Emerald Cave Premium Kayak Tour with Riverside Lunch & Guide
Overview
Experience Emerald Cave with one of the original guided kayak tours on the Colorado River, backed by more than 20 years of experience exploring Black Canyon near Las Vegas.
You’ll spend four hours on the river at a leisurely pace with expert guides, personalized instruction, premium touring kayaks, and complimentary photos taken by your guide so you can stay present and take in the experience.
Along the way, relax over a freshly catered riverside lunch with plenty of time to take in the canyon scenery and discover Emerald Cave and the Colorado River without feeling rushed.
What's Included
- Snacks Choose from an assortment of individually wrapped snacks
- Bottled water Cold
- Premium Touring Kayaks, Paddles & Life Vests (single & double) kayaks available
- Freshly Catered Deli Lunch: Comes with chips a cookie, a pickle & choice of deli sandwich
- Complimentary Tour Photos Taken by Your Guide
- Expert, Extensively Trained Kayak Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Meeting Location
25660 Willow Beach Road
White Hills, AZ 86445, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Begin your four-hour Emerald Cave kayak adventure at Willow Beach, Arizona, just about an hour from the Las Vegas Strip. You’ll paddle the calm, clear waters of the Colorado River through the towering walls of Black Canyon at a leisurely pace, with time to explore historic sites, watch for desert wildlife, take in the scenery, and paddle into the famous Emerald Cave for memorable photos. Along the way, you’ll stop at a scenic river beach for a freshly catered lunch, giving you time to slow down, relax, and experience the beauty and history of Black Canyon.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
- The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
- We provide life vests. Please specify which size you would prefer. S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL
- You will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us 30 minutes before your tour start time, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-240046P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Choose from an assortment of individually wrapped snacks.
- Bottled water. Cold.
- Premium Touring Kayaks, Paddles & Life Vests (single & double) kayaks available.
- Freshly Catered Deli Lunch: Comes with chips a cookie, a pickle & choice of deli sandwich.
- Complimentary Tour Photos Taken by Your Guide.
- Expert, Extensively Trained Kayak Guide.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Emerald Cave Premium Kayak Tour with Riverside Lunch & Guide is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Emerald Cave Premium Kayak Tour with Riverside Lunch & Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksChoose from an assortment of individually wrapped snacks
- Bottled waterCold
- Premium Touring Kayaks, Paddles & Life Vests (single & double) kayaks available
- Freshly Catered Deli Lunch: Comes with chips a cookie, a pickle & choice of deli sandwich
- Complimentary Tour Photos Taken by Your Guide
- Expert, Extensively Trained Kayak Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We offer single or tandem (2 seater) kayaks. Please specify which kayak you would prefer.
- The Emerald Cave is just a small cutout of the mountain for a great photo op!
- We provide life vests. Please specify which size you would prefer. S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL
- You will be meeting us at the marina. Have reliable transportation to meet us 30 minutes before your tour start time, there is NO cell service at the marina to call a ride share.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
