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Explore the Colorado River on Guided Tours from Las Vegas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado River Tours

Yes. Guided Colorado River tours from Las Vegas include kayaking, rafting, boat sightseeing and even aerial experiences. Many explore the Black Canyon section of the river below Hoover Dam.
The Black Canyon National Water Trail is a roughly 30-mile stretch of the Colorado River running from below Hoover Dam toward Eldorado Canyon. Along the route are beaches, caves, coves, hot springs, wildlife habitat and historic sites connected to Hoover Dam's construction.
Willow Beach, Arizona is a major access point for Black Canyon kayaking. Vegas.com currently offers Black Canyon Kayak Tour and Black Canyon Kayak Tour with Transportation, both centered on Willow Beach, Black Canyon and the Colorado River.
Yes. Emerald Cave is located on the Black Canyon National Water Trail approximately two miles upriver from Willow Beach. Travelers interested in visiting it should check the itinerary of their individual kayak tour to confirm whether the cave is included.
Yes. Guided trips operate on the Colorado River below Hoover Dam. Hoover Dam Raft Tour is one of the current Vegas.com options combining Hoover Dam, Black Canyon and Colorado River sightseeing.
Kayaking is more active and puts guests directly in control of their paddle, while rafting emphasizes sightseeing with less individual paddling. Vegas.com currently offers both Black Canyon Kayak Tour experiences and Hoover Dam Raft Tour, making it possible to choose based on your preferred activity level.
Yes. Some Grand Canyon helicopter tours from Las Vegas include aerial views of the Colorado River along with Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Wind Dancer by Maverick Helicopters is currently included on Vegas.com's Colorado River page for that reason.
Decide first whether you want to paddle, relax on a raft or boat, or see the river from above. Then compare Black Canyon locations, Willow Beach access, Hoover Dam sightseeing, transportation and total tour length to find the experience that fits your trip.