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Willow Beach: Black Canyon Kayak Half Day Tour-No Shuttle

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Willow Beach: Black Canyon Kayak Half Day Tour-No Shuttle
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Top rated
4.8464165 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.8464165 out of 5 stars
293 reviews

Discover the scenic splendor of Black Canyon and the Colorado River on a kayaking adventure. Take in breathtaking views, abundant wildlife, and the Emerald Cave. Learn about the region's history.

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Duration 3 hours
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Dmytro – United States

Our guide was very fun and cool, it was super interesting and a lot of fun!!!

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Richard – United States

The best part was our guide ..Jamaica was very nice and great ..made our experience wonderful

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Highlights

  • Get your heart pumping as you enjoy a breath of fresh air on the Colorado River
  • Explore Black Canyon at your own pace by paddle power on a kayaking adventure
  • Spot native animals, such as desert big horn sheep and bald eagle, on the shore
  • Experience peace and serenity as your paddle in the green waters of Emerald Cave
  • Make unforgettable memories surrounded by nature on a tour in the great outdoors

Full description

Explore Black Canyon on a guided day tour. Kayak along the Colorado River, spotting wildlife as you go. Enjoy incredible views of the river and surrounding landscape. Discover the river's history and marvel at the stunning rock formation at Emerald Cave.


Arrive at Willow Beach, AZ via your personal/rental vehicle and prepare for the day ahead as your guides help fit you into your kayaks. Paddle upstream into the narrow channels of the Black Canyon on your fully guided tour.


Scour the banks to spot a variety of wildlife, including native Desert Big Horn Sheep, Bald Eagles, and Coyote. This tour includes visits to a historical overlook with awe-inspiring views of the legendary Colorado River, a visit to Emerald Cave, and a viewing of the 100-year-old river gauging station.

Learn the history of the river and its many uses over the past 100 years from our knowledgeable Guides as they lead this 4-mile out-and-back paddling tour.

Enjoy complimentary snacks and bottled water and enjoy the river as it unfolds before you. You will paddle back to your starting point at Willow Beach to complete the tour.

Includes

  • Guide
  • Kayaking equipment
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Park entry fees
  • Tips
  • Pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years

Meeting point

Meet by the orange kayaks at the primitive beach at Willow Beach Marina. You will meet up at the 'Designated Paddlecraft Retrieval & Launch Site' area within Willow Beach. After entering the park, you will keep driving on the same road until you see a dirt parking lot on your right and the water on your left. You will see the 'Designated Paddlecraft Retrieval' signage on your left at this time. Please park and meet by our orange tie dye kayaks on the dirt launch area on the left. After the toll booth, keep driving until you see water and orange kayaks on your left. Park in the dirt parking lot to your right or the paved parking lot next to the water.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Water shoes
  • Waterproof bag

Not allowed

  • Jeans
  • Pets

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine.
  • This activity involves 4 miles of kayaking.
  • Uber/Lyft do not service this area.
  • Emerald Cave is a very beautiful part of our half-day tour, and we spend the same amount of time in the cave as all the other outfitters. The cave itself if relatively small, and the main draw of the cave is the water lighting up the beautiful emerald green colors that you can see in pictures. However that lighting can change depending on a couple different factors; time of day, time of year, and weather (sunlight). It can be a great picture opportunity, but it is a small part of our tour, and shouldn’t be seen as the main attraction!
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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 293 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Dmytro – United StatesMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide was very fun and cool, it was super interesting and a lot of fun!!!
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Richard – United StatesMay 4, 2025 – Verified booking
The best part was our guide ..Jamaica was very nice and great ..made our experience wonderful
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Paul – United KingdomMay 4, 2025 – Verified booking
I most liked the beautiful views and lovely environment to enjoy Our guide Eugene was great and gave us flexibility to spend more time kayaking n the river rather than wait in the long queue for the Emerald Cave.

Product ID: 397179

Activity provider:Blazin Paddles LLC
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