The Best Kayaking Tours in Boulder City
Boulder City sits a short distance from the world-famous Hoover Dam, making it an unforgettable base for a kayaking adventure near Las Vegas. Paddle the Colorado River among towering cliffs, striking rock formations, and wide-open desert scenery.
Hoover Dam Kayaking Tour
One of Evolution Expeditions’ most popular outings lets guests see the majestic Hoover Dam from a unique water-level vantage point. This full-day adventure includes a catered lunch and experienced guides to lead the way through Black Canyon.
With top-of-the-line gear and Wilderness First Aid and CPR-certified guides, guests can paddle, hike, and soak in geothermal hot springs while watching for desert wildlife. Permits are limited, so advance reservations are recommended; bring photo identification and arrive 40 minutes before launch.
Wildlife Sight Seeing
The Mojave Desert around Hoover Dam is home to desert tortoises, bighorn sheep, coyotes, falcons, migratory waterfowl, and more. Keep an eye on the canyon walls for bighorn sheep and on the sky for bald eagles as you paddle or explore the shoreline.
Hoover Dam Location
Hoover Dam lies on the Nevada–Arizona border, about 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas and close to Boulder City. A guided kayak trip is a memorable way to pair this historic landmark with the clear, cool Colorado River.
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