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Unforgettable Kayaking and Hiking Adventures

Explore the adventurous side of Las Vegas with breathtaking kayaking and scenic hiking tours – all only 1 hour from the Strip! 

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Colorado River

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The Valley of Fire

Mount Charleston

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Top-Rated Kayak Adventures

Seeking the ultimate kayak tours in Las Vegas? Look no further! River Dogz is your premier destination for top-notch Kayaking and Hiking excursions within an hour of Las Vegas, Nevada. With over 27 years of touring experience, River Dogz is the leading operator of water adventures on the Colorado River.

What Our Guests Say!

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Jennae R.
8/10/2026
Our River Dogz Kayak Tour was an incredible experience from start to finish! The scenery was beautiful, the adventure was so much fun, and it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip.Julia was an amazing tour guide! She was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and made the entire experience feel comfortable and enjoyable. She did a fantastic job sharing information about the area while keeping the tour fun and engaging. You could tell she genuinely loves what she does!If you’re looking for a fun, memorable adventure with an amazing guide, I highly recommend River Dogz Kayak Tour. We had such a great time and would absolutely do it again! 🛶🌊☀️Thank you, Julia, for making our experience so special!
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preeti s.
8/10/2026
We did the tour with Becca and it was an amazing experience .we had an fun group with us and saw some goats, birds too !! Everything was executed perfectly and we left and reached on time !! Even at 100C these are Memories to cherish! Next wish list is hiking tour with them :)))
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James W.
8/10/2026
Our tour guide Michelle was amazing, lots of local knowledge. This is a must in your in las Vegas. The emerald river trip is so good. A nice refreshing change from the heat, take swimming stuff as you will want a swim. 💯 % recommend this.
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Helen B.
8/09/2026
An absolutely incredible experience with Candi! The tour to Emerald Cave was unforgettable, and Candi went above and beyond to make sure my husband was able to kayak safely and fully enjoy the experience. Her kindness, patience, and genuine care made the day even more special.The scenery was breathtaking, the experience was so much fun, and Candi made us feel completely looked after from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide!Thank you, Candi, for making such an amazing memory for us. We’re already looking forward to doing it again! 🛶💚✨
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Amy R.
8/09/2026
Had an amazing time on our kayaking tour with River Dogs!! Griffin was a fun and knowledgeable guide. Got to see some awesome views and the water felt fantastic on a super hot day. I’ve never kayaked before and I loved every minute of this trip! Would definitely do it again!! Thanks for a memorable experience!!
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Denise L.
8/08/2026
This was such an enjoyable, relaxing tour. Julia was an amazing guide, so pleasant and patient with guests who had different kayaking skill levels. She was extremely knowledgeable about history, engineering of Hoover Dam and ecology.
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Jennae R.
8/10/2026
Our River Dogz Kayak Tour was an incredible experience from start to finish! The scenery was beautiful, the adventure was so much fun, and it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip.Julia was an amazing tour guide! She was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and made the entire experience feel comfortable and enjoyable. She did a fantastic job sharing information about the area while keeping the tour fun and engaging. You could tell she genuinely loves what she does!If you’re looking for a fun, memorable adventure with an amazing guide, I highly recommend River Dogz Kayak Tour. We had such a great time and would absolutely do it again! 🛶🌊☀️Thank you, Julia, for making our experience so special!

Featured Kayak & Hiking Tours

From $109 / person
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  • Launch Times: 11:15 AM, 11:50 AM (hotel pickup 90 minutes prior)
  • Duration:
    3.5 - 4 hours
  • Distance:
    4 Miles / 6.4 KM
  • Difficulty:
    Moderate
  • Skill Level:
    Beginner
Get ready for an exciting Journey from Willow Beach Marina to the Emerald Cove! This Willow Beach Kayak Tour takes you along the breathtaking Colorado River. A short drive away from the Las Vegas strip this tour will have you refreshed with the cold water and beautiful views along the way. 
From $239 / person
  • Launch Times: 8:00 - 9:00 AM (hotel pickup 90 minutes prior)
  • Duration:
    7.5 - 8 hours
  • Distance:
    12 Miles / 19.3 KM
  • Difficulty:
    Moderate
  • Skill Level:
    Beginner
Prepare for a kayaking experience that offers panoramic views of the Hoover Dam from a unique water-level perspective. Your journey takes you through staggering Black Canyon walls as you paddle downstream along the Colorado River. On your Hoover Dam Kayak Tour, you will be surrounded by spectacular scenery and pass many natural highlights such as Arizona Hot Springs, Historic sites, Scenic Overlooks, Fish Hatchery, Native Flora, and more!
From $129 / person
A Photographer’s Dream!
  • Pick-Up Time: Between 8:30 - 10:30 AM
  • Duration:
    3 hours / 5-5.5 hours total
  • Distance:
    2 Miles
  • Difficulty:
    Moderate
  • Skill Level:
    Beginner
Valley of Fire State Park is a breathtaking wonderland and perfect for an amazing hike across all levels of fitness! Over 150 million years of fault, uplifting, and erosion has shaped this bold-colored landscape, turning this landscape from sand dunes to the beautiful natural scenery we have today.