Lake Mead/Boulder Islands Kayak Tour

Lake Mead Kayak Tour | River Dogz

Tour Highlights

  • Awe-Inspiring Views
  • Colorado River
  • Cool Colorado River Water Temps To Help Beat The Summer Heat
  • Emerald Cove
  • Falcon Cave
  • Fascinating History Throughout Tour Taught By Our Knowledgable Guides

Tour Includes

  • Friendly, Professional Guide
  • Hotel Pickup on Las Vegas Strip (optional)
  • Food: Fruit, Snacks, and Water
  • Performance Kayak w/ Paddle and Life Vest
  • All Safety Equipment
  • Launch Times: 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM (hotel pickup 90 minutes prior)
  • Duration:
    2 - 2.5 hours
  • Distance:
    2.5 Miles / 4 KM
  • Difficulty:
    Moderate
  • Skill Level:
    Beginner

Join us for an unforgettable experience exploring the Boulder Islands on Lake Mead, near Las Vegas. Explore a natural wonder, Fortification Hill, and Paint pots formed from hot magma percolating up into the igneous rock formations imparting beautiful pastel colors. This is a 2 to 2.5-hour tour includes 2 stops to get out swim and take a short walk up to a small cave with the best views overlooking Lake Mead. Water temps in the fall through November are still warm enough (upper 70s) to swim!

We’ve got it all covered, from hotel pickup and drop-off to fruit, snacks, and ice-cold bottled water to keep you fueled and refreshed throughout your adventure. Choose your preferred activity and tour time, either early morning or sunset, and get ready to make memories that’ll last a lifetime! Our expert guides are ready for different ages, skill levels, and group sizes ensuring everyone can embark on this fun journey.

Choose between paddleboarding, kayaking, or riding a hydrobike, and get ready to dive into the crystal-clear waters and adventure through the bolder islands. Our commitment to safety and eco-friendliness means you can relax and enjoy your journey, knowing that everything is taken care of.

What to Bring

  • Pack light, this is a day trip!
  • Sunscreen, Hat & Glasses
  • Camera/phone
  • Water shoes/sandals preferred, old tennis shoes are fine (flip-flops not ideal)
  • Layered clothing (swimsuit & layers for warmth & UV protection)
  • Cash for souvenirs & tips
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3 Hour Kayak Tour

- Hotel Pickup

$139 / person

  • Launch Times: 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM (hotel pickup 90 minutes prior)
  • Duration:
    2 - 2.5 hours
  • Distance:
    2.5 Miles / 4 KM
  • Difficulty:
    Moderate
  • Skill Level:
    Beginner

Join us for an unforgettable experience exploring the Boulder Islands on Lake Mead, near Las Vegas. Explore a natural wonder, Fortification Hill, and Paint pots formed from hot magma percolating up into the igneous rock formations imparting beautiful pastel colors. This is a 2 to 2.5-hour tour includes 2 stops to get out swim and take a short walk up to a small cave with the best views overlooking Lake Mead. Water temps in the fall through November are still warm enough (upper 70s) to swim!

We’ve got it all covered, from hotel pickup and drop-off to fruit, snacks, and ice-cold bottled water to keep you fueled and refreshed throughout your adventure. Choose your preferred activity and tour time, either early morning or sunset, and get ready to make memories that’ll last a lifetime! Our expert guides are ready for different ages, skill levels, and group sizes ensuring everyone can embark on this fun journey.

Choose between paddleboarding, kayaking, or riding a hydrobike, and get ready to dive into the crystal-clear waters and adventure through the bolder islands. Our commitment to safety and eco-friendliness means you can relax and enjoy your journey, knowing that everything is taken care of.

What to Bring

  • Pack light, this is a day trip!
  • Sunscreen, Hat & Glasses
  • Camera/phone
  • Water shoes/sandals preferred, old tennis shoes are fine (flip-flops not ideal)
  • Layered clothing (swimsuit & layers for warmth & UV protection)
  • Cash for souvenirs & tips

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Check Out What Our Guests Have to Say!

Rania H.
5 star rating
3/10/2026
Ryan and the crew really made this experience fantastic! A great way to take in the Colorado River and the beautiful mountains. He even took personalized photos and sent them to us after the experience! If you're looking for an adventure that's not the usual hustle of the LV Strip this is the one to do!
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Rania H.
3/10/2026
Ryan and the crew really made this experience fantastic! A great way to take in the Colorado River and the beautiful mountains. He even took personalized photos and sent them to us after the experience! If you're looking for an adventure that's not the usual hustle of the LV Strip this is the one to do!
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Laura C.
3/09/2026
We had a great experience, and a great guide! I would recommend this guided tour to anyone who loves adventure. Thanks Ryan for everything!
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Gretchen B.
3/09/2026
Absolutely incredible! Julia was AMAZING, I want to listen to her talk about the desert plants and geology ALL DAY. She took tons of amazing pictures of my friend and I, which we appreciate SO MUCH. 💜🧡 12/10 I wanna go back!
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Angelique C.
3/08/2026
What a beautiful experience! The views are incredible. Like a movie or dream. Michelle our guide was freakin awesome. Very knowledgeable about the history. Thank you!
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A H.
3/08/2026
Awesome kayaking trip. While Emerald Cove was the destination the whole way was gorgeous scenery!! Your guide Ryan was knowledgeable and lots of fun!
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