Kayak Hoover Dam & Hot Springs Hike

Kayak from the mighty Hoover Dam all year! Evolution Expeditions secures the necessary permit which provides a fish-eye view of the massive Hoover Dam from its base during its launch. The adventure starts with a descent down the original road carved into the canyon walls to create this colossal project of the 1930s. Kayak from the base of the Hoover Dam down the Colorado River, and through the Black Canyon. Steam inside the sauna cave and soak in geothermal hot spring pools hidden within side-canyons. Explore the stops along the way to view waterfalls, wildlife, the emerald green waters, and the dramatic landscape, all while hiking up the Nevada and Arizona shorelines and then take a plunge into the refreshing Colorado River.

Be prepared to spot desert bighorn sheep, coyotes, falcons, bald eagles, and different types of migratory waterfowl while paddling the twelve-mile stretch. Enjoy the beauty of the Black Canyon and the history behind 1921 water gauging sites. This kayak tour is a full day of paddling, hiking, and marveling in the beauty of the canyon. Be prepared, this is a challenging tour; beginner paddlers are often up for the challenge and advanced paddlers are never disappointed.

We offer top of the line gear and equipment with sit inside Prijon touring kayaks with rudders that have padded backs and padded seats, NRS life vests, and Aqua Bound paddles. All our guides are WFA/CPR certified and go through an extensive training program to provide excellent customer service and ensure guest safety.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

**Self drive participants will be shuttled from the morning meet up location at the Hoover Dam Lodge in Boulder City, NV to the launch point and will receive a shuttle back to the meet up location after the tour.

**Round trip shuttle service from Las Vegas hotels is subject to minimum participant requirements and departs from three locations, The Venetian, Bellagio, and Mandalay Bay.

Las Vegas Hotel Pick up is 90-110 minutes before the start time (e.g. 8:00 am tour times will pick-up: Mandalay Bay 6:30 am, Bellagio 6:20 am, Venetian 6:10 am).

Permits for this tour are secured on a first-come, first-served basis and are included in the tour price. Due to limited availability set by the National Park Service for paddle craft launches from the Hoover Dam, these permits sell out quickly. We highly recommend booking in advance, and your confirmation will depend on permit availability.

Please remember to bring a valid photographic identification, as security personnel at the Hoover Dam launch site will deny access without it. This is a time-sensitive tour, and security escorts will not wait for anyone who arrives after the scheduled morning check-in time.

For self-driving participants, we ask that you arrive at least 40 minutes before your scheduled launch time to ensure a smooth start to your adventure. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

***Both beginners willing to embrace the challenge and experienced kayakers need to have the physical fitness to maintain an ACTIVE PADDLE through 12 miles of flat water with minimal current. Weather conditions may add an extra level of difficulty, and cancellation protocols are in place to ensure safety for all our river trips. If you are unsure of your physical fitness level, we highly recommend starting with our half-day tour through the Black Canyon.

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