Water Sports in Nevada

Leave the neon lights of Sin City behind during this relaxing full-day guided kayak excursion on the Black Canyon section of the Colorado River. This paddling trip, which navigates several miles of placid water close to Hoover Dam, is great for kayakers of all experience levels. During your trip you'll stop to explore idyllic riverside beaches, caves, canyons and hot springs. Your kayak guide will also point out local wildlife, hidden inlets, hiking spots and historical sites along the way. The trip also includes all necessary kayaking equipment, river permit and safety lesson, lunch, bottled water, snacks, dry bag for personal items and round-trip hotel transport.

Add a thrilling outdoor adventure to any Las Vegas or Flagstaff vacation with this guided, 5.5-hour whitewater rafting trip down the Colorado River. Take a road trip to Peach Springs, Arizona, home of the Hualapai Indians at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Then, challenge the mighty Colorado River's varied rapids on a 40-mile journey through the canyon, taking a side hike to a travertine waterfall along the way. Helicopter transfer (if option selected) and boxed lunch are included, and an optional hotel pickup and drop-off is available.

This half-day standup paddleboard trip takes you 5.5 miles along the Colorado River. After the first stretch, stop at the Historical River Gaugers home site, where you can take a short hike to a scenic overlook above the river. Paddle on to Emerald Cave, looking out for interesting flora and fauna along the way. Have lunch on a beach before heading back down the river.

Explore Lake Mead on a Jet Ski then visit the Hoover Dam on a 7.5-hour tour from Las Vegas that takes in the desert landscape's most remarkable man-made features. Steer your Jet Ski along the colorful bluffs and hidden beaches that line Lake Mead's dramatic shoreline, take in perfect views of the vast reservoir, and enjoy the warm air and desert sunshine. Pause for lunch in the Lake's marina then get an up-close look at the soaring Hoover Dam before returning to your Las Vegas hotel.

Escape from Las Vegas to experience the Black Canyon on a gentle 6-hour raft tour on the Colorado River. Board your motorized raft at the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and relax as your guide steers the boat along the Colorado River, providing a smooth trip through the canyon landscape. Soak in the scenery of Hoover Dam, tall rock cliffs, caves, and riverside beaches as your guide shares commentary about the wildlife and history of the region. Includes boxed lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Las Vegas.

Experience the Colorado River by hydrobike, a combination bike/raft floatation device that offers a fun and easy way to be on the water. After a short safety lesson, paddle to the River Gauger's Historical Homesite and take a small break for photos and snacks. Continue on to scenic Emerald Cave, where you can enjoy a swim and a picnic lunch on the beach before heading back to the launch spot and Las Vegas.

Escape the glitz of Vegas for a day on the waters of the Colorado River during this rafting tour through Black Canyon. As you float along the calm stretch of the river, admire the cliffs and views of Hoover Dam while an experienced guide tells you about the geology and history of the area. Round-trip transportation from Las Vegas is provided.

Add a thrilling outdoor adventure to any Las Vegas vacation with this guided, full-day whitewater rafting trip down the Colorado River. Enjoy a 2.5-hour road trip south to Peach Springs, Arizona, home of the Hualapai Indians at the gateway to the Grand Canyon. Then, challenge the mighty Colorado River's varied rapids on a 40-mile journey through the canyon, taking a side hike to a travertine waterfall along the way. A boxed lunch and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Outdoor lovers will enjoy this kayak tour through scenic Black Canyon. Your expert guide leads you through historical sites and natural landmarks as you observe the native flora and fauna of this tranquil ecosystem. After kayaking for two miles, beach the kayaks and enjoy dinner cooked over an open fire on the beach. On the return trip, your kayak glows in the dark, illuminating the water below. All fees and equipment are included.

Kayak down the Colorado River on this half- or full-day tour from Las Vegas. Since you pick between a 4-mile (6.4-km) trip or a 12-mile (19.3-km) trip, it's up to you how much time to spend on the water. Both options give you amazing sights of the area, and you might even spot wildlife as you paddle along. The main difference is the full-day allows for more stops and also offers lunch "” the half-day experience only offers snacks.