Small Group Guided Colorado River And Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Wonderful trip on river with Veterans Kayak. The guide provided us with lots of history of the Colorado River, and took beautiful photos of us. Expectations were exceeded!

A great experience and beautiful views! Our guide Sam was awesome

Our guide Sam was was fun and helpful. We had a great day paddling to Emerald Cove. The scenery was beautiful kayaking the Colorado River

Great trip. Not too long so a great half day adventure. Nina was a wonderful guide who kept the entire group engaged throughout. It’s definitely a great trip for the price. The drive out from Vegas is worth it.

We had an amazing kayaking experience! The scenery was absolutely beautiful, the water was clear, and the whole trip was peaceful and enjoyable. The guide was friendly and helpful, and we felt safe the entire time. It was one of the highlights of our Las Vegas trip. We would definitely recommend this experience!

Nina, with the company Veteran Kayaks was absolutely one of the best guides ever! What a personality! She is also known as Sparkle the Magnificent and it showed. We knew immediately when she walked up to us to get us all set up for the Emerald cave 4.5 mile river trip that it would be an awesome adventure! She is fantastic guide and we hope that others get to experience her expertise and personality! Hugs from the four gals from New Mexico!

Awesome tour...Sam our guide was exceptional... friendly, knowledge and very willing to take photos.. the folks on our tour were aweome. Thank you Sam for a magical day.

Sam was an awesome guide. We had such a blast and the views were incredible, especially the water—it was cool, refreshing, crystal clear, and a stunning emerald green! 🌊✨⛰️ #nature #views #adventure

Awesome experience book directly with veterans kayak. To make changes if something happens after booking. Can't with viator.

Relaxing pace, serene, great guide - Sam, historic, clear water, cold water. Eady drive from Vegas. Would definitely go again!

I went with my kids 15 and 20 years old and we really enjoyed the experience. The day was sunny and gorgeous.

The tour guide Nina was friendly and informative. She guided us through strong winds.

Thank you so much for taking such great care of us throughout the entire experience. Since we didn’t have much experience, your guidance and support made everything so much easier and enjoyable for us. We especially appreciate how you stayed with us from beginning to end and helped us with transportation when we didn’t have cell service. You truly went above and beyond, and we are very grateful. Thank you for making our experience so memorable!

We went on the afternoon trip. It was hot but def manageable. We met Sam and did our tour we were the only two so we had a 2 seat kayak. Enjoyed the views and conversations with Sam. Cave itself ah ok lol but the kayaking there and back was beautiful and fun. Thanks Sam!

We had an awesome time all thanks to our guide, Nina! We came extremely unprepared and were worried we would be late but Nina was there ready to go. She took care of us, making sure we had water, sunscreen and even offered us some snacks. Her guidance along the river and insight to the area was also another huge plus. As someone who’s never kayaked before, I felt pretty confident in my abilities thanks to her help! A must do activity made even better by the people who offer it!! P.S. Nina even went out of her way to help me get my Apple Watch back after I left it behind! Above and beyond and amazing beyond words!

Enjoyed the kayaking with a knowledgeable guide Nina. Great service and made the experience so much fun!

Nina was awesome such a beautiful experience !! we will be back

We had an amazing time with our tour guide Nina! Our small group that also was with our group was great and easy to get along with all day. We really had the best time and most definitely would come back and do this again All over!

Bring a small snack with you on the kayak. You definitely work up an appetite about halfway through! LOL

It’s not an easy paddle but it’s so worth it. We had Samuel as our guide and he was phenomenal. So friendly, knowledgeable and lighthearted We reached our spot a bit earlier and enjoyed more time coasting and seeing the sights. The paddle back is a bit of a challenge so that extra time was great. Swimming at the beach was wonderful and the cave was gorgeous.

Our guide was wonderful. Took his time with everyone. Gave tips and tricks. Gave historical facts. Fun and funny. Would definitely do this again with him if I were to come back or be in the same town he is in as he mentioned he travels to other places.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had such an amazing time on our kayak tour! Nina was absolutely fantastic—so friendly, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the area. None of us had kayaked before, and she was so patient and encouraging, making sure we felt comfortable and confident the entire time. The tour was the perfect mix of learning, exploring, and just having fun. Being out on the water was incredibly refreshing on such a hot day, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. We would absolutely recommend this tour, especially with Nina as your guide! Seeya Soon - Your Canadian Friends 🇨🇦

This experience was just amazing. It was the highlight of our trip to Las Vegas this year. We signed up and have never done anything like this before. We had the best guide in Nina. We were the only ones that she had for that time slot so she spent time talking with us on a personal level as well. She was very patient and encouraging at the same time. When you have an adventure and afterwards you ask yourself if you would do that again, and the answer is YES, then you truly know that it was time and money well spent. Thanks Nina for making our trip so fun. Katie and Craig

Sam was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and patient. He made the whole group feel at ease and took time to explain things.

Our first time kayaking and it was so much fun! Our tour guide Nina was great! She had so much knowledge about the river and kayaking! They even went out of their way to work with me because I accidentally booked the wrong date. I would recommend.

Sam was so easy to talk and his relaxed attitude definitely made me more relaxed for someone who has never kayaked before. The whole group was really fun and I enjoyed talking to everyone. My sons also had a great time and said they would do it again! Definitely worth it!

Sam was great, energetic informative and created a great pace for the tour. The tour was a great value

It was 3 hours long but didnt feel like it because we had the most amazing tour guide NINA!! she made the whole experience amazing !! It was so pretty and relaxing! I would come back again !!

If you’re a first time kayaker, it takes a while to get adjusted to the workout you’ll get paddling. However, the journey and stops make it worth it and our tour guide Nina was very helpful.

Nina was great! Would definitely do this again! Lots of fun facts and beautiful scenery including some wildlife. I have never kayaked before and was a little nervous but they walk you through everything. Just really a great, relaxing experience! One of my top favorite activities I did on my trip!

Amazing day Tour was so good, we loved our time on the river, visiting Emerald cave and a great swim. Great informative guide, took good care of us. Thank you Strong winds meant for a real workout but all part of a great experience. Highly recomended

Both the owner and the guide were super friendly and helpful. The guide was very energetic, entertaining, and encouraging of the less experienced people on the kayak tour.

We had such an amazing time doing the small group kayaking trip with Brad and his new assistant… It was myself children, best friends, and boyfriend. They were so accommodating and helpful and funny and full of information about the surrounding areas wildlife the environment… It was a great time for everyone

We had a great time! Sam did an excellent job keeping the trip entertaining! He did a great job letting the group stop for breaks as needed!

It was a beautiful view . Sam our guide was amazing . He was very patient and helpful . Would definitely recommend him and the kayak experience..

Sam was an absolutely amazing guide and we had a phenomenal time kayaking. I genuinely don’t have any complaints about our trip. The pacing between our stops felt perfect, we were able to spend more time where we wanted, and just have a fun time on the water. It was a good workout but relaxing at the same time. Sam was able to answer any questions we had throughout and help us enjoy our time on the water. The pricing was perfect for our group of nine people.

Experienced the small group kayak tour with my spouse and our 2 kids. 11 year old and 18 year old. The kids did the tandem and they found it pretty easy to maneuver. We all had a great time. Our arms were a little sore after but great experience. Recommend 100%

We booked with Veteran Kayaks and had Sam as our guide. He was outstanding: energetic, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. He made the whole trip feel special, pointed out all the best spots, and kept us engaged the entire time. The river was breathtaking, and Sam’s enthusiasm made it unforgettable. Highly recommend Veteran Kayaks, especially with Sam.”I’m yaiglen santoya

Brett was an amazing tour guide! He gave us a quick run down on safe practices (step by step explained how to control the kayak and what to look out for) before we even got in the water. He also explained, with a volunteer on display, how to correctly enter the kayak! Once we got on the water we got to know each other a bit before reaching the cave. Brett is prior military from overseas and shared tons of stories with us about his experiences! We stopped at a beach on the way back and had a nice lunch break while looking at the crawdaddies. He put his skills to the test when one of our tour guests fell off the kayak and needed assistance, which Brett walked through step by step as they got her back on. Once we returned, he counted fingers, toes, and life jackets before sending us all the photos he took on the tour! Very informative and the most fun I’ve had on a tour (and I’ve been to one of these tours through Veteran Kayak before)! 10/10 would go again

Highly recommend, Bret and Sam were fantastic, knowledgeable, and made the river trip much better than a self-guided kayak trip. Worth choosing Veteran Kayak first over other choices!

The tour is about a 4-mile total paddle, but it’s continuous and not too difficult overall. I highly recommend booking an early Sunday morning slot—hitting the water early meant avoiding the crowds, and we didn't have to wait in line to paddle into Emerald Cove. Definitely worth it! We had an awesome kayak tour today with Veteran Kayak! Our guide, Sam (the guy from Missouri), was super helpful and really funny, which made the whole trip memorable.

Top notch experience! Our guide, Brett, was phenomenal. He was very personal and a lot of fun to be with during the tour. He shared a lot of history and information about the Colorado River. We had a wonderful experience and would recommend this tour and Brett! Highly recommend doing this wonderful experience!

Great experience. The guide was very helpful , friendly, and informative. Would highly recommend doing this if you’re a local or visiting Las Vegas.

We had a wonderful day kayaking on the Colorado River! We had never kayaked before, and Brett gave us detailed step by step directions before we set off on our trip. I felt confident, and I knew we were in good hands with our guide. Sam gave us rowing tips (how to be more efficient) and was very knowledgeable (teaching us about historical sights along the way). He took care of us by making sure everyone in the group stayed together and had fun. It was really nice to be able to enter the emerald cave and take photos. The swim break was very refreshing, and we enjoyed exploring the area with a short hike to a stunning look out point. Sam was a very friendly and competent guide, and he made our journey enjoyable. Thank you for a great experience!

We had a great time. Sam, the tour guy was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. We felt safe with Sam. Sam took us to the beach. We enjoyed swimming and taking pictures.

The tour group guid was awesome. The cave was smaller than I thought but the experience was still lots of fun and was beautiful. They were great with my kids as well.

Brett was amazing. He was very understanding regarding we had 2 people that had never been kayaking. Both of them 2 did amazing and had fun. He was very patient. Would highly recommend his company.

Highly recommended. I am the first time kayaker. Veteran Kayak Brad not only brought lots of fun, but also he showed the capabilities as well as his sense of humor. Must go! Cheers, Tom

First, our guide, Brett, was amazing. He is well versed in the history and nature of the area. He is also great at helping you get comfortable using the Kayak. The communication prior to the tour was great. We knew exactly where to go and when to be there. Brett was there early and ready for us on arrival. There are lots tours launching from the same area, so at first it looked a little confusing. However, the guides all work together to get get you to your particular guide. The location is good with bathroom facilities and ample parking. Definitely note that cell service is spotty to non-existent and you should definitely plan for that. Brett took pictures for us and shared them after the tour. That was great as we didn't have to try to fool with our cameras on the Kayak. We were there on a Saturday which is really busy with lots of recreational boaters and people enjoying the park. Brett's experience made us feel comfortable even though the water was crowded at times. I would definitely recommend this tour and Veteran Kayaks.