Emerald Cave Scenic Escape Guided Tour —Self-Drive Colorado River
Overview
This tour takes you to Emerald Cave, a popular location. The lake is known for its emerald green color, which comes from its algae-rich waters. While Emerald Cave is frequently featured on social media and can have long lines, it only accommodates 8-10 people at a time. However, you can see the same beautiful emerald waters at various other spots around the lake. We encourage you to explore and appreciate the entire area and its stunning beauty. Our tour guides are certified in Wilderness First Aid, CPR, and ACA II, ensuring your safety. We also use top-quality Wilderness Systems kayaks for your protection. We focus on providing a tranquil and enjoyable experience. Quality and personalized service are our priorities.
What's Included
- Bilge Pump for safety - we include most items other operators require you to buy.
- Single or Tandem (2 person) Kayak
- Waterproof Phone Case and Optional Clean Sun Hat
- Premium Sealed Snacks and Ice Cold Bottled Water
- Use of Kayaking Equipment
- Clean Safety Vest, Paddles, & Personal Dry Bag
- Guided Kayaking Tour
- Professional Bi-lingual Certified Tour Guide
- National Park Fee (included w/transport; not included w/self-drive or without transport option)
Meeting Location
25804 North Willow Beach
Willow Beach, AZ 86445, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Explore the magnificent emerald waters of Willow Beach, AZ on a 2 hour guided kayaking tour. Discover the black canyons of the Colorado River, hike up amazing views overlooking the Emerald Waters.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please note that there is 260lb/118kg/18st weight restriction for single kayaks and 550lb/250kg/39st for 2 person kayaks.
- Vessels have weight restrictions of 260lb / 118kg / 18st PER PERSON for safety reasons per manufacturer of equipment.
- We offer additional tours designed for beginners or those who prefer a more relaxed experience. Please see "Scenic Escape" option. We also offer shuttle options
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Emotional Support Animals, Pets (dogs), or Service Animals are NOT allowed on GUIDED tours - please see rentals for options. For clarification on this section, please visit the DOJ website and ADA guidelines.
- Online risk waivers MUST be completed 1 day before event, failure to do so will result in forfeiting event with no refund.
- We do make reasonable accomodations for individuals with disabilities, please contact us so that we may better guide you with options.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-371381P5
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 15 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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