Moonlight Kayak Tour—Sunset Paddle, Neon Lights & Shuttle Option
Overview
You paddle 4 miles along the Colorado River as the sun sets, then glide under the stars and moon with your neon-lit kayak—perfect for couples, friends, or families seeking a memorable evening just outside Las Vegas. Professionally guided and beginner-friendly, this tour includes healthy snacks, a beach swim and hike, plus an option for roundtrip shuttle pickup from Mandalay Bay or self-drive to Willow Beach. Highlights include glowing kayaks, a campfire, stargazing, and stunning canyon scenery that transforms from golden hour to moonlight for an atmospheric, photo-worthy adventure.
What's Included
- Snacks, Fruit, Water - if you have food allergies or sensitivities, please bring your own snacks.
- Single or double kayak and life vest
- Glow sticks, Neon Lights and Headlights
- Shuttle pick up from the Mandalay Bay Hotel (if 'With Shuttle' option selected)
- Professional kayak tour guide
- National Park entry fee for adults, free for kids or active military (With Shuttle Option)
- National Park entry fee (only applicable for Self-Drive Option)
- Round-Trip Transportaion (If Self-Drive Option selected)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “With Shuttle Single Kayak” and “With Shuttle Double Kayak”.
3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
We will send you a reminder text message with the exact meeting time and all details one day before your kayak trip!
For the options “Self-Drive Double Kayak” and “Self-Drive Single Kayak”.
25660 Willow Beach Road
White Hills, 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.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Enjoy the unique desert and western sunset as you float on the mighty Colorado River! Paddle through the Black Canyon as the sun sets the sky on fire. Your professionally guided Moonlight Kayak Tour is perfect for couples, families or friend groups. Beginners or paddlers with experience are all welcome to join this tour. You’ll stop on a beach during the golden hour of the sunset where you can swim or just soak it all in while enjoying healthy snacks and water for all. You can also take part in a short hike to a place that will afford you a mind-blowing view. Make sure to have your camera ready to catch not just the sunset, but you may be lucky to spot desert wildlife, such as desert bighorn sheep, bald eagle, peregrine falcons and more!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please not that if you bring any electronics with yourself during the tour, it is highly recommend to bring a waterproof case
- Maximum weight limit is 300lb/person
- What to bring? Hat, sunglasses, sunblock, water shoes, comfortable clothing, swimsuit (under clothes)
- It's a family friendly group activity, NO ALCOHOL OR SMOKING ALLOWED
- Only service animals are allowed on this tour with SELF-DRIVE option only
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-170456P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks, Fruit, Water - if you have food allergies or sensitivities, please bring your own snacks.
- Single or double kayak and life vest.
- Glow sticks, Neon Lights and Headlights.
- Shuttle pick up from the Mandalay Bay Hotel (if 'With Shuttle' option selected).
- Professional kayak tour guide.
- National Park entry fee for adults, free for kids or active military (With Shuttle Option).
- National Park entry fee (only applicable for Self-Drive Option).
- Round-Trip Transportaion (If Self-Drive Option selected).
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Moonlight Kayak Tour—Sunset Paddle, Neon Lights & Shuttle Option is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please not that if you bring any electronics with yourself during the tour, it is highly recommend to bring a waterproof case
- Maximum weight limit is 300lb/person
- What to bring? Hat, sunglasses, sunblock, water shoes, comfortable clothing, swimsuit (under clothes)
- It's a family friendly group activity, NO ALCOHOL OR SMOKING ALLOWED
- Only service animals are allowed on this tour with SELF-DRIVE option only
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Moonlight Kayak Tour—Sunset Paddle, Neon Lights & Shuttle Option will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks, Fruit, Water - if you have food allergies or sensitivities, please bring your own snacks.
- Single or double kayak and life vest
- Glow sticks, Neon Lights and Headlights
- Shuttle pick up from the Mandalay Bay Hotel (if 'With Shuttle' option selected)
- Professional kayak tour guide
- National Park entry fee for adults, free for kids or active military (With Shuttle Option)
- National Park entry fee (only applicable for Self-Drive Option)
- Round-Trip Transportaion (If Self-Drive Option selected)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please not that if you bring any electronics with yourself during the tour, it is highly recommend to bring a waterproof case
- Maximum weight limit is 300lb/person
- What to bring? Hat, sunglasses, sunblock, water shoes, comfortable clothing, swimsuit (under clothes)
- It's a family friendly group activity, NO ALCOHOL OR SMOKING ALLOWED
- Only service animals are allowed on this tour with SELF-DRIVE option only
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
