Everything in this special setting was clean, well maintained and accessible. Convenience store,…read moregrill (with a veggie burger option), great staff, parking, signage. Next time we are bringing our kayak! We came to volunteer, and stayed to enjoy this special setting.

I enjoy coming here to get some time at the water!…read more Heads up: If you do any paddle boarding or boating, etc. you must have a life jacket so please remember that. They also do rentals here for boats/kayaks, etc. that come with life jackets. If you bring your own boat, you cannot rent a life jacket by itself. Recommendations: kayak over to the hot springs for a truly beautiful day! Very peaceful spot to rejuvenate and enjoy nature.

What an incredible experience! Everything was easy from start to finish, including finding the…read morelocation and checking in. Don was absolutely amazing. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel welcome the entire time. He even offered to take photos for us, which was such a thoughtful touch and made the experience even more special. Thank you so much Don! The entire trip was organized, stress-free, and so much fun. You can tell they truly care about their customers and want everyone to have a great time. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would recommend them to anyone looking for an unforgettable kayaking adventure!

Such an amazing experience and opportunity. A definite challenge but very rewarding. The process…read moreoverall at the lodge is quick and effortless. The person who helped us and got us setup was Jamaica, she was a fantastic host and gave us all the needed information before the trek. Her hospitality was very appreciated and her greeting us when we ended was icing on the top. Also...probably one of the best drivers you will come across. I would be down to do this again, we were able to see a lot and still left some on the table. I would choose a few specific stops on your first trip so you are not rushing in time. We made good time but knew we couldn't mosey along. The first 4 miles is the biggest challenge, after that you just get into the rhythm and cruise. Bring plenty of fluids. The kayaks have spots for carrying a good amount of water and food, to include some bungees on the front for tie down. Water shoes I would recommend with good grip. Overall, a great day on the water, would definitely recommend and would like to enjoy again. Thank you Jamaica and your trusted sidekick for helping us along the experience! Until next time!

This is a place you come to get away, to scape, to forget the everyday routines and live the…read moremoment. Here they have the tools to help you make that possible, rent your prefer watercraft for the full day ( is actually 8 hours but they call it full day ), head to the river and be happy with your close ones. True is not cheap ( otherwise they'll get 5 stars ) but what do you take with you when we leave this world? So go on and live life to the fullest at least for a day, something is better than none.

Stay the hell away from the boat rentals, a total rip off, Forever Resorts uses bait and switch…read moretactics to overcharge for fuel on sub standard watercraft. Don't bother to call their corporate office in Scottsdale, they don't care. The local morons working there could care less about safety, The day I was there, the kid who fueled the boat looked like Malachi from Children of the Corn and he was too busy hitting on some other twit and nearly fell in the river. I would rather take my chances with Skipper Jonas Grumby and his little buddy Gilligan on a 3 hour tour out of Hawaii with Mr and Mrs Howell. Forever Resorts was the low bidder to the National Park Service so they take the contract until someone undercuts them. So complain to NPS in Washington and be ignored as well. However I did request an 8x10 of Harry Reid.

My husband and I did the full-day Black Canyon kayak tour with Desert Adventures and I seriously…read morecan't recommend it enough. I grew up in Vegas and have been on this river a ton by boat, and I've also hiked to both Gold Strike and Arizona Hot Springs. Those hikes are super rewarding but honestly brutal. This experience was completely different in the best way. Being able to get out of the river and be steps away from hot springs was amazing, and the views from the water are hands down the best. We met the team bright and early at 5:30am for launch, and everything was super smooth. They shuttled us, got us fitted for life jackets, handled waivers, and gave a quick safety rundown. Launch timing is strict because of the park service, but they made it feel easy and not stressful at all. Definitely be on time, though, because due to this strict timing, they will leave without you. The kayaks were such a game-changer. They were longer touring kayaks with foot-controlled rudders, dry storage, and actual back support. Super comfortable for me and somehow also worked great for my 6'2" husband (he had a larger boat). Since it was just the two of us, our guide Holmes customized the whole day to our pace. He took us to hidden spots I had never seen before, even as a local, and helped us avoid crowds. We did some hiking, rock scrambling, used ropes at Boy Scout Canyon, and explored hot springs that you can only get to from the river. It felt adventurous but still very safe, and he gave great tips the whole time. He also knew so much about the area. History of the Hoover Dam, plants, wildlife, etc. I learned a ton - even as someone who felt familiar with the area. This is exactly why I'm glad we didn't just rent kayaks. Having a guide made it feel like a next-level experience. We got to relax more while he handled the route and found the best spots. We got lucky with perfect early April weather. No wind, super glassy water, and we could see fish deep in the water. The 12 miles honestly felt way easier than expected, especially with how well Holmes guided us through the current so we could just float and chill a lot of the time. They also packed a great lunch, snacks, and plenty of water. You really just need a sun shirt, hat, sunglasses, swimsuit, water shoes, and sunscreen. They take care of the rest. Even though we leaned a little more adventurous, I could totally see this being doable for beginners, too. You don't need to be super athletic to enjoy it. Pickup and cleanup were easy and seamless. They handled everything while I grabbed a snack and relaxed, which honestly made it feel even more special. This was such a cool experience, and I would 100% do it again. Already recommending it to friends, and I would definitely consider doing the overnight version next time.

Desert Adventures is great! We did a self led excursion…read moredown the Colorado river but used this company to drop us off and pick us up! They provided a large trailer with ample shelves and space to put are gear onto. A safety speech was also given. This company has special authorization to enter the Hoover Dam property and take people down to launch from the entrance of the Hoover Dam. They instructed you to move quickly as there was a time limit for getting everyone/everything Into the water and away from the area. The next day, they were prompt with their pick up and helped us load our gear back onto the trailer. I would definitely use this company again and recommend them to others.

Loved this!! Very interesting !! The best way to see the arch bridge and the Hoover dam…read more Victor had tons of experience w the windy skinny road (don't blink LOL) plus a lot of knowledge about the Hoover dam an nature that comes to Hoover dam Matt was are awesome tour guide plus captain great dude too very smart and tons of experience Alsk didn't let us get to over heated He showed us the only island that under ground at night but during the day it's visible we actually got pug an wslked it put are feet in GREAT TIME VERY INTERESTING WORTH EVERY PENNY Ohh also side note bring tip money for them both Ull regret if not There both are outstanding w the job!!

Book this tour was super easy. Once we made our payment we were emailed instructions on where to…read moremeet. My husband and I went on this tour on a Sunday. We were told that the raft could hold about 32 people, but we were lucky because on tour we had a total of 17, which was nice. We were also given a bag with snacks and a bottle of water, which was great to snack on during the tour. We met our driver at the Hoover Dam lodge. There was a lot of parking available, which made it easy. Our driver was super friendly and very informative. He took us to the raft to meet our tour guide. Our tour guide wasn't welcoming to my husband and I, but as other guests loaded onto the raft, his attitude changed. As we started the tour we stayed at the same spot for 30 minutes. Our guide passed out pictures in sheet protectors and began sharing about the history of the Hoover dam. Throughout the tour, our guide was testing us about our history. We didn't know much of it, that's why we attended the tour to learn. The best part of the tour was us getting out of the raft and landing on a piece of land to touch the water and skip rocks and take more photos. It was nice to see a few mini waterfalls and even a hot spring! I did wished we went deeper into the dam, but I guess that would've been for the longer tour. Also, I wish we could've swam in the lake, but it was very chilly. It was a great experience, however, the initial encounter with our guide was uncomfortable. We learned a lot and the views were amazing.

Bruce was great! It was so interesting to learn the history and hear about how the current…read moreattraction came to be. I highly recommend!

Unfortunately you have to deal with the unfriendly Nelson Ghost Town to be able to take an El…read moreDorado Canyon Mine Tour. The Mine was a source of silver and gold and had been an active mine around the time Hoover Dam was being built. Too much of the tour was anecdotal about the current owners. (The mine is privately owned). And seemed to have the historical content geared to an elementary school audience. We had been in Vegas. This was a nice little side trip since our flight was delayed.

Today my dog and I learned the fundamentals of SUP. We learned a great deal about ourselves and the…read moretrust that is needed. Kathy was awesome. She helped me show my girl who isn't small by any stretch of the imagination how to stand and balance. We had a wonderful time and we totally recommend this company for beginners.

Kathie was the best. So much fun!!! Rented kayaks for a three day camping trip leaving from willow…read morebeach. Epic hot springs adventure without having to join a big kayak tour group couldn't recommend enough.

We arrived here and were able to get in free with a military ID. They also were able to give us…read morethe national park pass here too. Bathrooms, trash and parking were available. We launched our boat with no problem and not a super long wait to get in.

Had a great time at telephone Cove. Originally had booked a aluminum fishing boat, but last minute…read morethey let me upgrade to a pontoon, which was great. We had such a good time out on the water and I would definitely recommend renting a pontoon if you're going out with multiple people or kids. The rentals at Katherine Landing are always great. (obviously from the photos my daughter loved the pontoon, but not so much the water lol)

Our group enjoyed a fantastic 4-Hour kayaking tour. It exceeded my expectations and we all had a…read moregreat time. Our guide, Jayden, was awesome. She provided useful information, and we learned a lot about the area and environment. She is very good at her job. The equipment and lunch were top quality and overall we had a very, very good time. I highly recommend this tour and I would return for an even longer tour next time.

My sister and I took the Emerald Cave tour with Jeff. He's very informative and funny! We had…read morearound 10 people in our kayak group which is a nice size to keep it still a personal tour. Thank you!

Why should you book the kayaking tour to the Emerald Cove with Outdoorster?…read more 1. Their communication is ON POINT. I received emails and texts telling me exactly where to go, what I should bring, and what they provide on the experience. I knew exactly how to get in touch with my guide and exactly what to expect. 2. They have glass bottom kayaks! I felt very secure in my kayak even as a beginner and no one in our group came close to tipping over. 3. We weren't rushed at all. Our guide Jordan gave us several breaks, took us on a short hike to get the best photos, and invited us to swim in the cooling water as well. A lot of companies rush you to the Emerald Cave and back, but we were able to enjoy the entire Colorado river experience. 4. They employ Jordan. Ask for Jordan if you go (though we did interact with other Outdoorster guides who were all very friendly and helpful). Jordan had snacks and water for us, took tons of photos, was patient with all 10 guests, had helpful information and suggestions about Las Vegas, and was just a genuinely friendly gentleman. We had a BLAST and have enough photos and videos and memories for a lifetime - but I'm sure we'll be back again soon for more!

Great day on the water! The air was hot and the water was crisp. Water us actually emerald green…read moreand crystal clear.