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About This Water Activity

Blazin' Paddles offers guided kayak and paddleboard tours on the Colorado River near Las Vegas, with options ranging from half-day Black Canyon trips to full-day adventures and sunset twilight paddles. Tours depart from the base of the Hoover Dam and feature wildlife spotting (bighorn sheep, bald eagles), natural hot springs, historical artifacts, and scenic cliff views. The company provides shuttle service to and from the Las Vegas Strip and is rated as one of the top 20 experiences in the USA.

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Interesting Facts

• •Tours launch at the base of the Hoover Dam, one of the few places where visitors can kayak from this iconic location
• •The Colorado River water maintains a constant 54 degrees year-round, making it ideal for summer escape
• •Emerald Cave is a featured stop on full-day tours, accessible only by kayak
• •Naturally occurring 100-degree hot spring pools are available along the route for guests to relax in during tours

Insider Tip

Hidden Gems

• •Half-day tours departing at 10:30 AM offer a later start time option, ideal for visitors wanting to sleep in before heading out
• •The twilight paddle at 6:00 PM includes a campfire with marshmallows and desert sunset views, providing a unique evening experience away from the Strip

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