Desert Adventures
1647 Boulder City Pkwy suite a, Boulder City, NV 89005
Quick Summary: Desert Adventures is a hiking program located in Boulder City, NV. The estimated price range is $$$.
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Category
Hiking
City
Boulder City
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Open hours
From their website, checked Oct 2026
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| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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About the Program
Desert Adventures is a guided kayak, canoe, paddleboard, hiking and biking outfitter in Boulder City with tours on Lake Mead and in Black Canyon. For families with young children, it points to its Lake Mead and Emerald Cave kayak tours. Call (702) 293-5026 to ask which tour fits your kids' ages before you book.
The Boulder Islands tour is about 3 hours on Lake Mead, with a 9am to 12pm or 12:30pm to 3:30pm start, at $149/person plus a processing fee, and the company calls it a good fit for families. The Lake Mead tour runs 4.5 hours in tandem kayaks, so two people share each boat, for $169/person plus a processing fee. The Emerald Cave tour covers roughly 3 miles of paddling round trip, with hotel pickup or a self-drive option. The full-day Black Canyon trip, $255/person plus permit and fees, is aimed at paddlers who want a bigger challenge.
Day trips include the kayak, paddle and life jacket, snacks, water, a drybag, basic paddling lessons and transportation from Las Vegas hotels; tips are extra. Kayak 101 and intro paddleboard and canoe classes are offered too.
Programs & Activities
Good to know
- Lake Mead tours use tandem kayaks, with two paddlers in each boat.
- Booking a guided tour gets a discounted room at a partner hotel in Boulder City, from $99 a night Sunday to Thursday.
- The company says it holds permits with the National Park Service and the Bureau of Reclamation.
- Tips for guides are not included in tour prices.
Programs and prices
- Programs
- Guided Tours: SUP, Kayak Tours, Canoe Tours, Hiking & Backpacking, Biking; Classes: Kayak 101, Intro to SUP, Intro To Canoe; DIY Rentals: Lake Mead, Willow Beach, Black Canyon Source
- Programs
- Emerald Cave Kayaking Tour: roughly 3 miles of kayaking round-trip, great for families with children; Hotel Transportation and self-drive options available Source
- Ages
- If you have a family with young children, grandparents, or are just looking for a few hours on the water - try our Lake Mead or Emerald Cave tours Source
- Prices
- Lake Mead Kayaking Tour: half-day tandem kayak tour, 10am-3pm, $169/person + processing fee, 4.5 hours Source
- Prices
- Boulder Islands Kayaking Tour: approximately 3 hours of paddling on Lake Mead, 9am-12pm or 12:30pm-3:30pm, $149/person + processing fee; a great option for families Source
- Prices
- Black Canyon Kayaking Tour: daily, 6am-5pm, $255/person + permit & fees, Full Day Source
- Prices
- Day trips include paddle, PFD and kayak, snacks, bottled water, basic paddling instruction, drybag, hotel transportation from Las Vegas; gratuity not included Source
- Prices
- book any guided tour and receive a discounted rate at the hotel in Boulder City: Sun - Thurs $99 a night, Fri - Sat $129 a night Source
Frequently Asked Questions
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Written by PlayPivot from Desert Adventures's website, checked November 2026. Reviewed by Monica.
First Visit Guide
What most outdoor and hiking programs expect. Confirm the details with Desert Adventures before you go.
What to bring
- More water than you think. A liter per person minimum, more from May through September, because out here heat ends hikes long before tired legs do.
- Closed-toe shoes, hat, sunscreen, snacks
- A downloaded or printed trail map. Cell coverage drops fast in the canyons.
Before you go
- Check park hours and reservations. Red Rock's scenic drive uses timed entry part of the year.
- Start early. By mid-morning in summer the trails are a hazard, not a workout.
- Tell someone which trail you're taking.
The first visit
The easiest first outing is a ranger-led family program: short distances, shade breaks, and a guide who knows where the restrooms are.
For sensory-sensitive kids
Open trails are naturally calm. Pack ear protection anyway for windy overlooks, and pick out-and-back trails so your child always knows the way out is the way you came.
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Features
Amenities and program details
Season
Year-Round
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate
Languages Spoken
English
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