SELF DRIVE - Emerald Cove Guided Kayak Tour

Rates / Pricing

$99 USD - 1 Person Kayak

$189 USD - 2 Person Kayak (Price is for 2 persons) - Tandem / Double Kayak

Tour Description:

Join us on a fun filled outdoor adventure that's sure to leave everlasting memories! This tour is professionally guided by our certified guides. Our guides are the BEST in the industry and their expertise shows! You will be given a brief instruction on the proper way to paddle and best techniques on paddling properly. You will then make your way towards the majestic Black Canyon of the mighty Colorado River and on to Emerald Cave (time permitting). Enjoy scenic views that enchant you the entire way. Paddle where bighorn sheep roam in the canyons, along with Great Blue Herons and soaring Bald Eagles. This is a family friendly tour. If you want a more relaxed tour that's beginner friendly, we suggest you look into our "Scenic Escape" which is 2.2 miles roundtrip vs 4.5 miles. This is a self drive option, if you wish to be picked up, please see our hotel pick up option.

Duration

3 - 3.5 hours We open early during the summer to avoid crowds, excessive heat and to avoid being turned away from the Park reaching FULL capacity.

Equipment and Inclusions

• Single Person Kayak or 2 Person Kayak (Tandem / Double Kayak) • Complimentary professionally taken photos • Waterproof phone case (you get to keep) • CLEAN Sun Hat (Borrowed) • Hyperlite CLEAN vests • Bilge Pump • Paddles • Dry Bag • Packaged Sealed Snacks and FRESH fruit • ICE COLD BOTTLED WATER (Room temperature in winter)

What To Bring:

• Sunblock Lotion • Layered clothing • Swimwear underneath • Watershoes / Sandals Recommended (No Flip Flops) • Gratuities for Guides (Recommended not required). Amount at your discretion based on tour experience.

National Park Entry Fees / Parking:

• If you plan on visiting Zion National Park, Grand Canyon South Rim, Horseshoe bend or more than 3 National Parks in a year, consider an annual pass. • Annual National Park Pass covers entry fee • National Park Entry Fee is $25/Vehicle good for 6 persons. Entry fee includes parking • National Park Entry fee is $15/per person if being picked up via shuttle • Active military is free

PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:

ALL of our kayaks are equipped with Camera / GoPro mounts should you wish to have control of your own photos and videos

Itinerary

GUIDED Tours start at 8:30am or 10:30am with a target launch of 8:30 - 8:45am or 10:30 - 10:45am for the later start. Meet up time is 8am - 8:15am or 10am - 10:15am for the later start. Choose early if you enhjoy a more serene and peaceful tour that avoids the heat, the crowds and prefer quiet time. Choose a later start if you enjoy sleeping in but keep in mind it is usually more crowded with more driving traffic and loud noise.

An early start allows for more time in the water at a relaxed pace, no needing to wait at Emerald Cave for 45 minutes to an hour in the boiling 100F°+ (38°+ Celcius) degree sun to enter a cove that fits 10-12 people at most. We stop at different scenic points to cool down, rehydrate and re-fuel to make our way back home safely to our loved one's. Remember, this is a family adventure and if you want to have a more "do it yourself" type option, please look into our kayak rentals option.