Our afternoon kayaking to Emerald Cave with Ian was fantastic. The sights (which included the bighorn sheep!) Were amazing. Ian's knowledge about the ...
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Our afternoon kayaking to Emerald Cave with Ian was fantastic. The sights (which included the bighorn sheep!) Were amazing. Ian's knowledge about the area, it's fauna, floral and history was quite vast. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would definitely recommend it to others. Good luck Ian.
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Jan 25, 2025
Unforgettable Kayaking Experience with Kayak Lake Mead – A Must-Do Adventure!"
If you're looking for an unforgettable experience that goes beyond the...
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Unforgettable Kayaking Experience with Kayak Lake Mead – A Must-Do Adventure!"
If you're looking for an unforgettable experience that goes beyond the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip, Kayak Lake Mead is the way to go. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by the magic of Black Canyon—how it completely takes you in. It’s the kind of adventure that feels like the medicine you didn’t even know you needed. From the soaring eagles to the bighorn sheep grazing along the cliffs, the beauty of the area is fully engulfing and awe-inspiring.
I’ve had the amazing experience of being around the incredible people at Kayak Lake Mead, and they’ve been an incredible blessing in my adventures. Whether it’s putting in at Hoover Dam for a solo trip down to Willow Beach or planning an excursion with friends, they always go above and beyond.
Recently, my friend Allison flew in from Texas for a 12-mile kayaking trip—something she had never done before. IAN, with his top-notch truck and trailer setup, made everything effortless. He did a fabulous job ensuring Allison had the perfect life vest fit, putting safety first. He even provided us with a dry bag and extra dry clothes, which were a lifesaver given the chilly weather and cold water temperatures. His generosity and attention to detail made all the difference.
IAN also let us use one of his kayaks, which was absolutely instrumental in making this adventure happen. I've known IAN for some time now, and he is truly an amazing person—trustworthy, hardworking, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. His skills and genuine passion for the outdoors make him someone you definitely want around for an adventure like this.
So, if you're considering kayaking and you're in the Las Vegas area, do yourself a favor—reach out to Kayak Lake Mead. It’s an experience that’s far more rewarding than spending all your time at the casinos. Take a break, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region, and discover the playground of outdoor activities waiting for you.
This experience has been truly life-changing for me, and I know it can be for you too. There are some really special people around here, and IAN is definitely one of them. Highly recommend!
Blessings Friends
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Jan 13, 2025
It was an absolutely beautiful kayaking experience on Lake Mead. Ian was wonderful and he showed us around in a well organized trip. The loading point...
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It was an absolutely beautiful kayaking experience on Lake Mead. Ian was wonderful and he showed us around in a well organized trip. The loading point was easy to find and he was very warm and friendly. I would definitely recommend this to anyone planning a visit to Las Vegas.
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Jan 03, 2025
This was a great experience. Iain was very knowledgeable about the river and surroundings with many interesting tidbits to go with our tour. Also, hi...
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This was a great experience. Iain was very knowledgeable about the river and surroundings with many interesting tidbits to go with our tour. Also, his equipment was first rate. Highly recommended.
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Jan 01, 2025
I highly recommend a kayaking adventure with Ian. He is patient, knowledgeable about the Lake Mead area, and a wonderful teacher. Our family trip of e...
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I highly recommend a kayaking adventure with Ian. He is patient, knowledgeable about the Lake Mead area, and a wonderful teacher. Our family trip of experienced, novice, and children kayakers all had an amazing morning - this was the highlight of our vacation.
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Dec 31, 2024
First of all, Ian was kind enough to take me out solo when no other company would. Not to say this is normal for him, but it was his last tour of the ...
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First of all, Ian was kind enough to take me out solo when no other company would. Not to say this is normal for him, but it was his last tour of the year in the off-season, so I got spoiled. Second, if you are coming here for the “Emerald Cave” hype you’re missing the boat, er Kayak, but really the hot springs, the Hoover Dam put-in, and a glorious full day of paddling in the canyon. The Whole Dam Tour is where it’s at if you are moderately fit and don’t mind a few short hikes to 2-3 hot springs. Definitely wear tevas, Chacos, or some kind of water sandal as the areas are rocky. I will definitely be telling all my friends to call Ian because he’s just a good human living his dream running tours in a place he loves. Oh, the dad jokes are good too.
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Dec 24, 2024
A great way to spend a day in nature with excellent views and historical landmarks.
Our tour guide Ian was happy to share his knowledge of the immedi...
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A great way to spend a day in nature with excellent views and historical landmarks.
Our tour guide Ian was happy to share his knowledge of the immediate and surrounding areas plant/animal life, other trails/activities, and how to avoid crowds.(:
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Dec 23, 2024
My wife, brother, and I had an incredible time on our kayak trip with Ian. He was not only a skilled guide but also incredibly knowledgeable, sharing ...
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My wife, brother, and I had an incredible time on our kayak trip with Ian. He was not only a skilled guide but also incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights throughout the journey. Ian’s expertise and enthusiasm made the experience both fun and educational. We truly appreciated his attention to detail and how he made sure everyone felt comfortable and engaged. Highly recommend Ian for an unforgettable adventure!
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Dec 13, 2024
Had an amazing kayak adventure with Ian on the Colorado River recently. He was kind, knowledgeable and funny. It was peaceful and so much fun. We wit...
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Had an amazing kayak adventure with Ian on the Colorado River recently. He was kind, knowledgeable and funny. It was peaceful and so much fun. We witnessed 12 big horn sheep running down the mountain. Definitely would recommend him and go again if ever in the area in the future. I wish you continued success.
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Dec 05, 2024
This was one of the most enjoyable tours we took while in Las Vegas! I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to spend 1/2 on the water and ...
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This was one of the most enjoyable tours we took while in Las Vegas! I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to spend 1/2 on the water and observe beauty!
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Nov 30, 2024
This was the best part of the Vegas trip. We booked it for the morning of the thanksgiving and this whole experience was magical. Super quiet and soot...
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This was the best part of the Vegas trip. We booked it for the morning of the thanksgiving and this whole experience was magical. Super quiet and soothing. We have never gone kayaking before but Ian was super helpful to teach us how to paddle and whatnot. If you are kinda sick of the usual Vegas stuff, which we were, I would strongly consider trying this activity. I cannot speak for other tour places but I'd say Ian is the guy to look for.
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Nov 29, 2024
We had a great time on the Emerald Cave kayaking tour with Ian! We went during Thanksgiving week with a family of 8 - 2 adults, 3 kids and 3 grandpar...
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We had a great time on the Emerald Cave kayaking tour with Ian! We went during Thanksgiving week with a family of 8 - 2 adults, 3 kids and 3 grandparents and it was perfect. Ian was a knowledgable guide and gave us alot of history about the area. He was very nice and patient - the kids loved him. It's obvious he loves the outdoors and loves to share this with others. He also helped us take some really amazing photos. Highly recommend! When we come back, I would do something through his company again for sure.
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Nov 23, 2024
My family and I had a great time paddling the “Emerald Cove” tour with Kayak Lake Mead. The area is stunning! Our guide, Ian, was great. He provided...
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My family and I had a great time paddling the “Emerald Cove” tour with Kayak Lake Mead. The area is stunning! Our guide, Ian, was great. He provided endless information about the area, the wildlife and plant life, as well as history (and current facts about) of the Hoover Dam. He also took a genuine interest in each member of the group to ensure every member of the group felt comfortable, safe, welcomed and had a positive experience. Communication before the tour was clear and he followed up with pictures from the excursion. I would highly recommend this tour with Ian as your guide. Thanks for a great experience, Ian!
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Nov 21, 2024
It was an amazing and beautiful experience. Ian makes sure you are comfortable, secure and having a great time. We were just the three of us and that'...
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It was an amazing and beautiful experience. Ian makes sure you are comfortable, secure and having a great time. We were just the three of us and that's what made the kayaking so great and peaceful at the same time. We could really enjoy the Colorado River and it's wild life. We noticed that Ian cares deeply about the nature and enjoys it very much with respect. So all together was an authentic and wonderful adventure!! Thank you very much!!!
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Nov 21, 2024
Amazing experience doing kayak in the Colorado river. Ian was a excellent guide. while we was waiting we saw other companies with 9 or 10 kayaks, we w...
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Amazing experience doing kayak in the Colorado river. Ian was a excellent guide. while we was waiting we saw other companies with 9 or 10 kayaks, we where only two people and thats make the experience more personal. A lot of curiosities and details about Colorado river and culture of the place. Higly recommended!!
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Nov 20, 2024
It was really fun and such a beautiful experience to see the lake. Ian was an amazing host and such a great teacher for those who are new to kayaking....
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It was really fun and such a beautiful experience to see the lake. Ian was an amazing host and such a great teacher for those who are new to kayaking. Would definitely come back soon!
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Nov 18, 2024
Amazing !!! Would do it again in a heart beat
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Nov 10, 2024
nA amazing day out on the most serene lake with a beautiful view. For this experience the tour guide is definitely what makes the difference. Mr Ian...
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nA amazing day out on the most serene lake with a beautiful view. For this experience the tour guide is definitely what makes the difference. Mr Ian Blair is as charming as they come with plenty of fun facts and jokes!! 😂
Strongly recomend kayac lake mead who will make this outing worth your time and investment.
Gaston/Sophia Barrios
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Nov 10, 2024
Kayak Lake Mead with Ian Blair.
For those who would like to spend an amazing day out on the most serene lake with a beautiful view. For this experien...
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Kayak Lake Mead with Ian Blair.
For those who would like to spend an amazing day out on the most serene lake with a beautiful view. For this experience the tour guide is definitely what makes the difference. Mr Ian Blair is as charming as they come with plenty of fun facts and jokes!! 😂
Strongly recommend Ian who will make this outing worth your time and investment.
Thank you for that wonderful experience Ian 🥰
Gaston/Sophia Barrios 🇨🇦
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Nov 08, 2024
This was 100% perfect in every possible way. Ian is the owner and guide of the company and works so hard to make sure that his guests experience the r...
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This was 100% perfect in every possible way. Ian is the owner and guide of the company and works so hard to make sure that his guests experience the river in a way that makes them fall in love with it as much as he does. He truly goes above and beyond to share fun facts about the area including historical information and wildlife facts. He’s also just a great person to have a conversation with. He made sure that both me and my 16 year old son were comfortable with the equipment and also made sure to include my son in our conversations as we paddled up and down the river. His kayaking equipment is also top notch. He uses boats that are lighter and better than some of the more corporate tour companies. He also keeps his groups small so that everyone has an individualized experience. I really can’t say enough about this tour. There are a few companies out there that market the same kind of thing, but I promise that this one is the best. Book it. You won’t be disappointed!
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Nov 05, 2024
Fantastic experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a great experience
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Nov 04, 2024
Ian was an amazing guide. He was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the area we were going in. He made the entire trip a blast with his wi...
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Ian was an amazing guide. He was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the area we were going in. He made the entire trip a blast with his witty jokes and fun facts about the environment. He did an amazing job making sure everyone in our group felt accommodated and taken care of. 10/10 would recommend booking him for all your kayaking tour needs!!!
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Nov 03, 2024
I’m a local and I’ll be bringing more friends and family on this tour when they visit. Ian was great. Perfect morning with my son. Learned a lot and h...
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I’m a local and I’ll be bringing more friends and family on this tour when they visit. Ian was great. Perfect morning with my son. Learned a lot and had the best time.
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Nov 02, 2024
Ian was great! I e-mailed a few days before my tour to ask about the weather and he responded quickly. He mentioned that the weather for my tour time ...
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Ian was great! I e-mailed a few days before my tour to ask about the weather and he responded quickly. He mentioned that the weather for my tour time was not ideal and offered to change it to the earlier time. I am so glad I did because the weather was perfect!
We had a beautiful, quiet day kayaking Lake Mojave. We even saw a group of big horn sheep 🐑 ! I've rented a bunch of kayaks in the past and I can honestly say this was the most comfortable I've felt.
Ian was a terrific instructor and guide. You do not get the same amount of attention with larger group sizes. By chance we were the only folks in the group that day, but I believe the tours fill out at only 6 people. Every other tour we passed coming back was much, much larger.
I hope I get the chance to come back and do the moonlight tour!
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Oct 31, 2024
Phenomenal experience! Ian took my husband and I out even though we were the only two who booked the tour for the afternoon - huge bonus since we were...
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Phenomenal experience! Ian took my husband and I out even though we were the only two who booked the tour for the afternoon - huge bonus since we were looking to escape the crowds in Las Vegas for the day! He was very generous with his time and was knowledgeable on everything from the history of the area to the plants and wildlife to great places to eat in Boulder City. The trip was an easy paddle, the water was crisp, clear, and emerald green. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area!
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Oct 29, 2024
We had an incredible day with Ian. A truly personalized experience to our pace. We are planning our next trip back we enjoyed our time so much. If you...
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We had an incredible day with Ian. A truly personalized experience to our pace. We are planning our next trip back we enjoyed our time so much. If you are looking for a Las Vegas experience that is one of a kind, this is your spot and guide!
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Oct 29, 2024
Kayak Lake Mead gets our highest recommendation! Our guide, Ian, was both professional and personable. He took the time to learn about our interests a...
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Kayak Lake Mead gets our highest recommendation! Our guide, Ian, was both professional and personable. He took the time to learn about our interests and abities and catered our experience beautifully. We will definitely be back for more adventures!
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Oct 29, 2024
Ian, our tour guide is very professional. He gave us a very good service. Very patient with us. It was our first time kayaking and there is a learning...
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Ian, our tour guide is very professional. He gave us a very good service. Very patient with us. It was our first time kayaking and there is a learning curve and he made sure we enjoy our tour. Many thanks Ian!
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Oct 26, 2024
This had to be the best kayak experience ever! What you can't see from so far away is teeming with life when you get close up. Our tour was deliberate...
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This had to be the best kayak experience ever! What you can't see from so far away is teeming with life when you get close up. Our tour was deliberately small compared to the others and at a time when the rest of the tours had not arrived. That made the river more peaceful and less pressure on those of us with little experience. Our guide was great, patient, knowledgeable about kayaking, history, plants and animals. He treated us like family. Thank you so much for the wonderful adventure.
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Oct 25, 2024
We had absolutely no idea what to expect, other than we wanted to do this trip! My friend and I graduated nursing school and decided to spend our cele...
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We had absolutely no idea what to expect, other than we wanted to do this trip! My friend and I graduated nursing school and decided to spend our celebration outside. We ended up being the only 2 on the tour. Ian was one of the best guides we have had! Super knowledgeable and easy going and I did not feel stressed or rushed at all with time. Price was great for what you get out of it and no hidden fees. I will definitely be returning for the 12 mile trip and will be recommending this to everyone I know who is looking for a fun and versatile trip. Thank you Ian!
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Oct 25, 2024
First time kayaking on the river. Ian was informative and patient...funny too...hope you like dad jokes! He'll quack you up. LOL.
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First time kayaking on the river. Ian was informative and patient...funny too...hope you like dad jokes! He'll quack you up. LOL.
I took the 8am tour with a nice small group. It wasn't crowded heading out to emerald cave but it was on the way back as we passed other large tour groups. We took a nice break on the beach, had a snack and took a stroll which was a nice break. It was a beautiful day and a hidden gem from Vegas. I'll definitely take visitors on a tour with Kayak Lake Mead
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Oct 22, 2024
The trip was an amazing trip. Ian has top of the line equipment, and his knowledge of not only the kayaking, but the sights and history is incredible....
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The trip was an amazing trip. Ian has top of the line equipment, and his knowledge of not only the kayaking, but the sights and history is incredible. He loves doing what he does, and it completely shows if you are on the water with him. The info before the trip was great as well, and responses to the text questions were quick, and accurate.
Will book another trip with Ian in the future. His groups are smaller than any of the other tours we looked at.
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Oct 16, 2024
Ian was great! He was knowledgeable and not only gave us some fun facts on our trip but some great corny dad jokes. We really enjoyed this adventure.
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Oct 15, 2024
Ian from Kayak Lake Mead was a friendly and wonderful guide on our adventure to Emerald Cove. The weather was perfect and we got plenty of information...
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Ian from Kayak Lake Mead was a friendly and wonderful guide on our adventure to Emerald Cove. The weather was perfect and we got plenty of information of historical facts while on tour. It was really easy going and didn't feel rushed. The group was small and that made it a lot less intimidating if you are new to kayaking. Would definitely recommend if you are thinking about trying this out.
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Oct 15, 2024
Ian was very nice and knowledgeable! I’d recommend anyone that wants to do a kayak tour do it through this company :)
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Oct 14, 2024
Gorgeous day for kayaking! Ian was fantastic and seemed to enjoy getting to know us all. He was very knowledgable about the history of the river, the ...
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Gorgeous day for kayaking! Ian was fantastic and seemed to enjoy getting to know us all. He was very knowledgable about the history of the river, the fauna and plant life. We all had a great time!
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Oct 13, 2024
Definitely something you want to do if you’re trying to experience something other than the strip in Las Vegas
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Oct 13, 2024
Super fun to talk to! Seeing the sights were awesome, but real beauty was just being around all the beautiful terrain!
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Oct 13, 2024
This was the most amazing experience! Ian, the owner and guide was so kind, patient and informative. He made our trip one that we will never forget! ...
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This was the most amazing experience! Ian, the owner and guide was so kind, patient and informative. He made our trip one that we will never forget! Thank you, Ian.
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Oct 11, 2024
Ian was an amazing guide for me and my friends! His knowledge about Lake Mead and the surrounding areas was very great. His tips for kayaking helped a...
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Ian was an amazing guide for me and my friends! His knowledge about Lake Mead and the surrounding areas was very great. His tips for kayaking helped a lot and it was a very fun way to end our trip! Thank you Ian and I can't wait to do another tour with you on my next vacation :)
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Oct 11, 2024
It was a phenomenal experience. The Emerald Cove and the entire area were really beautiful. Ian was one of the best tour guides I've ever had. Thanks ...
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It was a phenomenal experience. The Emerald Cove and the entire area were really beautiful. Ian was one of the best tour guides I've ever had. Thanks Ian for such an amazing experience, and for telling us about Hemenway Park, where we got to see the bighorn sheep.
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Oct 10, 2024
Had an absolutely fantastic time with Kayak Lake Mead! I can't recommend this experience enough. Ian was positively top notch. I had zero prior exp...
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Had an absolutely fantastic time with Kayak Lake Mead! I can't recommend this experience enough. Ian was positively top notch. I had zero prior experience with kayaking, and he gave me all the confidence to have great fun doing it. He's patient, knowledgeable, and witty. The high quality equipment made it easy and accessible for a beginner. And on top of all that, the scenery is breathtaking. This was an unforgettable experience, and I HIGHLY recommend you try out Kayak Lake Mead!
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Oct 08, 2024
100% recommend this tour guide and the services. I went recently in September after some last minute cancelations to a backpacking trip. And I was ver...
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100% recommend this tour guide and the services. I went recently in September after some last minute cancelations to a backpacking trip. And I was very very pleased.
Ian has top tier equipment and kayaking experience. He also has a lot of great historical knowledge and facts about wildlife/wildflowers. He's a very chill and dedicated entrepreneur that makes these kinds of experiences more personable than going with a bigger corporate tour group.
Will be returning!
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Oct 07, 2024
We had an amazing time. Our guide had lots of knowledge to share about the surroundings. We would go again without hesitation.
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Oct 07, 2024
Funnest day kayaking and learning about the history of the river and area! Ian is THE BEST guide! You will not be disappointed!!!
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Oct 07, 2024
We had a great time with Ian touring Lake Mead and Emerald Cove. He started the tour on time. Everything was set up and professional. The kayaks were...
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We had a great time with Ian touring Lake Mead and Emerald Cove. He started the tour on time. Everything was set up and professional. The kayaks were top quality. He gave great instructions. He was very patient and it was an informative tour. We have learned quite a bit about the Lake and wild Life. The event was Professionally coordinated, and he even provided snacks. The event finished on time and I can’t think of anything that could’ve made it better.
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Oct 06, 2024
This was an amazing day. Ian was the best host. Not only did he know how to conduct a wonderful kayak trip but he was a wealth of knowledge sharing a...
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This was an amazing day. Ian was the best host. Not only did he know how to conduct a wonderful kayak trip but he was a wealth of knowledge sharing a lot of historical facts .... Ian was fun, professional and had a passion for his craft. Highly recommend.
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Oct 05, 2024
We had an amazing time kayaking to Emerald Cove, and our tour guide, Ian, made the experience unforgettable! From the moment we started, Ian was funny...
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We had an amazing time kayaking to Emerald Cove, and our tour guide, Ian, made the experience unforgettable! From the moment we started, Ian was funny, engaging, and kept the group entertained with his witty remarks and great sense of humor. He was also incredibly informative, sharing fascinating insights about the area's history, wildlife, and natural formations. Ian’s knowledge really added depth to the experience, making the trip more than just a scenic paddle—it was a learning adventure! He also had some great tips for getting the best photos, especially inside the stunning Emerald Cove.
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Oct 04, 2024
Ian is an amazing guide and takes pride in everything he does. He was funny, entertaining, and very knowledgeable about everything about the river and...
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Ian is an amazing guide and takes pride in everything he does. He was funny, entertaining, and very knowledgeable about everything about the river and its environment.
He runs a great tour and from the moment you meet him, you can tell he is a fabulous human being. We will be back for more adventures!!😊 Highly recommend this company!! Beautiful experience!!😊
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Oct 03, 2024
We had a wonderful day Kayaking on the Colorado River with Ian, our tour guide. The scenery was amazing and there were a number of cool wildlife that...
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We had a wonderful day Kayaking on the Colorado River with Ian, our tour guide. The scenery was amazing and there were a number of cool wildlife that we spotted on our journey. Ian was funny and very knowledgeable! He made sure all of us felt very comfortable kayaking and were having a great time! One of the best tours I’ve taken on my visits to Las Vegas!
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Oct 03, 2024
The kayak experience was great. Ian was an excellent guide with a great personality. Water was spectacular and we went at 1pm so few kayakers on the w...
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The kayak experience was great. Ian was an excellent guide with a great personality. Water was spectacular and we went at 1pm so few kayakers on the way back so quite peaceful. Saw lots of wildlife. The only thing somewhat negative was the Emerald Cave which was not anything like what was advertised. Very small but pretty, but you will not be kayaking through a cave just sitting in one. Ian is a former medic so everyone felt safe even me who had no kayaking experience. A great day out on the water. Highly recommend. Will be back again.
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Oct 03, 2024
Ian was super informative. Very sweet and caring. We had the absolute best time with him today. Thanks again Ian
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Oct 02, 2024
Ian was a great tour guide. He was kind, professional, and knowledgeable.
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Oct 01, 2024
My husband and I took the Emerald Cave kayaking tour and it was an absolute blast. The guide (Ian) was phenomenal - personable, charismatic, and an al...
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My husband and I took the Emerald Cave kayaking tour and it was an absolute blast. The guide (Ian) was phenomenal - personable, charismatic, and an all around good person. We stopped and did a little hike and took great photos. We were on the “divorce” kayak aka a tandem kayak. Didn’t know why it was referenced like that until the end of the trip. 😂
We had a great time and would 120% do it again. Will be looking into the night time kayak option.
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Sep 30, 2024
This tour was fantastic! Hands down my favorite part of our trip. Ian was very knowledgeable of everything on and off the water and even had some good...
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This tour was fantastic! Hands down my favorite part of our trip. Ian was very knowledgeable of everything on and off the water and even had some good jokes for us! We left early before it got too hot and we were the only ones on the water. It was beautiful! I will be back again to do another tour for sure!
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Sep 30, 2024
I had searched the various kayak companies in the area and chose Kayak Lake Mead based on the website and that they were quick to respond to my questi...
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I had searched the various kayak companies in the area and chose Kayak Lake Mead based on the website and that they were quick to respond to my questions prior to booking. They were able to accommodate our request for sit on kayaks rather than the usual sit in kayaks (only because that is what we are used to). We chose the Emerald Cave tour because it was listed as an easy paddle and it’s short distance. It was the perfect option for us as older adults. The scenery was beautiful and the water was crystal clear. Ian, the company owner, was our awesome guide! He was kind, friendly and very informative, telling us about the river, the area history as well as the flora and fauna. The actual Emerald Cave was underwhelming but the floor of the whole river was a brilliant green in the sunlight so that made up for it. I would highly recommend Ian and his company!
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Sep 29, 2024
This was the best tour.
Ian knew everything about the area. I mean everything; the history, the geology, the plant and animal life. You can tell he ca...
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This was the best tour.
Ian knew everything about the area. I mean everything; the history, the geology, the plant and animal life. You can tell he cares about this not just because it’s his job.
He gave us all the confidence we needed to be comfortable and have a blast on the water. We had great equipment and were in safe hands.
Best of all, we didn’t feel like tourists even a little bit. Because it was a small group, we got to know him and get a really meaningful experience.
Being from out of country, this was the best tour of our trip. I can’t say enough great about them.
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Sep 29, 2024
This is the tour to take. Ian was amazing! Knowledgeable, helpful and funny. You’ll book this tour and know immediately you booked the right one. Smal...
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This is the tour to take. Ian was amazing! Knowledgeable, helpful and funny. You’ll book this tour and know immediately you booked the right one. Small group and amazing day on the water. I would book it again in a second.
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Sep 27, 2024
My sister and I took our grandsons on an Emerald Cave Twilight Tour with Ian in April, 2024. It was the hightlight of our entire trip! Ian was so help...
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My sister and I took our grandsons on an Emerald Cave Twilight Tour with Ian in April, 2024. It was the hightlight of our entire trip! Ian was so helpful, knowledgeable, and kind to us. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip, and we plan to go again in October. Can't wait!
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Sep 24, 2024
After receiving clear and concise briefings on safety and the general rules of the area we lauched our kayaks at the quack of dawn.
Our guide, Ian, w...
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After receiving clear and concise briefings on safety and the general rules of the area we lauched our kayaks at the quack of dawn.
Our guide, Ian, was a brilliant person with great knowledge and a wholesome vibe. He had a keen eye for keeping the trails nice and tidy which was great to see. The tour was nicely paced and personal with a party of four.
Highly recommended!
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Sep 23, 2024
We had an amazing kayak trip! Arriving at 8 AM before the other excursions started gave us a peaceful moment on the water. The guide was super friendl...
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We had an amazing kayak trip! Arriving at 8 AM before the other excursions started gave us a peaceful moment on the water. The guide was super friendly, and the scenery was stunning. Overall, a great experience!
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Sep 22, 2024
Amazing experience. Ian was very knowledgeable about the area and very friendly. Seeing the stars at night on the water was beautiful.
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Sep 20, 2024
Paul was awesome. Knows everything and made it fun. I loved it being a small group.
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Sep 15, 2024
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My wife and I had a great time with Kayak Lake Mead and our guide Ian. We did the Emerald Cove kayak trip and it was fantastic. T...
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(September 11, 2024)
My wife and I had a great time with Kayak Lake Mead and our guide Ian. We did the Emerald Cove kayak trip and it was fantastic. The weather was overcast due to the wild fires in CA and NV blowing into the area, but it was still an awesome trip. Ian asked us if we’d adjust our original start time from 1300 to 0800 due to high winds forecasted in afternoon and it was a great move on his part. We had a beautiful morning and the water was calm as could be. We were the first people out on the water and lucky enough to see a speckled rattlesnake along the shore in the rocks (from the safety of our kayaks), a fox walking the shore line while we kayaked alongside, a group of big horn sheep coming for their morning drink along the shore and a couple bald eagles. The cove was still beautiful even though our sunshine wasn’t the best to show its true colors.
Overall this was an awesome trip and we both recommend this to anyone visiting the area. We will definitely be back on our next trip to Vegas and plan to do the “Whole Dam Tour” with Ian.
Thanks Ian.
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Sep 15, 2024
THE WHOLE DAM TOUR did not disappoint! Our group of four had a blast with Ian from Kayak Lead Mead; I would highly recommend the reader consider this...
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THE WHOLE DAM TOUR did not disappoint! Our group of four had a blast with Ian from Kayak Lead Mead; I would highly recommend the reader consider this trip when in the area. The ease of initial communication with this company, followed by specifics for the day of, set the tone for a fabulous adventure on the water. Our group was thrilled to start the trip at the base of Hoover Dam - only a few paddlecraft outfitters are authorized to launch at this site (choose wisely!). What an outstanding view of the dam and the Pat Tillman Bridge you get from the being on the Colorado River - so different from standing on top of both structures as we did the following day. A chance of a lifetime!!
We had a terrific time exploring the Colorado River in Kayak Lake Mead's high-end, sleek, state-of-the-art kayaks - not the cheap, bulky kayaks as seen by other outfitter on the river. Their kayaks cut through the water with ease, they were very comfortable for the full day on the river, and they looked like our own personal paddle-craft. Additionally, Ian's love for this area was evident as he was genuinely excited and eager to share with us the geothermal hot springs, sauna cave, and slot canyons along the trip. This tour was a great mix of time on the water, hiking slot canyons to the very hot Arizona Hot Springs, and an enjoyable lunch on a beautiful sandy beach. We even saw some big-horn sheep on our trip! BONUS! The time and money spent on this day with this outfitter and Ian was the highlight of our time in Las Vegas and the Lake Mead area. What a treat! Thank you, Ian, and Kayak Lake Mead. :-)
**Ian had outstanding food recommendations for the area too. We took his suggestion on not only the restaurant but also the food. The Dillinger was a great place to stop after the day on the river, and Ian's recommendation for the appetizer Frickin' Pickle and The Sticky Burger was YUMMMM! I wished we lived closer to go back for a second round. Thanks for the telling us about this place, Ian.
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Sep 14, 2024
Our experience with Paul was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, friendly and put’s safely first. The tour was beautiful and I would do it again and again!
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Sep 13, 2024
We had an amazing time kayaking with Ian. The views, wildlife and conversation was great!
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Sep 09, 2024
I had a wonderful sunset Kayak. Ian with Kayak Lake Mead pointed out all the wild life along the way and had so much knowledge about the rich history ...
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I had a wonderful sunset Kayak. Ian with Kayak Lake Mead pointed out all the wild life along the way and had so much knowledge about the rich history of the area. I would highly recommend!!
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Sep 09, 2024
Ian was AMAZING!! Helpful with everything and great at giving us a little information and history about the area. Highly recommend Ian and his company...
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Ian was AMAZING!! Helpful with everything and great at giving us a little information and history about the area. Highly recommend Ian and his company!!
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Sep 08, 2024
Ian was a wonderful tour guide throughout this once in a lifetime experience! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and wildlife native to th...
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Ian was a wonderful tour guide throughout this once in a lifetime experience! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and wildlife native to the area! Highly recommend!
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Sep 08, 2024
Ian, thank you so much for your time, humor, knowledge, and for guiding a fantastic day & memory for myself and my family.
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Sep 07, 2024
Ian was an amazing guide, very well spoken, has amazing energy n personality! The kayaking was absolutely gorgeous, 10/10 would do again and recommend...
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Ian was an amazing guide, very well spoken, has amazing energy n personality! The kayaking was absolutely gorgeous, 10/10 would do again and recommend to anyone, beginners or those more familiar with kayaking.
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Sep 07, 2024
Absolutely amazing. Ian was an amazing guide and really helped me as I'm new to kayaking. His sense of humor really elevated the experience! If you wa...
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Absolutely amazing. Ian was an amazing guide and really helped me as I'm new to kayaking. His sense of humor really elevated the experience! If you want to go kayaking, I definitely recommend him. <3
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Sep 07, 2024
Amazing terrain, fantastic weather and spectacular guide! It was an absolutely wonderful day.
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Sep 05, 2024
This was a fantastic tour. Beautiful scenery with a fun and informative guide in Ian.
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Sep 03, 2024
Ian is a great guide in an incredible setting! Book your trip with him for a funny guide who is full of knowledge. He also takes smaller groups so you...
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Ian is a great guide in an incredible setting! Book your trip with him for a funny guide who is full of knowledge. He also takes smaller groups so you wont be stuck with a huge group of people. His kayaks are also a huge step above the other kayak rentals.
The water is crystal clear and so refreshing!
Book this trip and you can say you kayak’d in the Mojave Desert!
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Sep 02, 2024
Ian was awesome! A great tour guide. He was really friendly, informative and funny. He made our whole group feel like old friends. The booking process...
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Ian was awesome! A great tour guide. He was really friendly, informative and funny. He made our whole group feel like old friends. The booking process was super easy, with no hidden fees, which was very much appreciated. Also appreciated was the ability to choose a single or tandem kayak when booking the tour. Everything was made easy, including sending us a link with directions to find the place. What a great time! Thank you Ian and Kayak Lake Mead!
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Sep 02, 2024
Our kayak tour at Lake Mead was absolutely fantastic! It was our first time kayaking, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Ian, our gui...
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Our kayak tour at Lake Mead was absolutely fantastic! It was our first time kayaking, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Ian, our guide, was not only knowledgeable but also a wonderful coach. He made sure we felt comfortable and confident on the water, explaining everything in a way that was easy to understand for beginners like us.
The tour itself was the perfect amount of morning exercise, allowing us to soak in the stunning beauty of Lake Mead at a relaxed pace. The scenery was breathtaking, and we were incredibly lucky to spot a bighorn sheep during our trip, which was a real highlight!
Ian’s knowledge of the lake and its history added so much to the experience, making the tour both fun and educational. We’re already looking forward to our next trip! Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
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Sep 02, 2024
This was an excellent tour from start to finish. The booking was easy with no hidden fees, the directions to the site were clear and the communication...
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This was an excellent tour from start to finish. The booking was easy with no hidden fees, the directions to the site were clear and the communication was very good. We were able to select the tandem kayak we preferred when we booked. Ian, our tour guide, was friendly, knowledgeable and told corny Dad jokes! Lol! He was the perfect host. He took a group of strangers and created a group of friends. We had a fun, informative adventure on the water. Kayak Lake Mead is definitely the way to go to see Emerald Cove!!
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Sep 01, 2024
Enjoy our experience! Ian was amazing!
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Aug 30, 2024
Wonderful experience with our guide Ian. The conversation flowed and the tour flew by! He was knowledgable and funny. I enjoyed the small group size. ...
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Wonderful experience with our guide Ian. The conversation flowed and the tour flew by! He was knowledgable and funny. I enjoyed the small group size. 10/10 would recommend!
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Aug 30, 2024
Ian was very accommodating to our requests during our tour. He was extremely personable, welcoming, and knowledgeable about kayaking and as the enviro...
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Ian was very accommodating to our requests during our tour. He was extremely personable, welcoming, and knowledgeable about kayaking and as the environment we were paddling through.
We did the evening tour, and the weather was perfect for it. We got to see some wildlife and experienced very calm tranquil waters.
I highly recommend this experience!
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Aug 26, 2024
We did the kayaking tour with Ian! He was amazing. It included so much history and nature facts. He really made the trip awesome! The cave was smalle...
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We did the kayaking tour with Ian! He was amazing. It included so much history and nature facts. He really made the trip awesome! The cave was smaller than we expended but Ian did a great job of getting us photos so we didn’t have to have our phones out if we didn’t want it. We will def come back and do more tours with Ian. He made you feel safe and helped when learning how to kayak.
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Aug 26, 2024
We appreciated the Twilight tour that allowed us to enjoy the river when it’s not crowded. On the way up river, we saw bats feeding low over the wate...
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We appreciated the Twilight tour that allowed us to enjoy the river when it’s not crowded. On the way up river, we saw bats feeding low over the water. We got to Emerald Cove and watched the stars come out! Essentially having the river to ourselves, we ventured over to Echo Cove and tested out the acoustics of the canyon! Ian pointed out the clicks of the bats echo locating.
We made our way down stream. The moon hadn’t risen yet, so the stars shone more brightly. We were even treated to a couple of shooting stars!
Ian is very knowledgeable and friendly. His experience allowed us to be guided back in the serenity and peacefulness of the night.
Extraordinary adventure, we would go with Kayak Lake Mead again!
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Aug 25, 2024
Great knowledge of the area. Fun person. Very professional. Had a great time. Very genuine.
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Aug 22, 2024
Our family had a great morning trip in Lake Mead with Ian last week. Ian was very knowledgeable about Lake Mead and the history of the area and made ...
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Our family had a great morning trip in Lake Mead with Ian last week. Ian was very knowledgeable about Lake Mead and the history of the area and made sure that everyone on the tour was comfortable and had a fun experience. I would highly recommend a tour with Ian.
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Aug 19, 2024
Such an amazing experience. We booked this trip after seeing photos from the Emerald Cave, but the entirety of this kayaking journey was beyond beauti...
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Such an amazing experience. We booked this trip after seeing photos from the Emerald Cave, but the entirety of this kayaking journey was beyond beautiful. We were staying in Vegas, and the trip over was just under an hour and had gorgeous views throughout.
Ian was so knowledgeable and kind, and our group felt so friendly and fun, like going out with your buddies rather than feeling like you’re just a headcount on a tour. The journey combined kayaking, a brief hike + local plant lesson, sheep sightings (!!!!!) and a very, very refreshing swim.
Ian also gave us a VERY good recommendation for food after that blew our minds. This is so so so worth it and I can’t recommend it more to anyone looking for an active experience in the Vegas area. :)
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Aug 18, 2024
Fantastic trip with a great guide. Ian was very knowledgable and a pleasure to speak to. Would definitely do this again and advise anyone else to do i...
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Fantastic trip with a great guide. Ian was very knowledgable and a pleasure to speak to. Would definitely do this again and advise anyone else to do it if you get the chance. Thanks for a great few hours…. Ryan & Vanda.
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Aug 16, 2024
Great experience! Perfect weather. Ian was very knowledgeable about the area and provided an awesome tour experience. Was perfect for a family of five...
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Great experience! Perfect weather. Ian was very knowledgeable about the area and provided an awesome tour experience. Was perfect for a family of five and very authentic experience exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend for anyone kayaking with family or anyone with a small group. Ian’s laugh is as awesome as the tour, a must experience once in your life!
Some pro tips I would share that would have been helpful for me when booking:
1.) Booking this tour supports small business owner Ian, not a huge corporation
2.) Main store is very well priced and is a great option to get all the last minute things you might need, from water to water socks!
3.) Park by the Kayak beach launch, not the main store, or else your heat walk of shame will be real!
4.) we did this tour with a 5,8,12 year-old with ease, so no worries if wanting to take this tour with littles.
Hope this helps.
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Aug 16, 2024
We had a great experience! It was our first time kayaking and Ian was an amazing in teaching us the ropes! Itwas very beautiful and loved soaking the ...
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We had a great experience! It was our first time kayaking and Ian was an amazing in teaching us the ropes! Itwas very beautiful and loved soaking the beauty of the lake. Our tour guide Ian was very knowledgeable of the lake and its history. This is a tour we would highly recommend and use Kayak Lake Mead! Will definitely be back! Thank you for a memorable experience!
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Aug 05, 2024
This was a perfect half day excursion, Ian was very helpful and entertaining. The views are truly beautiful to !
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Aug 04, 2024
Professional, easy going, so much fun!
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Aug 03, 2024
Great kayak tour with Ian! Booking was easy, really good directions provided for us since we are from out of state on vacation, and the experience was...
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Great kayak tour with Ian! Booking was easy, really good directions provided for us since we are from out of state on vacation, and the experience was perfect! Ian was a fantastic tour guide. The whole family loved it!
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Aug 01, 2024
I picked these guys based on them seeming more genuine for the kayak experience and not a packaged experience and their long history of tours in the a...
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I picked these guys based on them seeming more genuine for the kayak experience and not a packaged experience and their long history of tours in the area though I did learn that the original owner sold it in the past couple of years. Regardless, our experience was very good!
The booking experience was easy and they were great to send periodic reminders of the tour (5 of us did private) and asking for key information the day before. We arrived a little early as they recommended and we easily found our support guys ready to go with their distinct white kayaks. Ian focused on kayak logistics, ultimately staying with their vehicle, while Nick focused on our orientation for the tour and led the emerald cave tour.
Most of our group had previous experience so we were fairly low maintenance. Nick, a relatively young and new hire, was friendly and informative about the area and had a nice personal disposition. The pace was nice and casual as we made our way with not too much fellow paddle traffic to contend with and only a few boat wakes for the entire tour. The emerald cave itself was smaller than I expected but it was fine and Nick took pictures as he directed our positions as a group and as individuals. My favorite part of the tour was our modest but informative land tour with snacks and beautiful overlooks and topping it off with a wonderfully cool dip in the Colorado. I had no idea the water would be so refreshingly cool! Nick was a sweet guy and made the experience fun, making our way back on schedule with no issues as we met back up with Ian, who was professional and courteous.
Just some constructive feedback of maybe being prepared to help heavier guys, as we had one in our group. Nick was unable, by himself, to assist in getting him out of the kayak but we were able to help him. Also, for group photos, I'd recommend getting a bit closer in so that peoples faces could be recognized.
Other than that, the tour was perfect and I hope we can try a different tour with them the next time we visit!
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Jul 30, 2024
Amazing experience from start to finish. Would highly recommend getting off the strip and taking in nature at its finest. Wife and I will be booking a...
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Amazing experience from start to finish. Would highly recommend getting off the strip and taking in nature at its finest. Wife and I will be booking again, the next time we head to Vegas.
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Jul 27, 2024
This was an amazing and unforgettable experience. I am so grateful we booked this company. The smaller group size was worth the extra money, and our t...
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This was an amazing and unforgettable experience. I am so grateful we booked this company. The smaller group size was worth the extra money, and our tour guide (Ian) was patient and kind, never rushing or hurrying us along. I strongly recommend booking a morning tour (as we did) for a quieter more tranquil kayaking adventure, but no matter what time your journey begins you’ll be in great hands with this company. Thank you so much!!
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Jul 25, 2024
This was a great experience and would suggest using this company if you want a more personal/private experience. Ian was very knowledgeable about the ...
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This was a great experience and would suggest using this company if you want a more personal/private experience. Ian was very knowledgeable about the area and the history of the river.
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