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3-Hour Black Canyon Motorized Raft Tour with Optional Transport

3-Hour Black Canyon Motorized Raft Tour with Optional Transport

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas

Explore the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas, even if you have limited time, on this half-day "mini" tour that fits perfectly into your schedule. After leaving the Strip in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter van, you'll head to the dam, with stops at scenic lookout points for stunning views and great photo opportunities. You can also upgrade your tour to include a stop at the Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert.

Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon Deluxe Helicopter Tour with Landing from Las Vegas

Grand Canyon Deluxe Helicopter Tour with Landing from Las Vegas

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hoover Dam Inside Tour from Las Vegas, WiFi

Hoover Dam Inside Tour from Las Vegas, WiFi

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Small Group Guided Colorado River and Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

Small Group Guided Colorado River and Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

Hoover Dam Small Group Tour from Las Vegas with BBQ-8AM or Sunset

Hoover Dam is an engineering marvel, but its location can make it tricky to experience without sacrificing an entire day. On this small-group express tour, explore the sight in just half a day. Take pictures of the towering structure while learning about its role as a hydroelectric power plant, stopping throughout to snap photos of the dam and the great views of the surrounding countryside.

Hoover Dam Small Group Tour from Las Vegas with BBQ-8AM or Sunset

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views

Paddle to the legendary Hoover Dam on this kayaking adventure on Lake Mead. Seeing Hoover Dam usually includes crowded viewpoints and limited perspectives, but this water-level approach reveals the engineering marvel from angles impossible to see on land. Navigate through dramatic slot canyons along a 2-mile (3km) route, take in the spectacular natural views, and enjoy unique sights of the Colorado River winding through the Grand Canyon.

Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Lake Mead Private Tour by Boat

Lake Mead Private Tour by Boat

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hoover Dam Inside and Out

Visit the Hoover Dam without renting a car on a small-group tour from Vegas, which includes a guided tour through original tunnels and past massive generators and free time for independent exploration. Note that if the Hoover Dam Generator Room is restricted during your visit, this tour goes to the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge and the Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum instead.

Hoover Dam Inside and Out

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon West Rim Luxury Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas

Embark on a luxury helicopter tour for a breathtaking aerial experience of the Grand Canyon. Fly over the canyon and the winding Colorado River as your pilot shares expert commentary on the dramatic landscape below. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon, and the glittering Las Vegas Strip. For a more immersive flight, upgrade to include extended time over the Grand Canyon’s West Rim.

Grand Canyon West Rim Luxury Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Lake Mead Sunset Kayak Tour with Dinner, Swim and Campfire

Lake Mead Sunset Kayak Tour with Dinner, Swim and Campfire

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Audio Driving Tour: Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam Red Rock Canyon

Audio Driving Tour: Grand Canyon West, Hoover Dam Red Rock Canyon

3 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Grand Canyon Helicopter and Western Ranch Adventure Landing Tour

Visit the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas even if you have limited time available with the ultimate half-day helicopter tour. Fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter, pass Hoover Dam, and fly below the canyon’s west rim. After landing at Grand Canyon Western Ranch, enjoy a cowboy-style lunch and free time to enjoy the ranch. Fly over the Las Vegas Strip by helicopter on the way back to your hotel.

Grand Canyon Helicopter and Western Ranch Adventure Landing Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Hoover Dam Kayaking Trip, 6 Hot Springs, 6 Caves, 4 Waterfalls

Paddle a kayak to the base of Hoover Dam for views few travelers see—then follow the Colorado River past swim spots, caves, a geothermal waterfall, coves, and beaches. With an experienced guide to lead the way, you’ll cover a 12-mile (19-kilometer) stretch of the river renowned for its scenic beauty. And since it's a private experience, you'll have plenty of time to swim, hike, and sightsee as you head downstream.

Hoover Dam Kayaking Trip, 6 Hot Springs, 6 Caves, 4 Waterfalls

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Grand Canyon West SkyWalk and Hoover Dam Tour

Your adventure begins with a comfortable pickup in Las Vegas before we drive over the iconic Route 66. Along the way, enjoy a delicious made-to-order breakfast served with classic old-school Vegas charm. Our first stop is the Lakeview Overlook, a favorite for its sweeping panoramic views of Boulder Basin. Then, follow your guide on a memorable walk across the legendary Hoover Dam—an engineering masterpiece. Explore the spillways and capture stunning photos. Next, we make our way to the Hualapai Indian Reservation, where your Grand Canyon West experience truly begins. Spend time at Guano Point and Eagle Point, soaking in the serenity and breathtaking views that make this rim so special. Your ticket also includes access to the world-famous Skywalk—a glass bridge suspended 4,000 feet above the canyon floor for a truly unforgettable perspective. After exploring one of the world’s most inspiring natural wonders, relax as we get back to Las Vegas, our team will take care of everything.

Grand Canyon West SkyWalk and Hoover Dam Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour with Champagne Toast

Soar like a VIP on a round-trip helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon, departing from Las Vegas or Boulder City. Enjoy a luxurious Champagne picnic on the canyon floor. Save time with seamless hotel transfers. From the air, take in aerial views of the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness, and more, while your pilot provides engaging commentary during the 35–45-minute flight each way.

Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour with Champagne Toast

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Hoover Dam Tunnels & Power Plant Tour

Hoover Dam Tunnels & Power Plant Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon West Helicopter Tour with VIP Skywalk and Boat Ride

Book a time-saving Grand Canyon getaway, thanks to this combo, small-group tour that begins with a helicopter flight from Las Vegas. Get a bird's-eye view of the Hoover Dam en route to the West Rim; then, descend to the canyon floor for a pontoon boat cruise along the Colorado River. Finish with VIP access to the Skywalk, a glass-bottomed deck that hovers above the sandstone walls of the canyon.

Grand Canyon West Helicopter Tour with VIP Skywalk and Boat Ride

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Boulder Islands Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Tour

Boulder Islands Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Sunset Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas

Enjoy sweeping aerial views of the Grand Canyon aboard a state-of-the-art helicopter, offering a smooth, comfortable ride with expansive viewing windows. Departing from Las Vegas at golden hour, take in the canyon’s dramatic landscapes, Lake Mead, the Colorado River winding through rugged red walls, and the Las Vegas Strip as it comes alive—a premium way to experience the Southwest from the air.

Sunset Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon South Rim Air and Ground Tour from Las Vegas

Add an aerial view to your Grand Canyon tour and reduce driving time with this excursion from Las Vegas. Depart Boulder City Terminal aboard a fixed-wing plane to the South Rim, admiring epic vistas and stunning landscapes from above. Upon touchdown, explore attractions like Mather Point and Bright Angel Point by bus or choose a 25- to 30-minute helicopter flight or a 2-hour Hummer excursion. Hotel pickup is available from select locations.

Grand Canyon South Rim Air and Ground Tour from Las Vegas

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Extended Grand Canyon West Rim Air-Only Helicopter Tour

Embark on the ultimate helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon helicopter tour on the longest air-only tour from Las Vegas. Soar over the awe-inspiring canyon walls of the West Rim and delve into its mysterious depths. Take in breathtaking aerial views of iconic landmarks such as the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Fortification Hill along the way, and on your return, enjoy stunning views of the glittering Las Vegas Strip.

Extended Grand Canyon West Rim Air-Only Helicopter Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Likely to Sell Out

Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Sunset Valley of Fire Landing

Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight with Sunset Valley of Fire Landing

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Grand Canyon West Rim Scenic Plane Tour from Las Vegas

Grand Canyon West Rim Scenic Plane Tour from Las Vegas

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

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Know before you go

Aerial view of Lake Mead National Recreation Area during daytime.

Lake Mead is a must-visit for adventure travelers and those looking for an escape from Las Vegas.
Always wear a life jacket when out on the lakes as conditions can change quickly.
Don’t forget to bring sun protection and plenty of water.
Wi-Fi is available at several locations throughout the park.
Several areas of the park, including Boulder Beach, Willow Beach, and Callville Bay, are wheelchair accessible.

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