Top Phoenix Kayaking Tours

Immerse yourself in Arizona’s natural landscape on a self-guided kayak rental through Saguaro Lake. Booking a rental allows you to explore at your own pace and linger at locations with the best views of the river and wildlife. In addition to free parking, the tour includes a kayaking and safety orientation for all skill levels.

Experience Lake Pleasant from sunset into the night on a guided 1.5-hour Ignite Series kayak tour. After a safety briefing and basic paddling instruction, launch from the shoreline as the Arizona sky changes color. As darkness falls, the kayak’s illuminated light system creates a colorful glow on the water. Your guide leads the group throughout the experience, making this a memorable adventure for both first-time and experienced paddlers. Kayak, paddle, US Coast Guard-approved life jacket, and lighting equipment are included. Participants must be able to swim and follow all guide and park safety instructions.

Explore Saguaro Lake! Whether you’re a beginner or expert you can experience the beautiful lakes of Arizona! You will be given an orientation of basic safety and paddling instruction. Along with some suggestions on fun places to paddle and how far for a given time length of rental. After that, it's just you and the beautiful scenery of where the desert meets the water!

Start your day on the water with the Arise Series—Into the Light, a relaxed guided morning kayak tour at Lake Pleasant near Phoenix. After a safety briefing and basic paddling instruction, follow your guide across calm water toward scenic coves and mountain views while watching for desert birds and other wildlife. The small-group format keeps the pace comfortable and leaves time for photos. Choose the early departure for sunrise colors or the later departure for a peaceful morning paddle. No previous kayaking experience is required, and your kayak, paddle, and life jacket are provided.

This is a guided tour. Experience paddleboarding and in a whole new way, under the stars! Launch just before sunset and an experience the best sunset in the U.S. from the water. Then, enjoy the peace and serenity of Lake Pleasant at night with an amazing Neon Vibe. Our kayaks and paddleboards come equipped with neon led lights to light up the water for a party like no other! This is a one of a kind experience that is fun for the whole family.

Explore the serene beauty of Arizona’s rivers on a guided kayak or flatwater tour. The Lower Salt River offers a scenic desert oasis perfect for all. Guests float in self-bailing tandem kayaks, with two people per boat, while a guide accompanies alongside guests to offer instruction and insights about the Sonoran Desert. The river’s gentle current makes for an easy float. Along the way, there’s plenty of time to swim, play, and enjoy the view, with close encounters with wildlife like wild horses and great blue herons adding to the magic. All equipment is provided, including paddles, dry bags, and life jackets, so you can simply relax and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water. Tours take about four hours including the drive to/from the river and the duration of the tour. Bottled water and snacks, raft/paddles, a life jacket, dry bags, round-trip transportation and National Forest entry fees are included in this trip.

Start your day on the water with the Arise Series—Into the Light, a relaxed guided morning paddleboard tour at Lake Pleasant near Phoenix. After a safety briefing and beginner-friendly paddling instruction, follow your guide across calm water toward scenic coves and mountain views while watching for desert birds and other wildlife. The small-group format keeps the pace comfortable and leaves time for photos. Choose the early departure for sunrise colors or the later departure for a peaceful morning paddle. No previous paddleboarding experience is required, and your board, paddle, and life jacket are provided.

Enjoy the desert landscape while also keeping cool with this kayaking or paddle boarding experience in Lake Saguaro. Your guide will show you spots you might otherwise miss, as well as add context to the canyons and cliffsides you pass by. Take in the beautiful desert scenery while also getting active.