Top Nevada Outdoor Activities

Leave the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas behind and get up close to the Colorado River on this half-day kayaking tour. Board your shuttle at Mandalay Bay Resort (if option selected) and travel to Willow Beach. Embark on a relaxing 5-mile (8-kilometer) journey through Black Canyon, including a visit to the picturesque Emerald Cave. Enjoy included snacks and water as you take in the natural beauty around you.

Swap the bustle of the Las Vegas Strip for an outdoor adventure on a small-group guided ATV tour. Go off-road through desert trails past Joshua trees, canyons, and wildlife near Reimann Road outside Goodsprings. Afterward, travelers driving themselves can visit the century-old Pioneer Saloon, where bullet holes remain in the walls from its Wild West past.

Experience the thrill of zipping around the Mojave Desert when you book this small-group ATV tour from Las Vegas. You’ll be outfitted with safety gear including helmets and goggles and receive a step-by-step orientation on how to ride your ATV. A guide will lead you on a journey into the desert where you'll be able to travel along trails and take in captivating views.

Escape the bustle of Las Vegas and discover stunning scenery from the water's edge on this half-day kayaking trip on the Colorado River. Make your own way to Willow Beach Marina, grab a life jacket, and set off on this scenic kayak trip. Along the way, soak up the scenery, pause for a swim, look for wildlife, and learn about the area’s history from your guide.

Experience a different kind of thrill in Las Vegas with go-kart racing on an outdoor racetrack. Get behind the wheel of a go-kart that sports a powerful 270cc 4-stroke engine after receiving instruction on technique and safety briefing on the racetrack. Check your recorded speed after you complete your laps.

Discover the beauty of Emerald Cave and the spectacular Black Canyon on a guided kayaking adventure along the Colorado River. Paddle in a small group of up to 13 people, with stops along the way to enjoy snacks and take a refreshing swim. Choose the convenience of round-trip hotel transportation from Las Vegas or drive yourself to the launch point at Willow Beach, Arizona.

Pre-book your tickets to ensure you don't miss out on the chance to experience FlyOver, one of Vegas' hottest attractions. Feel the sensation of flying without leaving the ground as you soar over stunning landscapes and global destinations without leaving The Strip. Special effects, including wind, mist, and scents, add to the realistic experience.

Visit Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and the Grand Canyon all in one day, on this small-group guided tour from Las Vegas. Admire Colorado River views at Horseshoe Bend; explore Lower Antelope Canyon or Antelope Canyon X with a Navajo guide; and stop at several viewpoints on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. On the way back, stop at Seligman or Williams along historic Route 66.

Experience the Grand Canyon from a perspective few visitors ever get to see, flying over its vast landscape before descending deep below the canyon rim to a private landing site beside the Colorado River. Step out of the helicopter to take in the towering canyon walls up close, enjoy a Champagne toast and light snacks, and savor the rare opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon from deep within the canyon itself. Then take to the skies again for a spectacular return flight alongside the Las Vegas Strip, combining an extraordinary journey into the Grand Canyon with unforgettable aerial views of Las Vegas for a once-in-a-lifetime experience from start to finish.

Beat the heat of Las Vegas by paddling down the Colorado River on this half-day small-group tour. Spend plenty of time on the water taking in the stunning sights of Black Canyon and Emerald Cave. This fully guided tour includes stops at a historic overlook and a 100-year-old river gauging station. Watch for wildlife such as bighorn sheep, coyotes, and bald eagles while enjoying included snacks and bottled water.

Trade the crowds and traffic of the Las Vegas Strip for a spectacular view from above on an evening helicopter flight over the city. Look down on iconic landmarks including the Sphere, High Roller and Fremont Street as the dazzling lights of Las Vegas stretch out below you. Choose a flight-only experience or upgrade to include dinner, with complimentary drop-off after your flight for an easy way to finish your night.

Experience the spectacle and sounds of the Las Vegas Strip in indomitable style on this mega-sized, 400-horsepower-engined shopping cart limo ride. Climb aboard the elevated, open-air cart for a unique ride past the strip’s legendary sights, from Treasure Island to the Fountains of Bellagio and Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign—all with the promise of Insta-worthy photos on route. On-board music and cooling misters make for a super-fun and comfortable ride.

If you’re the kind of person who loves horror movies or wishes every day could be Halloween, then this Las Vegas attraction is for you. Skip the ticket lines and head straight to the fun with this prepaid admission ticket for Universal Horror Unleashed at AREA15. Once inside, take your time exploring four different haunted houses, inspired by classic horror films, including “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “The Exorcist”.

Paddle a kayak along a scenic stretch of the Colorado River to Emerald Cave on this small-group tour that launches from Willow Beach. Exploring the river with a guide means you have plenty of guidance along the way—great for less-experienced boaters. Go at a relaxed pace, soaking up the views of the towering canyon walls, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as bighorn sheep and bald eagles.

The desert outside Las Vegas is built for off-road driving, but you need the right vehicle and somewhere to do it legally. Drive a specially outfitted utility task vehicle (UTC) at Adrenaline Mountain, a private park on the edge of the city, after a run-through of the controls and safety gear. From there, you follow a guide along custom trails cut through the desert terrain, taking the wheel yourself the whole way.

Visit the Hoover Dam, Seven Magic Mountains, and several other scenic stops on this small-group half-day tour from Las Vegas. Stop for photos at the Welcome to Las Vegas Sign and Lake Mead Overlook, admire the open-air Seven Magic Mountains art installation, look for bighorn sheep at a local park, and spend time exploring Hoover Dam with views from the top and the bypass bridge, all in a few hours.

See many of the Southwest's most iconic landscapes—and make traveling beyond Las Vegas hassle-free—on this 2-day, small-group tour. This efficiently organized tour squeezes in three Grand Canyon overlooks, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Zion National Park—with time to stop for photos and learn about the sights. Make exploring easy with transit, hotel pickup, breakfast, and accommodation included.

Take a break from the busy Las Vegas Strip—and enjoy a true Western adventure—on a guided horseback ride through Red Rock Canyon. Have the chance to ride through a rugged landscape of desert valleys and ravines, all while a cowboy wrangler leads the way. Whether it’s your first time on a horse or you’re an experienced rider, this tour offers an accessible way to experience the Nevada desert.

Guarantee admission to Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino and avoid long waits in ticket lines when you pre-book your admission. See more than 2,000 aquatic and reptilian animals, including over 100 sharks in one of the largest shark tanks in the country. Walk through two underwater tunnels and enjoy the included Undersea Explorer VR Experience for an immersive ocean adventure.

Enjoy a nature experience beyond Las Vegas' neon lights—and saddle up for a scenic and leisurely Wild West horseback ride—on this small-group, morning tour. Head into the surrounding desert to a real working ranch and meet your wrangler guide. After an introduction, saddle up and ride through the rugged desert landscapes. Later, revitalize with a hearty cowboy-style breakfast featuring pancakes, a choice of bacon, sausage or ham, hash browns, eggs, toast, coffee and orange juice.

Check off two desert landmarks in one day—without the hassle of driving—on this full-day group tour from Las Vegas. Hike to Horseshoe Bend to admire its view of the famous bend in the Colorado River. Then, at Antelope Canyon, follow your Navajo guide through your chosen section of the scenic slot canyon (whether Lower Antelope Canyon, Upper Antelope Canyon, or Antelope Canyon X), and admire the extraordinary scenery up close.

Located on the outskirts of Las Vegas, the Valley of Fire State Park is a stunning natural wonder that’s best explored on foot. On this guided hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be thousands of years old, and enjoy the colorful desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Hikes of varying difficulty levels and durations are available to suit your needs.

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Nevada desert—and experience true cowboy hospitality, plus a break from the city—on a sunset horseback ride through Red Rock Canyon. With an expert wrangler leading the way, ride along a mountainous trail past rock formations. Enjoy a campfire barbecue complete with grilled meats, corn on the cob, and cowboy s’mores before returning to Las Vegas.