My husband and I did the full-day Black Canyon kayak tour with Desert Adventures and I seriously…read morecan't recommend it enough. I grew up in Vegas and have been on this river a ton by boat, and I've also hiked to both Gold Strike and Arizona Hot Springs. Those hikes are super rewarding but honestly brutal. This experience was completely different in the best way. Being able to get out of the river and be steps away from hot springs was amazing, and the views from the water are hands down the best. We met the team bright and early at 5:30am for launch, and everything was super smooth. They shuttled us, got us fitted for life jackets, handled waivers, and gave a quick safety rundown. Launch timing is strict because of the park service, but they made it feel easy and not stressful at all. Definitely be on time, though, because due to this strict timing, they will leave without you. The kayaks were such a game-changer. They were longer touring kayaks with foot-controlled rudders, dry storage, and actual back support. Super comfortable for me and somehow also worked great for my 6'2" husband (he had a larger boat). Since it was just the two of us, our guide Holmes customized the whole day to our pace. He took us to hidden spots I had never seen before, even as a local, and helped us avoid crowds. We did some hiking, rock scrambling, used ropes at Boy Scout Canyon, and explored hot springs that you can only get to from the river. It felt adventurous but still very safe, and he gave great tips the whole time. He also knew so much about the area. History of the Hoover Dam, plants, wildlife, etc. I learned a ton - even as someone who felt familiar with the area. This is exactly why I'm glad we didn't just rent kayaks. Having a guide made it feel like a next-level experience. We got to relax more while he handled the route and found the best spots. We got lucky with perfect early April weather. No wind, super glassy water, and we could see fish deep in the water. The 12 miles honestly felt way easier than expected, especially with how well Holmes guided us through the current so we could just float and chill a lot of the time. They also packed a great lunch, snacks, and plenty of water. You really just need a sun shirt, hat, sunglasses, swimsuit, water shoes, and sunscreen. They take care of the rest. Even though we leaned a little more adventurous, I could totally see this being doable for beginners, too. You don't need to be super athletic to enjoy it. Pickup and cleanup were easy and seamless. They handled everything while I grabbed a snack and relaxed, which honestly made it feel even more special. This was such a cool experience, and I would 100% do it again. Already recommending it to friends, and I would definitely consider doing the overnight version next time.

Desert Adventures is great! We did a self led excursion…read moredown the Colorado river but used this company to drop us off and pick us up! They provided a large trailer with ample shelves and space to put are gear onto. A safety speech was also given. This company has special authorization to enter the Hoover Dam property and take people down to launch from the entrance of the Hoover Dam. They instructed you to move quickly as there was a time limit for getting everyone/everything Into the water and away from the area. The next day, they were prompt with their pick up and helped us load our gear back onto the trailer. I would definitely use this company again and recommend them to others.

5 Stars An unforgettable day on Lake Mead!…read more My wife, 10-year-old son, and I went out earlier this week with Kevin from Lake Mead Fishing Guide, and the experience was absolutely perfect. Kevin is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the lake and the local striped bass, but also super friendly, patient, and great with kids. We caught a ton of fish--including my son's very first one! That moment alone made the trip worth it, but the entire experience was top-notch from start to finish. Kevin made sure we were comfortable, taught us a lot about the area and the fish, and made the whole outing feel effortless and fun. Highly recommended for families, beginners, or anyone looking for a great time on the water. We'll definitely be going back!

Wonderful morning well spent, thank you Cpt. Kevin!!! Very pleasant and fun experience. Very…read moreprofessional equipment and service provided for an excellent fishing excursion.

PROS: This is a good view of the rock formations. This marina holds many boats, nice staff, warm…read morewater, you can feed the fish, and loads of parking. This also has a store and restaurants CONS: It costs $25 to enter as of 7/2026 and the lady at the toll gate is bitter. You also can't swim or fish in the water OVERALL: As long as you don't mind paying the $25+ dollars I recommend coming here to eat, sail, or hike. It also shows you the damage of what the drought has caused

Took a late afternoon visit since the lake isn't that far from my home and I had the urge to float…read morearound in the cool water of lake mead. Then drove to the marina since I haven't visited in many years. I'm a Nevada resident since 1990 and enjoyed many aspects of the lake. Unfortunately the water level is declining and I pray for better days. The Marina was quiet on a Friday and took a walk on the bridge to the boat docks. There was a sign at the entrance of the cafe and the Friday special after 5pm was a "fish fry" for $5.95 hmmm? Interesting, so I gave it a try. Surprisingly delicious and even the little cup of coleslaw was really good. Prompt and friendly service in a cozy little cafe. Overall a good spontaneous visit to a familiar venue and I will be back more often.

Book this tour was super easy. Once we made our payment we were emailed instructions on where to…read moremeet. My husband and I went on this tour on a Sunday. We were told that the raft could hold about 32 people, but we were lucky because on tour we had a total of 17, which was nice. We were also given a bag with snacks and a bottle of water, which was great to snack on during the tour. We met our driver at the Hoover Dam lodge. There was a lot of parking available, which made it easy. Our driver was super friendly and very informative. He took us to the raft to meet our tour guide. Our tour guide wasn't welcoming to my husband and I, but as other guests loaded onto the raft, his attitude changed. As we started the tour we stayed at the same spot for 30 minutes. Our guide passed out pictures in sheet protectors and began sharing about the history of the Hoover dam. Throughout the tour, our guide was testing us about our history. We didn't know much of it, that's why we attended the tour to learn. The best part of the tour was us getting out of the raft and landing on a piece of land to touch the water and skip rocks and take more photos. It was nice to see a few mini waterfalls and even a hot spring! I did wished we went deeper into the dam, but I guess that would've been for the longer tour. Also, I wish we could've swam in the lake, but it was very chilly. It was a great experience, however, the initial encounter with our guide was uncomfortable. We learned a lot and the views were amazing.

This was such a fun excursion. We are locals and have people visiting us from out of town. We have…read morenot done this before, but were curious about the tour - we had previous only been the top of the dam. We had a beautiful 60° day. Kyle was a fantastic guide. Really nice guy and very knowledgeable about the area. Our driver Micheal was also fantastic and helped get us oriented to the dam as we took the drive from the meet up point to the boat. Would highly recommend this tour, especially if you need to get away from the craziness of the strip for an afternoon. We did the hour and a half tour, but I think we will come back for the three hour.

Lake Mead Visitors Center and Park Store is a hidden little secret. The rangers and volunteers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and provide free maps and activity advice. The discovery center tells a great story of the area and I loved the topographical map of the entire park. Most unexpected was the park store hidden in the back. Really cute items that reflect the Lake Mead area in addition to my personal favorite, the prickly pear salsa and honey. Highly recommend for locals and visitors.

My friend and I took a lake cruise on the desert princess this past Saturday (7/25/26)…read more What our cruise company did not tell us was there is a parking fee to get in. I learned that it is protected by the coast guards. I guess one way to think of this place is like a national forest. Entrance/parking fee to get in and it is well protected. I probably only saw one piece of trash through the entire lake cruise duration. They truly do their best to keep this place nice and clean. The lake was peaceful and beautiful. As another user already mentioned, even though the water line is decreased over the years, the lake remains a beautiful sight to see. This was my first time here and truly, getting a break from the dry desert was definitely a treat.

Terrible captain! Doesn't know much about fishing . doesn't care about conservation. would never…read morerecommend this charter

We had a very nice time with Captain Christopher, we caught a variety of fish and my son stayed…read moreentertained the whole time with the fish he was able to reel in from our captain. Perfect family day, we arrived at the lake around 5am and were out fishing a little after 6am. Didn't feel pressured for a time limit and enjoyed the swimming breaks off the boat. Wonderful family experience.

My family and I recently paid a deposit and made a reservation with Las Vegas Fishing Tours. After…read morereading reviews and investigating the background history of Las Vegas Fishing Tours we found out that they are not licensed or insured and that there was in fact an ongoing criminal investigation being performed by the Nevada Game Wardens. We tried to call them back to cancel and our calls were not answered or returned. Neither was our deposit! Our vacation was ruined. - Melinda, San Bernardino, California