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Boulder Islands Tour—Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Lake Mead

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Explore the Boulder Islands on Lake Mead by your choice of kayak, SUP, or hydrobike, paddling a scenic 2.5-mile loop with two stops for swimming and a short hike to panoramic lake views. The small-group tour combines expert guiding, snacks, drinks, and provided gear with plenty of time to relax, swim, and enjoy the area’s pastel volcanic cliffs and secluded beaches. Flexible morning or sunset departures, easy logistics, and roundtrip transfers (when available) make this an exceptionally fun and beginner-friendly adventure to one of Lake Mead’s most beautiful island groups.

What's Included

  • Snacks Wide range of tasty snacks to include five types of granola and protein bars, a large selection of chips and fruit
  • Bottled water Premium bottled spring water
  • All necessary equipment
  • Gratuities
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Boulder Beach
Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

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What To Expect

Embark on a 2.5-mile paddle tour around the picturesque Boulder Islands in Lake Mead. Enjoy fruit, snacks, and ice-cold bottled water as you paddle to a smaller island, where you can explore and capture stunning photos of Fortification Hill and the Paint Pots—where hot magma has created vibrant pastel colors in the igneous rock formations. Choose between a kayak, hydrobike or stand up paddleboard.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age 14
  • Is you are doing the kayak touer, please advise your kayak preference in the Special Requirements field at the time of booking (single or tandem)

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Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?

A: The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg. Read more Nov 2021

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (10)

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Las Vegas customers.

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Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.

Nov 2021
Q: Do I need kayaking experience or will you teach me?
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No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.

The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.

Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.

Sep 2022
Q: Is kayaking a safe activity?
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Your safety is Cool Las Vegas‘s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.

Jan 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Boulder Islands Tour—Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Lake Mead?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks. Wide range of tasty snacks to include five types of granola and protein bars, a large selection of chips and fruit.
  • Bottled water. Premium bottled spring water.
  • All necessary equipment.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from select locations on Las Vegas Strip.
  • 2.5-Mile Guided Tour of the Boulder Islands.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 17. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Boulder Islands Tour—Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Lake Mead is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boulder Islands Tour—Kayak, Paddleboard, or Hydrobike Lake Mead will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Las Vegas. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • SnacksWide range of tasty snacks to include five types of granola and protein bars, a large selection of chips and fruit
  • Bottled waterPremium bottled spring water
  • All necessary equipment
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from select locations on Las Vegas Strip
  • 2.5-Mile Guided Tour of the Boulder Islands
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age 14
  • Is you are doing the kayak touer, please advise your kayak preference in the Special Requirements field at the time of booking (single or tandem)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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