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Float Below Hoover Dam in Black Canyon
Hoover Dam Raft Tour with Transport & Swim in Black Canyon is a guided Colorado River experience that gives guests a rare water-level view of Hoover Dam, the bypass bridge, and the dramatic walls of Black Canyon.
This tour includes round-trip transportation from Las Vegas, live narration on board the raft, scenic photo opportunities, and a stop where guests can enjoy a snack and cool off in the clear water of the Colorado River.
Along the way, guests can see historic construction features connected to the dam, including concrete slabs, steps, rails, the Old Catwalk, the Gauging Station, and removed rock hillsides. The route goes far enough downriver to feel the canyon’s quiet desert setting while keeping the experience easy to fit into a Las Vegas day.
This is a good choice for families with children ages 5 and older, first-time Hoover Dam visitors, photographers, couples, small groups, and anyone who wants a scenic river experience without planning separate transportation from the Strip.
Quick Facts about the Hoover Dam Raft Tour
- Adult Price: $119.00, including taxes and fees.
- Youth Price: $99.00 for ages 5 to 15, including taxes and fees.
- Minimum Age: Guests must be at least 5 years old.
- Total Duration: Approximately 240 minutes, including travel time.
- On-Water Time: The Colorado River rafting portion is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Tour Area: Hoover Dam, Colorado River, Black Canyon, and the Black Canyon National Water Trail area.
- Transportation: Round-trip transportation from Las Vegas is included.
- Pickup Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Pickup Location: LINQ Promenade, underneath the High Roller Observation Wheel, 3545 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- On-Water Vehicle: Guided raft.
- Meals and Drinks: A light snack and bottled water are provided.
- Life Jackets: Visitors 12 and younger are required to wear life jackets, which are provided on the tour.
- Accessibility: Booking details list the tour as wheelchair accessible and stroller accessible. Service animals are allowed.
- Group Size: Maximum of 30 travelers.
- Good to Know: Confirmation is received at the time of booking, and most travelers can participate.
- Parking and Rideshare: Allow time to reach the LINQ Promenade pickup area. See the Las Vegas parking fees guide and Las Vegas rideshare guide.
What’s Included with the Hoover Dam Raft Tour
- Round-Trip Las Vegas Transportation: Meet at the LINQ Promenade pickup point and ride to the Hoover Dam and Colorado River area.
- Guided Raft Tour: Travel by raft through part of Black Canyon with live narration from the onboard guide.
- Hoover Dam Views: See Hoover Dam from below, plus views of the bypass bridge and surrounding canyon landscape.
- Historic Dam Features: Look for construction-era features such as concrete slabs, steps, rails, the Old Catwalk, the Gauging Station, and removed rock hillsides.
- Beach Stop: Stop along the river for a snack break and time to swim or play in the cool Colorado River water when conditions allow.
- Snack and Water: A light snack and bottled water are provided.
- Life Jackets: Life jackets are provided, and children 12 and younger are required to wear them.
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Hoover Dam Raft Tour Itinerary
Make your way to the LINQ Promenade underneath the High Roller Observation Wheel for the 11:00 a.m. tour pickup.
Travel from Las Vegas toward the Hoover Dam and Black Canyon area. Travel time is included in the total tour duration.
Board the raft and enjoy one-of-a-kind views of Hoover Dam, the Colorado River, and the surrounding Black Canyon scenery. The river portion is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Pass below Hoover Dam for dramatic water-level views of the dam, bypass bridge, canyon walls, and historic construction features.
Stop at a beach area for a snack break and a chance to swim or play in the Colorado River when conditions allow.
After the river portion, return by included transportation to the Las Vegas pickup area.
What to Expect on the Colorado River
Expect a scenic, narrated raft ride through part of Black Canyon with close views of Hoover Dam, desert rock walls, river scenery, and historic features tied to the dam’s construction.
Seeing Hoover Dam from the Colorado River gives guests a different perspective than the standard overlook or bridge view.
The route highlights steep canyon walls, desert colors, clear river water, and the quiet setting below the dam.
A guide shares information about Hoover Dam, the canyon, the river, and the historic construction features visible from the raft.
The beach stop gives guests time for a light snack and a chance to cool off in the Colorado River when conditions allow.
Guests may have time to take photos of the canyon landscape, river views, and local flora and fauna. Wildlife sightings are possible but never guaranteed.
Tips Before You Go
- Arrive early: The pickup point is at the LINQ Promenade underneath the High Roller Observation Wheel. Allow time for traffic, parking, rideshare, and walking through the area.
- Dress for water: Wear clothing that can handle splash, sun, and warm desert conditions.
- Bring swim items: A swimsuit, towel, dry bag, and change of clothes may be helpful if you plan to swim or play in the river.
- Use sun protection: Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for the river and canyon setting.
- Wear secure footwear: Choose shoes or sandals that stay on your feet and can handle river or beach conditions.
- Bring your confirmation: Have your booking confirmation ready for check-in.
- Confirm accessibility needs: The booking details list wheelchair and stroller accessibility, but guests with specific mobility needs should confirm current details before the tour date.
- Follow life jacket rules: Children 12 and younger must wear the provided life jackets during the tour.
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Hoover Dam Raft Tour FAQ
Q: Is this Hoover Dam raft tour good for families?
A: Yes. The tour allows children ages 5 and older, and life jackets are provided. Visitors 12 and younger are required to wear life jackets during the tour.
Q: Is this a rafting tour or a kayak tour?
A: This is a guided raft tour. Guests ride by raft with onboard narration rather than paddling a self-guided kayak route.
Q: Will guests see Hoover Dam from the water?
A: Yes. The tour is designed to give guests water-level views of Hoover Dam, the bypass bridge, and the surrounding Black Canyon scenery.
Q: Is there time to swim on the Hoover Dam raft tour?
A: The itinerary includes a beach stop with time to swim or play in the cool Colorado River water when conditions allow.
Q: Are snacks included?
A: Yes. A light snack and bottled water are provided. Guests who need a larger meal should plan to eat before or after the tour.
Q: Where does the tour pick up in Las Vegas?
A: Pickup is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at the LINQ Promenade underneath the High Roller Observation Wheel. Check your confirmation before departure in case pickup instructions are updated.
Q: What should guests bring?
A: Bring sun protection, secure footwear, a towel or swim items if you plan to get in the water, and your booking confirmation.
Q: Is the Hoover Dam raft tour accessible?
A: The booking details list the tour as wheelchair accessible and stroller accessible, with service animals allowed. Guests with specific accessibility needs should confirm current requirements before booking.
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