Glass Kayaks at Willow Beach – Rental Day Trip

Great for some really amazing photographs!

Experience the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River from the unique perspective of a transparent glass kayak! Launch from Willow Beach and explore at your own pace on a self-guided adventure perfect for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Duration

Day Trip (2 Hours or 4 hours on the water) :D

About

Whether you're looking for a leisurely paddle or an unforgettable journey to Emerald Cave, our premium glass kayaks provide a one-of-a-kind experience with incredible views both above and below the water's surface.

Choose the rental option that best fits your adventure:

2-Hour Rental
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the beautiful waters surrounding Willow Beach. This option is perfect for exploring the river, spotting wildlife, taking photos, swimming, or simply enjoying the stunning scenery at your own pace. Ideal for beginners or anyone looking for a fun and easy outing.

4-Hour Rental
With four hours on the water, you'll have plenty of time to paddle upstream toward the famous Emerald Cave while enjoying the breathtaking canyon views along the way. Explore hidden coves, take breaks along the shoreline, and experience one of the most scenic stretches of the Colorado River before returning to Willow Beach.

What's Included:

• Premium transparent glass kayak
• Paddle
• Life jacket (PFD)
• Basic paddling and safety orientation before launch

Please Note: This is a self-guided rental. Guests are responsible for navigating the river safely and returning their kayak by the end of their rental period.

FAQ

WILL I TURN THE BOAT OVER?
We can't guarantee you won't flip over, we do take some precautions to help minimize capsize. We specialize in using Ocean Kayak brand sit-on-top kayaks in the rental fleet. These boats have been designed to be used on the ocean so they can handle most water conditions on the river. If you don't overload them they are very stable. We have over 10 O.K. models in rentals and we try to size you to a boat. If you choose a touring kayak or canoe you must be aware that these boats handle differently. Your center of gravity may be higher, or the boat may be narrower thus affecting stability. Also the sit-on-tops are easier to self rescue from so we suggest calling us for more information on the right boat for you.

WHEN IS A GOOD TIME OF YEAR TO GO?
Anytime you can get on the water is a good time to go. There are certain times of the year though when it good to come to the Colorado River.

Fall and early spring are great, October to November the temperatures are mild and motorized traffic starts to disappear.

In the spring mid March to mid May, the temperatures range in the 70's for March, to 90-100 degrees in May. Since it is starting to warm up river traffic starts to pick up and there are no guarantees for a quiet time on the river.

As summer approaches more motorized boats appear and the river can be quite busy. We strongly recommend early morning launches in the summer. We will put you on as early as you would like with a 6:00am time being ideal. Of course if you are on vacation it is not mandatory to go this early but, around 10:30am is when motorized traffic starts to pick-up and the wind starts to blow.

Winter is a quiet time of the year so if solitude is what you are seeking December to early March is ideal. There are few motorized boats at this time of year. Temperatures are mild, and migratory Waterfowl can be observed. With a little bit of planning you can paddle and enjoy the experience .

ARE THERE ANY RAPIDS OR WHITE WATER ON THE RIVER?
No! The lower river has been drastically altered over the last 70 years creating several reservoirs for water storage and power generation. The flowing sections of the river have a current of about 3mph. Although it may seem to move faster it doesn't. It is the volume of water that makes it seem as if you are going faster. On the Davis Dam to Rotary Park trip even if you don't paddle at all you can still make it to the end in about 4 hours.

WHAT ARE THE AGE RESTRICTIONS?
We do not have age restrictions. It is dependant on what the parents feel comfortable with. If you do take a child you must have a proper LIFEJACKET for the child. We do have children's lifejackets and suggest you call in advance to make proper arrangements. There are some trips we don't recommend for smaller children. We also suggest checking with others in your group to see if children will fit the dynamics of the group.

CAN I TAKE MY DOG WITH ME?
We do not recommend taking pets on a trip with you. We have over the years seen people take pets with them (even a pet goat). However, you must realize this is the desert and it can be a very harsh environment. A pet may not fit the dynamics of a group either so we suggest not bringing them.

WHERE CAN I GO TO ESCAPE MOTORIZED BOAT TRAFFIC?
Since the lower river is considered a navigable waterway motorized traffic is allowed anywhere you might want to go. However there are a few places on Lake Mead and Mohave that are a little more isolated and therefore harder to get to so traffic is less than in the more populated areas. Give us a call and we can help direct you to these areas.

IF I DON'T HAVE THE MINIMUM FOR A CERTAIN TRIP CAN I STILL GO?
Yes! You can still go. Although your cost will be higher. Figure what the trip would cost with the minimum participants and that is what it will cost if you cannot meet the minimum trip participants.