Las Vegas

1.5-Hour Guided Raft Tour at the Base of the Hoover Dam

Badge of ExcellenceLas Vegas, USA
2 hour Guided River Tour
  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy one-of-a-kind views of the Hoover Dam and the surrounding Black Canyon scenery—and bring the kids along—on this family-friendly river rafting tour. Make your own way to the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas, meet your guide, and grab your life jackets. Then, hop aboard the raft and set sail: you’ll admire the Hoover Dam from below, will learn about its history, can spot local wildlife like bighorn sheep, and much more.
  • See a new perspective on the Hoover Dam that most visitors miss
  • This tour offers a time-saving way to explore the region’s highlights
  • Learn all about the Hoover Dam’s construction and history from your guide
  • Escape the city and admire the Black Canyon and Colorado River

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Gratuity
  • Private transportation
  • There is NO Transportation Available for this tour

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Hoover Dam Lodge and Casino
    18000 US-93, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

    Check in at WEST Parking Lot of Hotel- only multi story building on US 93 no later than 10:30 AM Tour Departs at 11:00 am Sharp

Start time

11:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:Is hotel pickup included in the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:Pickup is not offered for this tour. All guests must meet at the West parking lot of the Hoover Dam Lodge and Casino. Full address will be provided on your ticket.

Aug 2021

Q:How far from Las Vegas is the meeting location for the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:The Hoover Dam Lodge and Casino is about 30 miles from the strip/downtown Las Vegas. Drive time is about 45 minutes.

Aug 2021

Q:Is free parking available at the departure point for the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:Yes, there is plenty of free parking at the Lodge.

Aug 2021

Q:Are there any age limits to participate in the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:There are no age limits. This rafting tour can accommodate everyone from infants to seniors.

Aug 2021

Q:Do I need prior experience before joining the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:No. The rafts are motorized and fully guided so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.

Aug 2021

Q:Will I get seasick during the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:This is a gentle, smooth water trip. Unless you are prone to get seasick, you should not have a problem.

Aug 2021

Q:Are life jackets provided/required during the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:Yes, as per Coast Guard regulations. Only children 12 and younger are required, but there are plenty for everyone.

Aug 2021

Q:Is there designated seating in the raft during the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:No, the rafts have bench-style seating and seats are not assigned.

Aug 2021

Q:What are the included snacks and can I bring my own with me?

A:Bottled water, apples, and cookies are provided as complimentary snacks. You may bring additional food/drink, however, no glass, styrofoam, or alcohol is allowed.

Aug 2021

Q:What should I wear for the 1.5 Hour Guided Raft Tour at Base of Hoover Dam?

A:It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing, comfortable closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

Aug 2021

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Rose_C
It was a beautiful experience and will do it again. Our guide Sarah was very passionate about all the history of the Hoover dam. Very informative and super nice. Courteous with us taking all the pics we wanted and even offered to take pics. A must do !!!

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Great experience
Michael_J, May 2024
Great experience! The guides were knowledgeable and added to the experience, they really made the day.
Dam is fantastic
Sharon_F, May 2024
5 stars and a big shout out to Marty the shuttle driver. Thanks for being so kind, friendly and really genuinely welcoming. The rest of the tour, 5 stars for the grandeur of the dam and the privilege of seeing it from the base quite spectacular. Tour guide 1 star. Was annoying and never shut up for us to enjoy the grandeur of the Colorado River. Stupid crass jokes and constant verbal diarrhea. If you go take your earplugs!
Worth taking this experience
Rose_C, Apr 2024
It was a beautiful experience and will do it again. Our guide Sarah was very passionate about all the history of the Hoover dam. Very informative and super nice. Courteous with us taking all the pics we wanted and even offered to take pics. A must do !!!
So worth it
Maria_R, Mar 2024
Loved this tour! From getting to see the dam from a secure location and our snack bag. This tour was so worth it. The driver and tour guides were so knowledgeable and fun! We had a great time.
Different take on the same dam
Akshal_A, Oct 2023
The serenity of the river and a unique way to look at the dam makes it worth visiting! However the tour has a slightly slow pace, so be aware that younger folks, or those without someone accompanying them may feel less engaged
Hover dam raft tour
Ofir_M, Sep 2023
Very nice tour. The guide is knowledgeable and know the area very good. The Hover Damm is a peace of art and a must see site. Thank you for great service
Beautiful and Informative
Cheryl_D, Aug 2023
Our boat captain did a great job explaining about the building of the dam and the bridge and pointed out many interesting things along the way. Snacks and water were provided and the boat stopped at an area to take a quick dip in the cold water.
EXCELLENT!!
Casey_H, Aug 2023
Very knowledgeable and a view you cannot see anywhere else. Highly recommend for those who want to get a full history of the Hoover dam, and the Colorado river. And you can’t beat the snacks, water, and cool refreshing towel.
Great tour, Great Guide, Great price!
Tiuna_T, Jul 2023
We purchased the 1.5hr tour which I thought was a great price. We were responsible for our own transportation so we rented a car for a day and the ride was less than 40 minutes to the pickup location. From our bus ride to the dam which was a 10 minute drive our tour guide(s) were great. There was so much great information. Once on the raft our tour guide Bob was nothing short of amazing. We even had the opportunity to take a quick dip in the dam during our tour. 10/10 would recommend.
Learning on a rivet
Daniel_F, Jul 2023
Professional, knowledgeable and relax Guides made this a fun and memorable experience. From arrival through the final docking- one lesson after another and even a cool dip in the Colorado.
The awesome power of God!
Marcus_R, Jun 2023
It was awesome experience from the time our Uber driver picked us up and carried us over to our pick up for the tour. The scenery just continued bring amazement.
Top notch
elise_b, May 2023
I was on the fence a bout taking this tour but in so glad we did. Sara was great and the weather was exceptional. Great way to see the hoover dam
Fun Water Trip
Charles_M, Apr 2023
Captain Dave also known as Captain Crash was a great tour guide. Super fun time and would highly recommend this trip.
Matt was really lovely! I...
Juli_H, Apr 2023
Matt was really lovely! I really felt like we had access to something special and private since we were the only people on the river. This was the perfect way to see Hoover Dam and be a part of nature.
Hoover Dam
Michele_B, Mar 2023
One of the best experiences in Nevada. Matt was great and knowledgeable. We also was able to get off the raft for a few pictures.
Great 1.5 hour...
kenneth_h, Mar 2023
Great 1.5 hour cruise--this is a fantastic way to see the dam from below----and Missy was an awesome guide!!! Thanks Missy!!!
Hoover Dam Portrait Tour
Sterling_W, Jun 2022
The friendliness of the staff, the beautiful water and history of the dam. I would recommend this tour to anyone!!
Not as exciting as we expected. Way to much superfluous narration.
Richard_C, Apr 2022
Viewing Hoover Dam from the water gives you a great perspective of its size. Information about the construction helped with understanding the immensity of the project.
Best way to see Hoover Dam!
Kim_S, Mar 2022
Wonderful experience! Fabulous guides. Would rate this 10/10! Would highly recommend. Perfect for families
Gigantesque
MarieEmmanuelle_G, May 2023
Impressionnant ! Une technologie incroyable ce barrage mais dommage qu’il n’y soit qu’en anglais, je ne suis pas bilingue donc pas tout compris. Le radeau et la balade ont été sympathiques

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