Kayak Tour on the Verde River
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Classified as one of two Wild and Scenic Rivers in Arizona! The Verde River offers a truly spectacular way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! This is your chance to take a break from the mundane and treat yourself to an amazing journey on the beautiful Verde River! Our guided paddling trips are nothing short of breathtaking, offering up stunning views, unique wildlife encounters, and priceless memories. Paddling down the Verde River is an unforgettable experience that will be sure to take your breath away. The lush green riverbanks provide a perfect backdrop as you float past towering cliffs full of Native ruins. You might even encounter some local wildlife along the way - from fluffy river otters to majestic bald eagles gliding across the sky. Multiple tours daily and private tour options ensure we can accommodate all group sizes, large or small.
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional safety-certified guides
- Shuttle driver and transport to and from the river
- A smiling good time and memories to share!
- Kayak, paddles, and PFD (Life vest)
What's not
- Guide Gratuity not included but always appreciated
Itinerary
RECENTLY VOTED ONE OF THE TOP 20 EXPERIENCES IN THE USA! Enjoy an adventurous and safe experience on Class I and II rapids while you explore the scenic Verde River on our most popular tour! Soak up the beautiful scenery and local history on a Guided Kayak Tour for about 2 hours on a 3 mile stretch of the Verde. Tandem or single inflatable high water kayaks available for safety, fun and comfort (high-capacity boats for larger/taller participants. Need to know: Notify us of special needs/medications Check in 45 minutes prior to tour time 4 persons minimum required for tour to launch. Tours not meeting minimums subject to no cost rescheduling. Water shoes required. No flip flops or backless shoes permitted. Children 12 and under must be in a tandem with an adult. Children must be 5 years old or 50 lbs to go on a guided tour. Bring it - Buy it - Rent it: If you don't have it, we do! What To Bring: • Clothing appropriate for the weather and the water • Water shoes. Footwear must be worn at all times. * Towel * Medications if needed ***Various sundries available for purchase or rental at boathouse • Water bottles/refill station, water shoes • Sunglasses and Sunscreen • Snacks/Apparel
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
5.0
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Ratings come from 691 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5New Mexico Roses
It was such a fun time and great for anyone 5years old and up, they do a wonderful job of capturing photos.
5Family Kayak Tour
Great experience! Family fun on the Verde river. Ken and Adam were great guides! We had a blast as a family!
5Great trip with Mav and Lawrence!
Great time on the Verde River with our guides Mav and Lawrence! Perfect day floating the river with a few class 1 and 2 rapids mixed in to keep it interesting! Really well organized, from the time we checked in (water shoes and dry bags available to rent, changing rooms, water refill station and restroom available) to the smooth transport/launch on the river and back. Our guides were super engaging, sharing a lot of interesting facts about the history of the area, stationing themselves along the river to help us navigate the rapids and taking tons of great photos of the group along the way. The paddling was not too difficult or strenuous, would recommend this to anyone with a reasonable level of fitness/balance.
5Life time Experience
Had a great time! Kyle , Tyler and Adam were awesome! They explained everything very well, they were very knowledgeable about everything when asked questions . Over all a great day and new experience. Keep up the great job!!
5The verde river is...
The verde river is absolutely beautiful. Our guides, Lawrence and maverick were knowledgeable, friendly and slightly funny(great dad jokes) Highly recommend!
5Absolutely loved it
This was an absolute blast! We will definitely do it again. Ken and Lawrence were excellent guides! They were knowledgeable and very caring for everyone in the group. It lasted about 3 hours. An awesome experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- CHECK IN AT OAC TOURS 45 MINUTES PRIOR TO LAUNCH TIME (10am tour = 915am check in. 2pm tour =115pm check in)551 N Main Street, Cottonwood AZ 86326. This is a group tour. Shuttle departs on the half hour. Late arrivals will need to reschedule. (Headed towards Old Town Cottonwood-ATVs parked roadside)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 16 travellers
- Operated by
- OACTours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Sedona
- Its from-price is 42% below the median of the 346 experiences we list in Sedona.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 346.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Sedona
Sedona is an Arizona town surrounded by red sandstone buttes and canyons, a landscape of rock formations, hiking trails and creekside cottonwoods.
Sedona lies at the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon in northern Arizona, at about 1,300 metres, surrounded by red sandstone buttes and spires with names such as Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte. The rock gets its colour from iron oxide, and it glows orange and crimson at sunset. Many believe certain spots hold spiritual energy, called vortexes, and the town has a New Age following.
Top-ranked sights in Sedona: Chapel of the Holy Cross, Oak Creek Canyon, Cathedral Rock.
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