Kayak Adventure on the Verde River
On this family-friendly kayaking tour down the Verde River, you can immerse yourself in Arizona’s magnificent surroundings while also experiencing a new way to explore.
Tour overview
Kayak Tour on the Verde River, On this family-friendly kayaking tour down the Verde River, you can immerse yourself in Arizona’s magnificent surroundings while also experiencing a new way to explore. Choose from different departure times, get your safety gear, and board a shuttle to the river with only a small group for companionship. This beginner-friendly tour includes a leisurely paddle along a 3.1-mile (5-kilometer) length of this river as well as the opportunity to tackle modest micro rapids.
From the water’s edge, take in the gorgeous beauty along the Verde River.
This small-group tour ensures hands-on instruction and training.
Safety equipment, inflatable or hard kayaks, and shuttle transportation are all included.
Get out in nature and have a good time exploring.
Tour itinerary
ONE OF THE TOP 20 EXPERIENCES IN THE UNITED STATES! On our most popular trip, you’ll have an exciting and safe time exploring the gorgeous Verde River! Enjoy the sights and local history on a 2 hour guided kayak tour down a magnificent stretch of the Verde River. Tandem or single inflatable high-water kayaks for safety, pleasure, and comfort, as well as high-capacity boats for larger or taller players, are offered. Check-in 45-60 minutes before your tour time.
A minimum of four people is necessary for the trip to begin. Tours that do not fulfill minimums are subject to free rescheduling. Water shoes must be worn. There will be no flip-flops or backless shoes allowed. Children under the age of 12 must ride in tandem with an adult. To participate in a guided tour, children must be 5 years old and weigh 50 pounds. Bring it, buy it, or rent it: we have it if you don’t! What to Bring: • Weather-appropriate clothing and water shoes. Footwear is required at all times. * A towel * Any necessary medications ***Water bottles or a refill station, as well as water shoes, are available for purchase or rental at the boathouse. • Sunglasses and sunscreen • Lip balm and hats • Splash bag and dry bag • Variety of snacks
Includes:
- Professional safety-certified guides.
- Shuttle driver and transportation to and from the river.
- Kayak, paddles, and PFD (life vest).
- A smiling wonderful time and memories to share!
Excludes:
- Gratuity for the guide is not included but is usually appreciated.
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Tour highlights
- You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity to get a complete refund.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, you will not be reimbursed.
- Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be allowed.
- The cut-off times are determined by the experience's local time.
- This experience is weather dependent. If it is canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.
- This experience needs a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not fulfilled, you will be offered a new date/experience or a full refund.
Important details
Point of convergence:
- Cottonwood, AZ 86326, USA 551 N Main St 551 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326, USA
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REGISTER WITH OAC TOURS 45-60 MINUTES BEFORE LAUNCH TIME-(10 am tour = 9:15 am check-in. 2 p.m. tour = 115 p.m. check-in)Cottonwood, Arizona 86326 is located at 551 N Main Street. This is a tour for a group. Latecomers will be required to reschedule. (Go towards Old Town Cottonwood and look for Vortex ATV in the parking lot.)
Before you go, be aware of the following:
- When you book, you will receive confirmation.
- Wheelchair access is not available.
- Close to public transit.
- It is not suggested for tourists who have back difficulties.
- Pregnant women should avoid traveling.
- There are no heart issues or any major medical disorders.
- The majority of passengers are able to participate.
- There will be a maximum of 16 people on this tour/activity.