PHOENIX
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The 7 top-booked canoes & kayaks tours travellers do from Phoenix. Who runs them, how long they take, and what they cost on the day.
Paddle the Salt River Foxtail trip from Saguaro Lake Ranch for wildlife, wild horses, and a self-guided float with brief swift spots.
“Did this solo and made some friends. It is unguided this time of year. Staff was friendly at check in and guy who instructed us on safety as well. Lady tipped over and was soaked head to toe about 5 minutes in. Some of us had to stand up and get our legs wet to…”
Self-guided kayaking on Saguaro Lake with a mandatory safety and paddling orientation, included gear, and free parking.
“We were switched to the foxtail river trip and we were a bit skeptical due to loving the lake trip last year. But, the river was just as great of an experience! It was a beautiful day and we were able to see several wild horses which was amazing. The staff is great and helpful.”
Self-guided kayaking on the Lower Salt River to Foxtail from Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch. Stable kayaks, shuttle, desert wildlife.
“Instruction was brief yet thorough, equipment provided was in great form and the flexibility of staff was appreciated. I was one of the last to come to the meet-up spot and was told it was no problem. Staff encourage patrons to enjoy the day and experience. So grateful!”
Guided kayaking or paddleboarding on Saguaro Lake near Phoenix, with safety coaching, snacks, and desert canyon scenery in a small group.
“A breath taking tour through amazing and wonderful. Brilliant scenery making for life long memories and pictures to make friends and family jealous they weren't there. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. A definite must for your trip to Phoenix.”
Kayak Saguaro Lake with local guides on easy sit-on-top boats. Wildlife spotting, canyon views, and a comfy 3-hour outing.
Kayak Saguaro Lake for 3 hours with a mandatory safety orientation, stable single kayaks or paddleboards, and canyon-and-cliffside scenery.
“What an incredible experience. Welcoming staff, really helpful instructors. Divine scenery - I felt like I was in a film or another world!!”
Rent a 1-person inflatable kayak in Tempe and paddle Arizona’s lakes or Lower Salt River on your own, with gear included and staff help.
“Well received by the manager at the store. She recommended a great beach to set sai to the Salt River. She also showed me the whole process as how to inflate the kayak, operate the the paddle and mount the seat properly. As a beginner, I had full confidence to go solo and had a…”
