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.
“Took kids and grandkids on kyake trip and it was their favorite part of visit. River Kayak was beautiful day and lots of fun will definitely do again with future visitors.”
Self-guided kayaking on Saguaro Lake with a mandatory safety and paddling orientation, included gear, and free parking.
“Super easy to book, check in, and enjoy the experience. We are beginners and this is definitely for us. Staff is super friendly and informative. I would go back!”
Self-guided kayaking on the Lower Salt River to Foxtail from Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch. Stable kayaks, shuttle, desert wildlife.
“Took my 12 year old granddaughter on the 7:30 trip. Great location at the base of the dam after driving through picturesque Saguaro Ranch Lodge. The check in was very easy. A quick instruction session on on your way. The trip is more of a float trip, with some paddling. This was my granddaughter's first…”
Guided kayaking or paddleboarding on Saguaro Lake near Phoenix, with safety coaching, snacks, and desert canyon scenery in a small group.
“Luis was our guide and he was great ! He made sure we were all happy and comfortable in our kayak . The views were amazing and the trip was perfect!”
Kayak Saguaro Lake with local guides on easy sit-on-top boats. Wildlife spotting, canyon views, and a comfy 3-hour outing.
“Teri and Paul were awesome! Very helpful geting equipment setup and with kayaking techniques. Very freindly with lots of of info during the trip.”
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…”
