PHOENIX · DAY TRIPS
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The 5 top-booked Saguaro Lake tours and Dolly Steamboat trips from Phoenix. Wild horse spotting, paddleboards, kayak hires and the cliffside canyon. What each trip covers and what it costs.
Self-guided kayaking on Saguaro Lake with a mandatory safety and paddling orientation, included gear, and free parking.
“The experience was very organized, the budget was perfect, and the guides were helpful in giving us insight of the lake.”
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.
“Excellent experience! My group of 4 ranked this as our top Arizona excursion out of the 5 we did. The views were surreal. The instructions were clear, they made us super comfortable, and it’s always a joy when you can tell that someone loves their job. Highly recommend!”
Kayak Saguaro Lake for 3 hours with a mandatory safety orientation, stable single kayaks or paddleboards, and canyon-and-cliffside scenery.
“A gorgeous green oasis in the desert. This trip was perfect. Scenery was beautiful, river was a bit challenging in spots which made it even more fun, water is so clean and clear, lucky enough to see wild horses at the river’s edge, and spending time with friends in this very scenic and refreshing area…”
Guided 2-hour Saguaro Lake hike from Butcher Jones Trail. Moderate 4.5 miles, small group, wildlife views, water and snacks included.
“Danny is a fantastic guide. He’s very knowledgeable, friendly and knows all historic stories of the area. I highly recommend this tour which all my teens enjoyed!”
