Lake Mead Sunset Kayak with Dinner and Campfire Vegas
4.8(24 reviews)
•Provided by:Evolution Expeditions
⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews) | 💰 $189 | ⏱️ Duration: 3 hours | 👥 Up to 30 people
💡What's included in the Lake Mead sunset kayak tour?
The 3-hour Lake Mead sunset kayak tour from Las Vegas includes a guided paddle, catered dinner, snacks, water and juice, and a campfire, for $189 per person. You paddle out to the Boulder Islands at sunset, land to swim and eat by a bonfire, roast s'mores, then paddle back under the stars in illuminated kayaks. Best for couples, families, or groups at any fitness level; note a 4-guest minimum and no hotel pickup.
🎯 Why People Book This
The appeal here comes down to what the kayaking gets you: a paddle out to Boulder Island that turns into a catered dinner, a swim and a campfire, then a return trip with the kayaks lit up after dark. At USD 189 per person, you're paying for an evening built around one stop rather than a quick out-and-back paddle. It works for couples, families and small groups, and it asks no special fitness, since the route suits all levels. The choice is really whether a single relaxed stretch on the water is worth more to you than covering more ground.
🗺️ The Experience
This is a 3-hour guided sunset kayak tour on Lake Mead with Evolution Expeditions, paddling out to Boulder Island for a catered dinner and campfire, priced at USD 189 per person.
The destination is a small island on Lake Mead, reached only by paddling for it. You launch from the Hemenway Harbor paddle craft launch beach, where you meet your guide and get fitted with a life vest 20 minutes before the start, then cross the open water toward Boulder Island as the sun drops over the desert. The island is where the evening actually happens: you land, explore it, swim off it, and gather at a campfire for dinner and roasted s'mores while the light goes.
The base price covers the whole thing in one figure. The guided tour, the dinner, snacks, the bonfire, and water and juice are all included, so there are no on-site tiers to weigh once you've paid. What sits outside it is getting there: private transportation and hotel pickup are not part of this booking, and the National Park fee is only covered if you add transport, so a self-driver pays it at the gate.
The return is its own event. The kayaks are lit up and you paddle back across the water under the stars. You are buying an island you can only paddle to, and the trip out and back is the experience, not the commute.
🤔 Is It Worth It?
Our verdict: The real question isn't whether to paddle Lake Mead at sunset, it's whether you want the evening to keep going after you're off the water. This is for the traveler who treats the kayak as half the point, where the dinner and campfire on shore are what turns three hours into an actual night out rather than a quick outing. Go in wanting just the paddle and you'll feel the price; go in wanting the whole evening and it earns its place.
Worth it if:
- you want a paddle that ends with somewhere to sit, eat, and wind down, not a quick lap and a drive back to the Strip
- a sunset on the water matters more to you than logging the most hours, and 3 hours at the right time of day beats a longer trip at the wrong one
- you'd rather have the evening built around you than figure out dinner separately once you're back in town
Skip it if:
- you mainly want time on the water and don't care about the meal or the fire, the Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak covers the paddling at $88 and gives you 5-6 hours of it
- a calm float at dusk isn't your speed and you came to Vegas for adrenaline, the Nellis Dunes ATV ride is the opposite kind of evening for $95
Choose this over the Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak if:
- the sunset timing and the dinner-and-campfire ending are the reason you're booking, not the paddling distance, and you'd rather end the night sitting by a fire than back in your hotel by mid-afternoon
Tour at a Glance
| Duration | 3 hours |
|---|---|
| Price (from) | $189 per person |
| Departure | Meet at the start point |
| Ages | All ages (infants ride as lap children) |
| Group size | Up to 15 per booking |
| Physical level | Easy (all fitness levels) |
| Languages | English |
| Operator | Evolution Expeditions |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (21 reviews) |
DurationPrice (from)
3 hours$189 per person
DurationDeparture
3 hoursMeet at the start point
DurationAges
3 hoursAll ages (infants ride as lap children)
DurationGroup size
3 hoursUp to 15 per booking
DurationPhysical level
3 hoursEasy (all fitness levels)
DurationLanguages
3 hoursEnglish
DurationOperator
3 hoursEvolution Expeditions
DurationCancellation
3 hoursFree up to 24 hours before
DurationRating
3 hours4.8/5 (21 reviews)
✅ What's Included
- Guided Lake Mead kayak tour
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Bonfire
- Water and juice
❌ Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
🛡️ Practical Info
- Departure / Pickup: Meet at Hemenway Harbor paddle craft launch beach, 20 minutes before your start time. Look for a white Evolution Expeditions van, red and yellow kayaks. No hotel pickup; self-drive to the meeting point.
- Best Time to Visit: Arrive at the meeting point early to allow time for gear fitting. The tour runs at sunset, so evening timing is fixed by the operator.
- What to Bring: Swimwear, towel, water shoes, and a change of clothes for after the swim. Sun protection for the early portion of the paddle.
- Free Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
- Booking Tip: Groups book up to the 15-person maximum; reserve in advance if traveling with a larger party or during busy periods.
- Physical Level: Suitable for all fitness levels.
- Minimum Age / Ages: Children 4–11, youth 12–17, adults 18–61, seniors 62–99.
- Good to Know: A minimum of 4 guests is required for the tour to operate. The National Park fee is not included if you self-drive to the meeting point.
💡 Insider Tip
The National Park fee is only covered if you add the transport option, so if you self-drive to Hemenway Harbor you'll pay that entrance fee separately at the gate. Also note the tour needs a minimum of 4 guests to run, so couples or solo paddlers should book a date that already has others on it.
LasVegasTour Editorial Review
4.5
★★★★★LasVegasTour Rating
“What you're buying here isn't a paddle, it's a staged evening on Boulder Island where the kayaking just bookends dinner, a swim, and a campfire with s'mores. The illuminated return trip under the stars is the real payoff. Skip it if you want a workout, since this rewards couples and families who want scenery over exertion. Note the four-guest minimum: solo bookings won't run, and at USD 189 a head the catered meal and guide carry the price for the right group.”
By LasVegasTour Editorial TeamJun 16, 2026
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need kayaking experience for this tour?▾
No experience is specified as required. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You will be fitted with a life vest and a kayak by your guide before the tour starts.
What type of dinner is provided?▾
A catered dinner is included and served at the campfire on Boulder Island. Snacks, water, and juice are also included. The specific menu isn't listed in the tour details; confirm with the operator when booking.
Is hotel pickup included from Las Vegas?▾
No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and there is no pickup option. You meet at the Hemenway Harbor paddle craft launch beach 20 minutes before your tour start time. Look for a white van with Evolution Expeditions banners, plus red and yellow kayaks.
What happens if weather conditions are poor?▾
The tour details don't specify a weather policy. For refunds, you can cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Confirm the operator's weather procedures directly with Evolution Expeditions when booking.
Can children participate in this tour?▾
Yes. The tour accepts children ages 4 to 11, youth 12 to 17, adults 18 to 61, and seniors 62 to 99. Bookings range from 1 to 15 people, with a minimum of 4 guests required for the tour to run.
How cold does it get during the night paddle back?▾
This isn't specified in the tour details. The return paddle takes place after sunset with illuminated kayaks; confirm expected temperatures and what to bring with the operator when booking.
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