5 Best Lake Mead Tours From Las Vegas – Hoover Dam Guide

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5 Best Lake Mead Tours From Las Vegas

The ones worth your time.

A working shortlist of 5 lake mead tours. What each one includes, who runs it from Las Vegas, what you actually see at the dam, and what it costs.

5 Best Lake Mead Tours From Las Vegas

Small Group Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Boulder City Tour

Small Group Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Boulder City Tour - The bridge stop: Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman views from 900 feet up

1.Small Group Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Boulder City Tour

Most Popular★ 5.0

Small-group Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Boulder City tour with hotel pickup, snacks, and sweeping bridge and reservoir views in about 3 hours.

“Darren was our driver. He was punctual in his arrival at our hotel for pick-up. He also reached out the day before and day of the trip to keep us informed of his arrival. Darren was very knowledgeable about the Hoover Dam, Boulder City and Lake Mead. We stopped at a local park to try…”

126 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $130.00by Las Vegas D-Tours

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Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views

Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views - Getting Set: Where the Tour Starts and Why Timing Matters

2.Hoover Dam Discovery Kayak Tour with Lake Mead Views

★ 5.0

Kayak into slot canyons and towering 800-foot cliffs near Hoover Dam, guided by Faith, with lunch and Lake Mead views for $189.

“Faith was a great tour guide. She was prepared for us with Kayaks ready to go, gave us a crash course on using foot pedals for steering and rudder control, which we had never used before. Faith pointed out much of the local wildlife and was especially knowledgeable about native plants growing in the area.…”

24 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $189.00by Evolution Expeditions

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Hoover Dam Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Mead

Hoover Dam Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Mead - Morning vs Afternoon: Picking the Right Slot

3.Hoover Dam Sightseeing Cruise on Lake Mead

★ 4.5

Enjoy a 90-minute Lake Mead cruise to Hoover Dam with calm views from the water, onboard restroom, and optional food and drinks.

“Great. Very nice people. Helpful... especially Brenda. The boat ride was nice. Too much music.. I enjoyed it but wanted to go around the whole lake.”

18 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $51.94by Lake Mead Cruises

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Private Guided Hoover Dam/Lake Mead Half Day Tour On A Trike

Private Guided Hoover Dam/Lake Mead Half Day Tour On A Trike - The Trike Day Route Starts With the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Self-Guided Audio Tour

Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Self-Guided Audio Tour - Price and value: $11.99 per group can beat the usual Vegas math

5.Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Self-Guided Audio Tour

★ 5.0

Self-guided Hoover Dam and Lake Mead audio drive with offline GPS maps, iconic viewpoints, and tunnel hikes, for $11.99 per group.

“It was great. We downloaded everything while on wifi before we left. Went to the indicated starting point and the tour started. Would definitely use again. Great for anyone who likes to tour at your own pace! You still get all the history & stories but go at your own pace.”

3 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $11.99by Shaka Guide Apps

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