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About this Experience

What you'll do:

Join OAC for a fan favorite river adventure on a guided 2-hour kayak tour down a scenic 3.2-mile stretch of the Verde River with high-end equipment, transport, and certified guides.

Explore a lush riparian canyon on this popular guided kayak tour of the Verde River. Paddlers of all skill levels float a 3.1-mile scenic stretch known for abundant wildlife and historical significance. Multiple daily launch times offer flexibility across seasons. The experience includes boat options for single, tandem, and high-capacity kayaks, and guests can cool off in the river while taking in the dramatic landscape and expert local interpretation from safety-certified guides. 3 hours from check in to check out

Why we love it for your party:

  • Great for group fun and celebrations

  • Photo package of your party adventures is include as a guide service and NO COST to you

  • Create memories of your life event

About this experience partner:

Enjoy the perfect blend of enjoyable floating and rapid running as you kayak through a beautiful section in the bottom of the Sycamore Canyon. Complete with a photo package of your adventure at no additional cost. Our guides make the experience!

Additional information:

  • Kayak, paddle and PFD included

  • Tandem kayaks available upon request

  • Lockers, changing rooms, water shoes and all sundries available at check in

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Location

Sedona, AZ

551 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

What do we need to bring

Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottles and water shoes. (If you don't have it, we do!) Guide Gratuity

Do we get wet

You walk in and out of the river so shoes are wet. You will get splashed paddling through the rapids, so everything is wet from the waist down You can always get more wet (swimming or water fights) if you choose

How long is the kayak tour

Plan on 3 hours from check in to check out 15 after the hour: check in on the half hour: shuttle departs 45 min after: safety talk and launch 2 hour guided kayak tour 15 after: return shuttle on the half hour: check out

What should we wear

Dress to get wet. Swimwear, shorts, dry fit clothing. Water shoes or outdoor sandals with a heel strap. (NO bare feet, flip flops, Crocs or slides)

What is an average tip when leaving gratuity

Our guides appreciate anything but a common guideline for small groups (4 or less) $20 per guide and for larger groups, $10 per person in your group.