Reviews for Guided Kayak Tour on the Verde River - Sedona

Went to Sedona to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday and wanted to try out something new, The kayak tour on verde river was definitely a great experience and WORTH IT!!. It was both our first time on a kayak, our guides were awesome and they even got some action shots down the rapids. 10/10 will definitely have to do this again🤟🏽

What an amazing kayaking trip! Craig and Brandy are so welcoming and kind. The views were beautiful and Craig always made us feel safe. Please support this wonderful couple-you will not be disappointed. We will definitely be back for

We had the best time on our kayak tour with OAC! Walt and Chris were excellent guides who made sure we had fun and also helped us stay safe on the water. We will definitely come back to do this again!

Had an incredible guided kayak tour of the Verde River in Cottonwood, AZ with Craig and Walt from Outdoor Adventure Centers (OAC Tours). Their patience with those of us who had little to no kayaking experience was exceptional—they made sure everyone felt comfortable, safe, and included every step of the way. Both Craig and Walt were incredibly personable, friendly, and down-to-earth. Their communication was clear and consistent, and they were always open to questions—whether it was about the river, the local area, or kayaking techniques. Their knowledge of the river and surrounding environment made the experience feel more like an adventure than just a tour. What really stood out was how wholesome and inclusive they made the trip for everyone involved. You can tell they genuinely care about people having a great time, no matter their skill level. Couldn’t have asked for a better crew to float down the Verde with. Highly recommend them and this experience.

Just two friends out for a girls weekend! We did the Road to Rivers tour and we had the best time! Cat started us off with the ATV tour and she gave us all the information we needed to have a perfect off road experience. She even gave us advice on a tasty, but quick lunch before our kayak tour. What can I say about the kayak tour other than it was fabulous! Exciting, yet relaxing our tour guides, Nick and Blaine, were great instructors and Nick provided some really insightful details about the history of the area along the way. We really appreciated the photos they took for us along the way! These are some photos I took from the ATV part of our trip.

Walt and Tyler were great guides on our kayak tour. The weather was unusually cold, so they offered their wetsuits for us to use complimentary. Walt is a wealth of knowledge and has a great eye for noticing nature along the way. There were some fun rapids along the river that we weren’t expecting so it definitely added to the fun of the trip. Walt and Tyler also take photos along the way to make the trip memorable. Thank you for a great day out!

Fantastic guided kayak tour of the Verde River! The office staff / customer service was excellent. They did a great job taking care of everyone's needs. Our guide was absolutely fantastic! He explained what to expect before each river section and took lots of pictures of our group so we could focus on having fun. I can't wait to join them for another tour! I'll be back soon! This would be perfect for beginners or experienced people. The views are very pretty.

We did a two hour kayak tour and it was so much fun! Maverick did a great job of keeping me on track even when my kayak only wanted to go through rapids backwards. Highly recommend taking a kayak tour with them!

We had a fantastic time on the kayak tour! Very smooth but about 6-7 rapids so made it fun and interesting. Good for all ages. Highly recommend and Blaine was such an insightful and kind!

I had an incredible time on the kayak tour with OAC Tours in Cottonwood, AZ. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and made everyone feel safe and welcome—whether you were a first-timer or a seasoned paddler. The Verde River was stunning, with just the right mix of calm stretches and mild rapids to keep things exciting. The equipment was top-notch, and the team even took photos during the trip, which was a great bonus. It was the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to enjoy Arizona’s natural beauty from the water!