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Saguaro Lake Paddle Tour

Guided

Duration: 3 hours

Features

Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Wildlife
Free Cancellation
On the Water
Instant Book
$120 In a Single Kayak
$240 In a Double Kayak
(For 2 people)
$120 On a Stand Up Paddle Board

Description

Discover the Scenic Saguaro Lake in a Guided Paddle Tour

Experience the waters of Arizona’s Saguaro Lake on a kayaking tour, where you’ll paddle amidst iconic saguaro cacti and breathtaking desert scenery. Our guided tours offer an unforgettable adventure, complete with expert commentary on local flora, fauna, and geological features.
Only a 40 minute drive from Phoenix, Saguaro Lake provides a unique opportunity for you to get in touch with the natural scenery of the American Southwest.
  1. This 3.5 mile paddle includes a beach launch, shorelines decorated with iconic saguaro cacti, and an isolated section of towering canyon walls.
  2. Our guides will help you with your paddling technique as well as provide you with unique facts about local landscape, flora, fauna, and history.
  3. This adventure is fit for paddlers of all levels and ages.

Saguaro Lake Equipment Options

  1. Single Kayak
  2. Double Kayak 

Duration

3 hours
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled launch.

Location

Saguaro Lake
Launch site at Butcher Jones Recreation Site

Ages & Requirements

  1. Minimum age: 6 years old
  2. Participants should be able to swim.
  3. Prior paddle experience is recommended. Experience is REQUIRED for Stand-Up paddlers.
  4. All participants must wear a PFD during the tour. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  5. Children under 12 years old are required to be in a double kayak with an adult guardian.
  6. Contact us if you have children under 8 years old, special physical needs, or exceed 250 lbs or 113 kgs.
  7. Paddlers should be in good health. If you have any concerns or feel you may need assistance, please let our staff know during your booking. 

What's Included

  1. Kayak or Paddleboard
  2. Kayak Seat
  3. Paddles
  4. Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
  5. Dry bag for Valuables
  6. Bottled Water
  7. Light Snacks
  8. Tonto Forest Parking Pass
  9. Experienced & Certified Guides
  10. Vault Toilets – available at the launch site but NO RUNNING WATER.

Not Included

  1. Transportation – available for a minimum of 2 guests and can accommodate up to 12 guests total for an additional fee starting at $250.00.
  2. Gratuity—Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10-25% to your guides

What to Bring/Wear

  1. Lightweight & quick-drying clothes (Rash guard, sun-protective shirt, board shorts or active)
  2. Windbreaker jackets for cooler, windier days – avoid cotton and sweatshirts
  3. Water shoes or all-terrain sandals
  4. Sun hat & sunglasses
  5. Water-resistant sunscreen
  6. Extra Drinking Water & Snacks
  7. Towel & Extra dry clothes (can be left in the car)
  8. Other essential items (waterproof camera, phone, cash, medicine or first aid kit, etc.)

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Riverbound Sports Paddle Co.

FAQs

Are reservations required?

Reservations are required for all tours. We also accept last-minute bookings, but with limited availability, we recommend that you give us a call.

How many people can be in a group tour?

We offer a ratio of 1 tour guide to 6 people and can have a max of 12 guests in a single tour. If you have a larger group, we offer private tours that can accommodate larger groups. As well as provide special accommodations to fit the needs of your private party.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that circumstances arise, and we try to be as accommodating as possible. Please read the following to review our cancellation and rescheduling policies.

For guided and beach delivery reservations, a 48-hour notice is required in order to receive a full refund. You are able to reschedule your reservation up to 24 hours in advance, but that is subject to our availability. For reservations over $500, a 6% cancellation fee will be administered. Please send us an email or call us in order to cancel or reschedule your reservation.

For in-store pickup rental equipment reservations, a 24-hour notice is required in order to receive a full refund. We can reschedule your reservation up to the time of your booking, but if you fail to contact us on the day of your booking, it will be considered a no-show. In this case, we will no longer issue a refund or reschedule your booking. Please send us an email or call us in order to cancel your reservation.

Customers will receive a full refund in the event of operator cancellation due to unsafe weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. The company is not responsible for full parking lots, low river flow, or road closures.

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