Hoover Dam Top-to-Bottom Tour—Dam Walk, Powerplant & River Float
Description
Experience the Hoover Dam in every way: walk the dam and bypass bridge for unmatched views, tour deep inside the powerplant’s historic tunnels, and float 90 minutes on the Colorado River at the dam’s base for a rare water-level perspective. This all-in-one adventure includes a luxury Tour Trekker ride, expert narration, access to the massive generators and art-deco architecture, plus exclusive photo opportunities of the Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, Winged Figures of the Republic, and Lake Mead. With hotel pickup and all logistics handled, this tour delivers more Hoover Dam angles and stories than any single experience—making it the ultimate Las Vegas day trip.
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Itinerary
Drive through the historic Boulder City as you make your way to the Hoover Dam. Your guide will explain the area and history of this charming city.
Lake Mead, the country’s largest reservoir, can be seen as you arrive at the historical Hoover Dam. Your guide will explain the surrounding area and Lake Mead itself.
Check in at the Hoover Dam Lodge before joining your river guide for the rafting portion of the tour. Opportunity for a quick restroom break and view historic displays on the Hoover Dam at this stop.
It’s on to the most unique element of the tour—a 90-minute float on the Colorado River for an up-close look at the dam. See the Hoover Dam itself and the bypass bridge as you travel down the river. See concrete slabs, steps and rails used to build the Dam. A snack is provided while on the raft.
Head to the Arizona side of the Hoover Dam after your raft portion of the tour. See the Dam from above and stop off at the small gift shop. After stopping off on the Arizona side, make your way down to the Nevada side for the next portion of the tour. Your guide will walk you along the Dam and narrate the area, history and some facts. Spend some free time at the Visitor Center afterwards before returning to Las Vegas.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please contact us to determine your exact pickup time as pickup times vary by location
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age 3 years
- *Should access to the Hoover Dam Generator Room be restricted by the Bureau of Reclamation, the tour will include stops at the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge and the Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum.
- Guests must be able to get in and out of the boat without assistance.
- Guests who are expecting must skip the boat tour, which will limit the tour experience.
- We are unable to accommodate guests in wheelchairs, walkers or scooters on this tour.