Adventure Excursions

Evolution of Boating and Water Sports   Your friends at Lake Mead in Las Vegas are no strangers to all kinds of guests with a range of different experiences and preferences when it comes to water sports. While we are proud to offer state-of-the-art jetski and speed boat rentals to our cherished guests, we thought it would be fun to dive into the history of recreational boating and explore how this sport has evolved to the super-fast, gravity-defying jetski and motor boat endeavors we know and love today. You might be surprised by some of the things you learn here; even if you aren’t interested in speed-powered watercrafts personally, it is a fascinating testament to human creativity. Unfortunately, there are very few – in fact, virtually none – “official” historical documents chronicling the development of the activities we now call “water sports,” but it is believed that swimming and snorkeling are some of the oldest athletic water activities, with ancient Romans using hol...

5 Water Skiing and Jet Tubing Safety Tips               At Lake Mead in sunny Las Vegas , we love all kinds of water sports. Outdoor boating and watercraft sports are some of the most exciting ways to get exercise, spend time with friends, hone your own skills, and in general have a fun-filled and memorable afternoon. Jet skiing is a popular outdoor water sport because the vehicles are extremely fast but known to be quite safe and easy to operate, even if you aren’t certified with a boater’s license. Jet skis give you the feel of weightlessness, speed, and flight, especially when you take on a big wave or the wake behind a motorboat and get some serious air time. Why not take jet skiing to the next level and try your hand at water skiing? At Lake Mead we encourage all of our valued customers to keep pushing at the boundaries of their comfort zones. Most experienced jet skis love the feeling of standing up on the wat...

  What to Do If Your Jet Ski Flips- Jet Ski Safety   At beautiful Lake Mead in Las Vegas , we’re committed to offering a safe, exciting, and unforgettable experience for all of our clients. That’s why we make sure to equip our jet skis with safety features such as emergency breaks, a tether that anchors the person driving the jet ski to the body of the vehicle, life jackets with whistles you can signal with, and more. We also make it against the rules to misbehave, act irresponsible, or allow minors to operate the vehicle. We connect potential clients to local watercraft education classes in the Las Vegas area if they would feel more comfortable learning about safety from professionals. With all that being said, it’s still possible for accidents to happen. We don’t want to scare you – most jet skis are quite easy to operate, and you shouldn’t run into any surprises while cruising out on Lake Mead. Unfortunately, most incidents involving people capsizing, or flipping ove...

Tips for Buying a Used Jet Ski   As much as we love hosting our friends’ days on the water at Lake Mead , we understand that rental is not the best option for everybody. While renting a jet ski or speedboat can be a great idea for some families, clubs, or even just individuals, many people prefer to own their own personal watercraft. There are lots of benefits to owning your own jet ski: you can personalize it however you want, you’ll get to know the way it feels and operates like the back of your hand, and you don’t have to worry about returning it at the end of the day (unless you are boating on a body of water that runs on a set schedule). The list goes on, but of course, you can also make an argument for why renting is a much more convenient and beneficial way to jet ski. The fact of the matter is that many people are choosing to own a jet ski of their very own. If you’re making the decision to buy a used jet ski, make sure you’re doing it right! Here are some tips that wi...

Jet Ski Tips for Beginners   Using a jet ski or any small, speedy watercraft is a highly popular and thrilling outdoor activity. One of the best things about jet skiing is that you really only need to know the basics to understand how to safely operate the craft. We at Lake Mead encourage you to follow these tips and tricks to help you get a better understanding of jet skiing, and be sure to give us a call today if you have any questions about our hours!   Be prepared. Check all of the requirements from your rental location to make sure it’s legal for you to ride and/or operate the jet ski. You’ll also want to make sure that everyone is wearing a life jacket, you have all of your required documentation and paperwork, and that you have enough fuel for the day.   Always prioritize safety. Ensure that all passengers are wearing lifejackets, and make sure they fit properly. A life jacket should be secure enough around that they cannot be lifted by the shoulder...

  The Origins of Popular Water Sports   When we think of summer, we think of the lake and ocean as well as sports and sunshine. If we’re lucky, we can get the chance to combine all of these ideas by participating in a fun watersport on a sunny day. When we’re on the water jet skiing, wakeboarding, or water skiing, we’re focused on the fun we’re having and not on the fact that what we’re doing has a history. For those of us who like to learn the ins and outs of our favorite things, the history of these sports can be exciting to learn about and make our favorite water sports even better. So, to help you come to terms with just how amazing water sports are, here is a brief history of some of the most popular water sports that can be done on Lake Mead. Water skiing Water skiing originates in Minnesota, USA and was created by two teenagers- Ben and Ralph Samuleson. The boys had the idea that if humans could ski on snow, they should be able to ski on water as well. A month a...

The Origins of Popular Water Sports   When we think of summer, we think of the lake and ocean as well as sports and sunshine. If we’re lucky, we can get the chance to combine all of these ideas by participating in a fun watersport on a sunny day. When we’re on the water jet skiing, wakeboarding , or water skiing, we’re focused on the fun we’re having and not on the fact that what we’re doing has a history. For those of us who like to learn the ins and outs of our favorite things, the history of these sports can be exciting to learn about and make our favorite water sports even better. So, to help you come to terms with just how amazing water sports are, here is a brief history of some of the most popular water sports that can be done on Lake Mead .   Water skiing Water skiing originates in Minnesota, USA and was created by two teenagers- Ben and Ralph Samuleson. The boys had the idea that if humans could ski on snow, they should be able to ski on water as well. A month...