The 15 Best Kayak Rentals

1.Kayak Rental on the Guadalquivir

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 648 reviews · 2 hours · from $20Our pick

Meet at Canoeing Club Triana, learn the basic safety rules, then paddle your own route on Seville’s calm Guadalquivir River. You’ll pass the Torre del Oro, Triana, and several bridges, with time for photos, turtles, and quiet river views. Kayaks may be doubles, so plan accordingly.

“Really enjoyed this self-guided kayaking activity. It was an easy kayak up and down the river - no strong currents at all. The price is very reasonable for 2 hours”

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2.Montpezat: Canoe and kayak rental in the Verdon Gorges

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 361 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $20

Rent a single or double kayak, or a three or four-person canoe, from Aquattitude in Montpezat. Paddle through Baudinard Canyon and the lower Verdon Gorges at your own pace, with calm water, 150-meter cliffs, caves, beaches, parking, changing rooms, and basic safety gear included.

“Excellent value for money with picturesque views of the Verdon Gorge. Highly recommend”

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3.Emerald Cave Kayak Rental with Optional Vegas Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $79Top rated

Paddle a kayak or SUP along the calm Colorado River from Willow Beach toward Emerald Cave and Black Canyon. You get equipment, water, safety instructions, and directions, but not a guided tour unless arranged separately. Add a shuttle from Mandalay Bay for easier transport.

“We went on our own. Paddled past the emerald cave for about mile and a half. Turned around and asked others where the cave was lol. We passed long ago. That’s a good reason to have a guide. Started back and checked out emerald cave and emerald cove. Jumped in the water for a nice cold swim. This was a total pleasure paddling on flat water. Checked out some water birds looking for fish and some other larger birds. We got some very nice photos and videos.”

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4.Double-Seat Kayak Rental at Sete Cidades Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 223 reviews · 1 hour

Rent a double-seat kayak on Sete Cidades’ Blue Lake for one hour, with canoe, vest, flippers, and insurance included. Paddle toward the Green Lake, enjoy São Miguel’s volcanic scenery, and get help from the friendly English and Portuguese-speaking team, including Luis and Alessandro.

“Very friendly owner and great way to see all of the lake! Definitely recommend.”

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5.Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Rent a stand-up paddleboard or single kayak from Blue Planet Adventure Co. beside Haleiwa’s Rainbow Bridge. You’ll receive basic instruction on request, launch from a private dock, and paddle the Anahulu River or Haleiwa Bay at your own pace. Turtles, fish, and birds are common sights.

“Amazing spot, great people. Saw lot of turtles and very beautiful scenery. The shop owners are very easy going and accommodating”

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6.Algarve: 2-Hour Benagil Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 206 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Meet the André Matos Boat Trips team at Benagil Beach for a two-hour guided double-kayak rental. You’ll paddle to Benagil Cave, coastal caves, and Marinha Beach with multilingual guides such as José, Ibra, Leo, and David, plus gear, photos, and safety help.

“Really great kayaking trip! Our guide Ibra was friendly and enthusiastic. He showed some beautiful spots to enter caves, took group shots, and overall made sure everyone had a good time. Highly recommended!”

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7.Self Guided Family Friendly Kayak Rental Experience Old Florida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Near Yulee, outside Jacksonville, you’ll receive kayak gear and a short orientation before paddling a shaded black-water creek on a self-guided, roundtrip route. Look for cypress trees, birds, and aquatic plants. Madison, Aaron, Matthew, and Eric are among the friendly staff praised for helping first-time paddlers feel comfortable.

“First time ever kayaking and had a blast. Madison and Aaron were fantastic guides and made it a fun experience. Would definitely do it again!”

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8.Bellagio Lake Como: Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 1 - 3 hours

Rent a kayak from the beach beside San Giovanni pier and set your own route on Lake Como. Paddle toward Villa Melzi and Loppia, or south to Villa La Placida, Villa Ada, Villa Orlando, and Ponte del Diavolo Beach. English and Italian staff provide a life jacket and dry bag.

“10/10 experience and the host was very nice and kind”

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9.From Vitrac: Dordogne River Canoe Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 162 reviews · 3 hours · from $34

Paddle your own canoe or kayak from Vitrac to Beynac on a calm, scenic stretch of the Dordogne. You will pass La Roque-Gageac, Castelnaud, Beynac, and several castles, with time to stop for a picnic, swim, or riverside snack. No guide accompanies you, but staff explain the route before departure.

“From the start the staff were welcoming and friendly. They explained the route and what to expect. The trip itself was wonderful a relaxing ride down the river, a fantastic way to view the wildlife and magnificent views of the towns. We would definitely take a lunch with us next time and stop on one of the banks to enjoy the river”

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10.Crystal River: Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 148 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $40

Rent a single or tandem kayak from Paddles Outdoor Rentals in Crystal River for 2 to 8 hours. After a short safety video and equipment briefing, follow the map toward King’s Bay and Three Sisters Springs while looking for manatees, turtles, rays, fish, birds, and dolphins.

“Loved this. We saw lots of manatees, as well as rays and turtles. We did 2 hours. If you wanted to spend more time around three sisters spring just chilling you could do an extra hour! But 2 hours was enough for us to see everything we wanted to!”

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11.Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 134 reviews · 2 hours · from $20

Rent a stand-up paddle board at Canoeing Club Triana and spend two hours on Seville’s Guadalquivir River. Staff explain basic safety, then you choose your route past the Torre del Oro and beneath Seville’s bridges. No SUP lesson is included, so swimming ability and some confidence on the water are essential.

“The activity is very nice, the instructor is helpful and you get a nice scenery of beautiful monuments”

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12.Vila Franca do Campo: Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 116 reviews · 2 - 6 hours

Meet OceanEye Azores at Vila Franca do Campo Marina, choose a single, double, or family kayak, and paddle independently along the coast for 2, 4, or 6 hours. You receive a paddle, PFD, insurance, and host support, but islet entry requires a separate approved package.

“The kayaking around the islet was a great experience! I was contacted by the provider and the booking website to change the date, due to the weather conditons, and it all went very smoothly. Highly recommended.”

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13.Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Take a single or double sea kayak from Can Pastilla for two hours on Palma Bay. Paddle toward Sa Galera, a small Phoenician-era archaeological site, then stop to swim or snorkel. You can also aim for Portixol or Palma Cathedral. This is self-guided, so you set the pace.

“Der Kajakverleih ist wirklich top! Die Mitarbeiterin war super freundlich und alles hat absolut reibungslos funktioniert. Die Kajaks sind in sehr gutem Zustand und machen einen hochwertigen Eindruck. Die Umgebung selbst bietet eher weniger Abwechslung – man paddelt hauptsächlich auf dem offenen Meer. Für meinen Geschmack wären Buchten, Klippen oder andere besondere Spots noch schöner gewesen, um mehr Highlights beim Ausflug zu haben. Alles in allem: Ein toller Verleih mit top Service und Qualität – einzig die Location könnte etwas attraktiver sein, wenn man spannende Ziele ansteuern möchte.”

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14.Playa Palma: Stand-up Paddleboard Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 108 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

Meet at BonaOna Surf School & Bar for a private one-hour stand-up paddleboard rental at Ca'n Pastilla beach. You get SUP equipment, a locker, and a drink, then explore the bay at your own pace. Swimming ability is required, and no hotel transfer is provided.

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15.Kayak Rental: Explore Mangroves and Self-Navigated River Eco Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $29

Rent a kayak in Fort Lauderdale and paddle the South Fork Middle River without a guide. You get a kayak, paddle, life jacket, parking, and complimentary photos and videos. Choose your own route past mangroves, fish, iguanas, yachts, and waterfront homes during this roughly one-hour outing.

“Very quick set up, we were in the water on kayaks in less than 5 minutes from arrival time. Friendly staff, good equipment, highly recommend.”

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