Explore Toronto Island on your own terms with an unguided kayak rental.
If you've got some paddling experience, know how to swim and want to find your own adventure, you can rent a single or tandem kayak by the hour. Our single kayaks come in sit on top or enclosed models. We will do a brief screening and give you some tips if you need it before you head out. Keep in mind, the screening is not intended to be a lesson. If it's your first time paddling, we suggest an Intro to Kayak Lesson. This is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and remain physically distant from others. Minimum requirement for participation requires the ability to swim short distances and tread water even without a lifejacket on. When booking a tandem, the price you are paying on our booking platform will appear as half of the cost of what it is displayed as below becuase you are paying per person, 2 per boat.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: To keep guests spaced out, we have made our rental slots private. If booking a rental with a group of friends/fam its best to sign up on one booking to get the same time slot. You can choose to split payment and follow the prompts. After booking, please sign the digital waiver to maximize your time on the water. Sign once, good forever. See contact page for important information on getting here during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kayak rentals are a great way to explore Lake Ontario and its waterways surrounding the 14+ Toronto Islands. This option is available to individuals who already have some experience on the water. If we are unsatisfied with your skill level during the screening or do not pass the criteria listed above, we may turn you away without refund. The funds can be put toward a lesson. The calm, flat waters in the lagoons of the island offer adventure around every corner, great views of the city and wildlife abound that will make you feel like you are out of the city.
We use Seaflo and Clearwater Design plastic kayaks which have comfy seats, tie downs and some with a compartment for your valuables. These kayaks have a weight limit of 250 lb. taller paddlers over 6'2" may have trouble with leg room in the enclosed singles but we do have sit-on-tops for that reason. Tandem kayaks are now available and must be booked in pairs (even numbers). If you have a group with odd numbers, have the last person book a single kayak.PFDs must be worn at all times and safety kits are included. You have the option to rent a dry bag for $1 extra with clear plastic so you can still utilise and take photos with your phone. We also have larger Brooks Bags for larger items. Click on Addon at checkout to add this option. We also have a large lock box for larger bags that you'd like to leave behind. Keep in mind that we are not responsible for your personal belongings. Please plan accordingly. As with all TISUP experiences on the water, you must have the ability to tread water and swim short distances to partake.
Take a lunch and make it a picnic on the water or explore in the area and check out the beautiful skyline and abundant wildlife.
Take a lunch and make it a picnic on the water or explore in the area and check out the beautiful skyline and abundant wildlife.
SUP/Kayak 5 Pass Rental
Are you a frequent paddler? Try our 5 pass rental for 20% off! For $120+hst ($150 value), you can get the first hour waived on 5 rentals. This rental pass is non-refundable and its value ($120) expires two years after purchase. The code may be used five times by a single individual (it may not be shared) within our system to redeem a one hour rental with a value of $30 off each use. If you wish to rent for more than one hour in a single visit, every following hour is $10 and is paid on top of the booking. This pass can be used for both SUPs and kayaks.
For purchase, select 5 Pass Rental. Choose today's date and follow the prompts. We will get back to you within 24 hours with a unique code which you can use at checkout when booking your experience. If you don't hear from us after purchase right away, feel free to book your first rental and we can apply the code after the fact.
For purchase, select 5 Pass Rental. Choose today's date and follow the prompts. We will get back to you within 24 hours with a unique code which you can use at checkout when booking your experience. If you don't hear from us after purchase right away, feel free to book your first rental and we can apply the code after the fact.
