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Rent gear, join a guided kayak tour, or set out on your own with the land as your guide.

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How walk-up bookings work:

  1. Fill in the form with your details.

  2. Booking staff will start working on your request right away.

  3. You’ll receive a confirmation email shortly.

  4. We’ll let both you and Jonathan know your total amount, apply your payment, and send you a waiver link with your confirmation.

  5. You’ll be out on the water in no time!

  6. Below, you’ll find a full list of rental options, including durations and rates.

  7. Below that, you’ll see direct booking links for credit card payments, featuring a live calendar of availability. Booking staff use this same calendar, so your walk-up booking will be based on up-to-date inventory.

If you have any questions while you wait, Jonathan is here and happy to help!

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Walk-up Checkout

Onsite Booking for Cash/E-Transfer Guests Please complete this quick form to reserve your rental. Our team will confirm your booking and payment as soon as possible.

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Plastic Kayak

Durable and stable, our plastic kayaks are great for casual paddlers and first-timers. Available in both single and tandem options.

  • 2 Hour - $39.00
    4 Hour - $59.00
    8 Hour - $89.00
    24 Hour - $115.00

  • 2 Hour - $49.00
    4 Hour - $69.00
    8 Hour - $105.00
    24 Hour - $129.00

  • Paddle, PFD, safety kit

  • Beginners, short trips, rocky landings

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Fiberglass Kayak

Sleek and lightweight, fiberglass kayaks glide smoothly and are ideal for more experienced paddlers looking for a longer journey.

  • 2 Hour - $55.00
    4 Hour - $79.00
    8 Hour - $109.00
    24 Hour - $139.00

  • 2 Hour - $65.00
    4 Hour - $89.00
    8 Hour - $129.00
    24 Hour - $155.00

  • Paddle, PFD, safety kit

  • Longer distances, experienced paddlers

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SUP

Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) are a fun and active way to explore the water — great for balance, core strength, and sunny-day paddling.

  • 90 Minutes

  • 90 Minutes - $45.00

  • Paddle, PFD, leash

  • Calm conditions, fitness paddlers, sun seekers

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Canoe

Spacious and classic, our canoes are perfect for a slower-paced paddle with room to pack a picnic or bring the kids.

  • 2 Hour | 4 Hour | 8 Hour | 24 Hour

  • 2 Hour - $55.00
    4 Hour - $79.00
    8 Hour - $109.00
    24 Hour - $139.00

  • Paddles, PFDs, safety kit

  • Families, groups, relaxed exploring

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Paddle Equipment Rentals

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    Single Kayak - Plastic

    Rugged. Stable. Trusty.

    Perfect for beginners or casual paddlers. These durable plastic kayaks can handle bumps, beach landings, and surprise logs with ease. Comfort over speed, but they’ll still get you there.

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  • Multiple colorful kayaks lined up on a sandy beach with ocean and islands in the background under a cloudy sky.

    Single Kayak – Fiberglass

    Sleek. Fast. Lightweight.

    Ideal for experienced paddlers who want to glide. Fiberglass kayaks cut through water like poetry, but they demand care — not made for dragging or rocky shores.

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  • Two women kayaking on a lake surrounded by trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.

    Tandem Kayak – Plastic

    Double the paddles. Double the laughs.

    Our sturdiest tandems, made for families, friends, and couples who want stability and room to stretch. Yes, communication is key. No, yelling doesn’t help.

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  • Two women in a yellow tandem kayak on a calm lake with a forested mountainside in the background.

    Tandem Kayak – Fiberglass

    For the dynamic duos.

    These high-performance doubles are built for longer hauls and smoother rides — best for seasoned pairs who paddle in rhythm and know how to navigate tight turns.

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    Canoe

    Classic. Quiet. Capable.

    A timeless way to explore calm waters. Great for two or three paddlers and a dry bag of snacks. They ride high, so they’re better suited to flat conditions than choppy seas.

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  • A green and black Kahuna stand-up paddleboard resting on a piece of driftwood on a sandy beach near a body of water, with a rocky shoreline and a statue in the background under an overcast sky.

    Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP)

    Balance meets bliss.

    Glide along the coastline, stretch under the sun, or test your core strength. Our SUPs are beginner-friendly and surprisingly stable, even if your first few minutes are… humbling.

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Where to find us:

Grand Opening: June 10th, 2025

Tip: Cell service is limited. Screenshot directions before you arrive!

Porpoise Bay Provincial Park:
6451 Sechelt Inlet Rd, Sechelt, BC V7Z 0C7
Directions to Park

We’re located within Porpoise Bay Provincial Park.

Follow signs to the day-use beach area. You’ll find us just past the playground, to the left of the picnic space.

We operate independently from BC Parks, but with full respect and care for the land.

Open until the end of the season.

Hours
Daily
9am–5pm

Phone
604-628-8555

Parking: Available in the main lot. Arrive early during peak season (Jul–Aug) Spots go fast!

Know Before You Paddle

Use the live Porpoise Bay tide chart to plan your paddle with care — knowing when the tides are at their highest and lowest can make all the difference on the water.

Check the local weather conditions in real time to prepare for your journey with the land, sea, and sky.

SECHELT WEATHER

Official Forecast Resources

Stay informed with the latest tide and weather conditions before launching, below:

Paddle safe. Paddle smart. The land and sea will meet you halfway.