Kayak rentals in Boston, Massachusetts
12 kayak rentals around Boston, 5 with prices from the operators' own sites (from $20). Open a listing to see its menu, then request a time. No phone tag.
What kayak rentals are actually like
Glassy water, mangrove tunnels or a quiet lake, and the feeling of moving under your own power.
- Check in at the launch and get fitted with a life jacket and paddle.
- A short lesson covers the grip, the forward stroke, and turning.
- Paddle out. Guided tours follow a route with wildlife stops. Rentals give you a map and a return time.
- Come back to the launch. Rinse off, and you're done.
Bring: Clothes that can get wet, Water shoes or sandals with a strap, Sunscreen and a hat, Dry bag for your phone. Good for: First-timers, families with kids 8 and up, and anyone who wants nature at a slow pace.
Questions
How many kayak rentals are there in Boston?
Outset lists 12 kayak rentals around Boston, including places in Boston, Portsmouth, Hopkinton and Natick. 7 of them have photos.
How much do kayak rentals cost in Boston?
5 of the 12 operators publish prices on their own site. Starting prices run from $20 to $425. The full menu is on each listing.
How long do kayak rentals in Boston take?
Listed durations include 2 hours and 4 hours, as stated on the operators' own sites.
Which kayak rentals in Boston have the most reviews?
Ocean State Kayak at Lincoln Woods (4.8 stars, 423 reviews), Blessing of the Bay Boathouse (4.8 stars, 399 reviews) and Seven Rivers Paddling (4.8 stars, 77 reviews). Review counts are from public listings.
Do the listings show opening hours?
8 of the 12 show hours copied from the operator's website. The rest do not publish them on Outset yet.
Where does this information come from?
From each operator's own website and public listings, one source per fact. Operators can claim their page on Outset and correct anything.