Ten Fantastic Kayak Rentals

Are you looking for an adventure? Are you drawn to exploring the coastlines and waterways of the world? Why not consider a kayak trip or guided tour at one of the following great places to kayak or canoe?

The west coast of Scotland:

The rugged and dramatic Scottish coastline with its rolling shoreline of sea lochs, sandy bays, rocky outcrops and islands is perfect for sea kayaking. Kayaking is by far the best way to see this ancient land, where paths are few, narrow, and roundabout, and passes can sometimes be difficult.

Norwegian fjords:

Another wrinkled coastline, the fjords of Norway, cut grandly into the mountainous landscape. Kayak through beautiful fjords between towering peaks and explore the inlets and winding routes that lead inland from the North Sea.

Greek islands:

The Greek islands are many sunny idylls drenched in sunshine and steeped in mythology and ancient historical remnants. Bathe in the warm, clear waters and paddle from bay to bay as you slow to the languid pace of Greek life on the paradise islands.

Croatian Islands:

Just like Greece, Croatia has many beautiful islands dotted around its coastline. Many of these Adriatic gems are perfect for exploring by kayak. Kayaks are perfect for exploring the beautiful bays and picturesque harbors of these islands off the Dalmatian coast, and every day you will be rewarded with a wonderful new sight.

The Selinda Spillway, Botswana

This waterway is a hotspot for wildlife, and as you kayak its length, winding through the massive Nature Reserve, you may see elephants, buffalo, antelope, and other animals and birds.

The Amazon, Ecuador:

Perhaps the most famous river in the world is a water highway through the endangered rainforest. Go and take a look at this stunning, biodiverse region before it’s too late and much of it is gone forever.

Islands of Thailand:

There are many Thai islands, and there is probably one for every taste. Whether you’re looking for a party centerpiece or complete seclusion in a perfect paradise, Thailand can deliver. Paddling from bay to bay, you could be forgiven for thinking this is as good as it sounds.

Bowron Lakes, Canada:

The Bowron Lakes are located in a spectacularly mountainous region of British Columbia. Here you can kayak on a 116km canoe loop through the Cariboo Mountains.

South Pacific Islands:

Even the phrase islands of the South Pacific must conjure up in most of our minds images of paradisiacal palm-fringed beaches and clear, warm waters. Imagine kayaking from beach to beach and I’m sure you can imagine why kayaking across or between any of the islands in this region would be sublime.

Fjordlands, New Zealand:

For sheer scale and majesty, nothing can beat New Zealand’s South Island’s Sounds of Fjordland. Kayaking below towering peaks, in Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, can rival any in the world for thrill and beauty.

So whether you’re looking for a challenge or a complete beginner, why not get out on your next vacation and give kayaking a try?