Kayak Rental in the Queen Charlotte Sound

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Gear

Our Kayaks

We have large, stable, fibreglass, double sea kayaks and durable, plastic singles.

Included with sea kayak rental are:

• bouyancy aid
• paddles
• spare paddle
• flare
• map
• sponge
• water pump
• paddle jacket
• dry bag for cameras (all other gear goes into plastic bags in hatches with two covers)

When you book your trip, we will send you some detailed pre-trip information, however to give you an idea of what we recommend you bring:

Personal Equipment

We suggest you include all of the items in your personal gear. It is not an exhaustive list, but is the 'essential' gear you shouldn't do without. Pack it in plastic bags, or dry bags. A number of smaller bags are easier to pack than 1 or 2 larger bags.

• 2 changes of warm clothing (wool or polypropylene -not cotton) 1 suitable for adverse paddling conditions1 for on shore.
• Warm hat & gloves
• Raincoat or parka in e.g. Nylon windbreaker
• Spare plastic bags
• Sunscreen
• Windproof jacket, suitable for paddling
• Insect repellent
• Rubber sandals, sandshoes, or neoprene booties for wearing whilst paddling
• Sunglasses
• Sunhat
• Optional; Long John wetsuits for cooler months