Rent a boat directly from Victoria's Inner Harbour — the most convenient departure point for exploring the downtown waterfront, Songhees and Fisherman's Wharf.
Contact each business directly to confirm current availability, pricing and services.
Ocean River Sports is a downtown Victoria paddlesports outfitter offering kayak and canoe rentals for paddlers exploring the Inner Harbour, the Gorge Waterway and other sheltered Greater Victoria water. The shop supports single and tandem paddlers and typically operates through the warmer paddling season.
Kelp Reef Adventures is a Victoria Inner Harbour paddlesports operator offering kayak rentals and guided kayak tours during the warmer paddling season. Rentals suit visitors who want to explore the Inner Harbour and nearby sheltered water on their own.
Featured Inner Harbour rental listings appear at the top of this page with your contact details, fleet description and approved imagery.
Most operators are based at Ship Point, Wharf Street or the Causeway. Confirm the exact meeting point with the operator when booking.
Some operators offer captained charters or easy-to-operate electric boats for guests without a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
Cruising limits vary by operator, but most allow trips within Juan de Fuca Strait and to nearby Discovery Island. Ask the operator for details.
