TEMPE KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Tandem Glides on Kiwanis Lake: Double Kayak Rentals in Tempe
Sit-on-top double kayaks, life vests and paddles are provided for short 30-minute and 1-hour rentals at Boat Rentals of America — Kiwanis Lake; this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Tandem Glides on Kiwanis Lake: Double Kayak Rentals in Tempe.
On Kiwanis Lake in Tempe, double sit-on-top kayaks offer a steady, social way to move across calm water—an easygoing paddle that privileges company and small victories in coordination while life vests and paddles are supplied by the operator.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Stable Sit‑On‑Top Doubles
Classic sit-on-top double kayaks provide stability and a deep seat well so both paddlers can ride with ease—ideal for those who want to paddle together without wrestling a narrow touring hull.
Safety and Simplicity Included
Life vests are included and required for all passengers, and paddles are provided at the rental—so you arrive ready to board and can focus on the glide, not the gear.
Leisurely Paddles, Shared Moments
The format encourages cooperative paddling: short, scenic laps that favor conversation and shared snapshots over speed or distance.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
You step from shore into a wide, stable hull with a partner beside you, don life jackets provided by the rental, settle into the deep seat wells and work in tandem through short laps of calm water—an easy, social rhythm that emphasizes shared motion and scenic pauses.
THE BOAT
Stable Sit‑On‑Top Doubles
Classic sit-on-top double kayaks provide stability and a deep seat well so both paddlers can ride with ease—ideal for those who want to paddle together without wrestling a narrow touring hull.
THE KIT
Safety and Simplicity Included
Life vests are included and required for all passengers, and paddles are provided at the rental—so you arrive ready to board and can focus on the glide, not the gear.
THE RHYTHM
Leisurely Paddles, Shared Moments
The format encourages cooperative paddling: short, scenic laps that favor conversation and shared snapshots over speed or distance.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a matching credit/debit card and a photo ID from someone over 18 to complete the rental; lifejackets and paddles are provided by the operator and must be worn while on the water.
Two standard rental options: 30‑minute double kayak rental for $29, or a 1‑hour double kayak rental for $38—choose the block that matches your pace and plans.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Are life jackets provided?
Yes—lifejackets are included with every rental and are required to be worn by all passengers while on the water.
What rental lengths and prices are available?
There are two options: a 30‑minute double kayak rental for $29 and a 1‑hour double kayak rental for $38.
Do I need to bring paddles or are they supplied?
Paddles are provided by the operator as part of the rental package.
What ID or payment is required to rent?
All rentals require a matching credit/debit card and photo ID from someone over the age of 18 to complete the transaction.
Are these kayaks suitable for beginners?
Yes—classic sit-on-top doubles offer stability and deep seat wells that position paddlers comfortably, making them a forgiving option for first-time kayakers.
Can I bring friends or more people?
The double kayaks are designed for two paddlers; you can bring additional friends but each pair will need a separate rental and the rental requirements must be met by an adult on the card and ID.