DAMARISCOTTA KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Six Days of Independent Paddling from Damariscotta: A fully equipped rental fleet for beginners to tandems
A six-day kayak and paddleboard rental from Midcoast Kayak that bundles craft, safety gear and accessories so you can spend a week exploring the Maine midcoast unaided.
Six Days of Independent Paddling from Damariscotta: A fully equipped rental fleet for beginners to tandems.
Midcoast Kayak’s Six Day Rental in Damariscotta outfits you for six days on the water with a choice of recreational, sea and tandem kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and canoes. Each rental comes ready to launch—life vest, paddle and essential safety and comfort items are provided—letting you focus on the rhythm of the tide and the slow geography of the coast.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Necky and Old Town recreational and tandem kayaks
The operator stocks Necky and Old Town boats: single recreational kayaks range from about 11 to 13 feet and tandems measure roughly 16 feet, giving you stable, proven platforms whether you go solo or with a partner.
Six days with the essentials included
All six-day rentals include life vests and paddles plus spray skirt, navigation chart, pump and float; car-top pads and straps are available on request and wet suits are provided when appropriate—so logistical details don’t slow your launch.
Clear pricing across craft types
Rates are published per six-day rental and vary by craft: recreational and sit-on-top kayaks start at $190, sea kayaks and tandems and other options are tiered up to tandem sea kayaks and canoes—transparent pricing for a full week on the water.
What the day feels like
What six days on the water feels like
This rental is designed for independent exploration: pick a craft for your group—single, tandem or stand-up paddleboard—collect the included safety gear and navigation chart, and spend six days paddling at your own pace. The package covers the basics so you can string together short shoreline cruises, day trips or sheltered estuary runs without repeating gear logistics every morning.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and what the provided information does and does not specify.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered in a six-day block; plan accordingly for transport and return on the sixth day.
Operator supplies life vests, paddles, spray skirt, navigation chart, pump & float; bring personal clothing, weather-appropriate layers and any personal flotation or specialty gear you prefer.
Car-top pads and straps are available on request to help with transport of the rental craft.
Single recreational kayaks are approximately 11–13 ft and tandems about 16 ft; the operator carries Necky and Old Town boats.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental period?
The rental covers a six-day period.
What types of boats are available?
Options include recreational kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, recreational tandems, sea kayaks, tandem sea kayaks, stand up paddleboards and canoes.
What gear is included with the rental?
Rentals include life vest, paddle, spray skirt, navigation chart, pump & float; car-top pads and straps are available upon request and wet suits are provided when appropriate.
What are the rates for a six-day rental?
Recreational and sit-on-top kayaks are $190; recreational tandem $250; sea kayak $225; tandem sea kayak $295; stand up paddleboard $220; canoe $250.
Which brands and sizes does the operator carry?
The fleet includes Necky and Old Town kayaks; single recreational kayaks are about 11–13 ft long and tandems measure about 16 ft.
Are car-top pads available?
Yes—car-top pads and straps are available upon request.