COURTENAY RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Coastal Craft: Nine Days of Kayak, Canoe & SUP Rentals from Courtenay
A nine-day rental program from Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes lets you choose from single and double kayaks, canoes and SUPs with Transport Canada–required safety gear for explorations of the Comox estuary and nearby island overnighting.
Coastal Craft: Nine Days of Kayak, Canoe & SUP Rentals from Courtenay.
From the tidal channels of the Comox estuary to quick island crossings, Courtenay’s rental fleet is built to put you on the water whether you want a calm day paddle or a spur-of-the-moment overnight. Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes supplies a range of sit-inside and sit-on-top singles and doubles, canoes and rigid touring SUPs, and outfits each boat with Transport Canada–required safety equipment so you head out prepared.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A boat for every plan: day trips to multi-day touring
The rental lineup spans short recreational sit-on-tops and sit-inside boats up to performance touring singles and doubles; lengths and load ratings make them usable for shoreline explorations or for carrying gear on extended excursions.
Explore the Comox estuary and nearby islands
These boats are sized for shoreline paddling and short crossings—ideal for exploring the Comox estuary or making a spontaneous overnight run to your favourite nearby island.
Safety kit included; solo-rescue extras available
Every rental includes Transport Canada–required equipment (PFD with whistle, paddle, pump, throw bag) and, for multi-day or solo trips, the operator can supply spare paddles, sprayskirts and paddle floats at no extra charge.
What the day feels like
What a nine-day rental feels like
Renting for nine days gives you the freedom to base yourself in Courtenay and run a mix of easy estuary paddles, island hops and longer touring days. Choose a stable sit-on-top for calm outings with a dog, a longer ruddered day-tripping kayak for island crossings, or a high‑performance touring kayak to carry gear on extended shoreline passages—the fleet is arranged so you can match craft to conditions and plan multi-day moves from an Airbnb or waterfront lodge.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from a nine-day rental?
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard rental offering is a nine-day duration; pickups and returns are handled through Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes in Courtenay.
Rentals come with Transport Canada–required items: a PFD with whistle, one paddle, pump and throw bag. For multi‑day or solo trips, request a spare paddle, sprayskirt and paddle float at no extra charge.
Each craft has published passenger and weight limits (examples include day‑tripping singles with various max weights, doubles rated to carry two people up to the listed capacities, canoes with high load ratings and SUPs rated per rider); choose a boat that matches your planned load.
All rentals are based at Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes in Courtenay for equipment issue and fittings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the rental last?
The rental product described is a nine-day duration.
Where do I pick up and return the boat?
Pickups and returns are handled at Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes in Courtenay.
What safety equipment is included with rentals?
Rentals include Transport Canada–required equipment: a PFD with whistle, one paddle, a pump and a throw bag. For multi‑day excursions a spare paddle, sprayskirt and paddle float can be provided.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes—certain sit‑on‑top recreational singles are noted as suitable for pups up to 50 lbs; check boat choice and capacity before departure.
What are the weight and passenger limits?
Each boat model has specified capacities—for example, day‑tripping singles list maximum weights by size, doubles are rated for two people up to their stated limits, canoes and SUPs have their own maximums; consult the specific craft descriptions for exact numbers.
Are touring kayaks available for extended coastal trips?
Yes—touring singles and doubles are available, including high‑performance sea‑kayak brands suitable for carrying gear on extended excursions.