What Style of Kayak Should I Rent?

If you’re vacationing near the water, or just want to take advantage of the aquatic offerings in your own backyard, a kayak rental is a great way to spend a day. But what kind of kayak should you rent? Where should you go? And do you need any special training to be safe on the water?

Here’s what you need to consider when you’re deciding on a kayak rental.

Types of kayaks

When you’re totally new to kayaking, you’re not going to know the difference between kayaks—which is why your friendly guides at Cool Breeze Boats and Jet Ski Rentals are here to help. However, as a general rule, there are different types of kayaks for different types of water and weather.

If you’re planning to keep your kayaking to calm waterways around Florida, wider recreational kayaks are the way to go. They’re more stable, so you’ll enjoy a smoother, safer ride on shorter jaunts.

If you’re going to go on a tour, however, touring kayaks are the ideal choice. Not only are they better in the water, but they have room to store food and other gear, allowing you to spend more time out on the water. Touring kayaks are split into day tours and multi-day tours. As you might imagine, the kayaks built for multi-day or weeklong tours have much more storage space built into them, so you can bring more gear along for the ride.

How many people are kayaking?

The next thing you’ll need to consider is how many people plan to kayak with you. If you’re a solo tripper, make sure you let your kayak rental company know—but it can also be fun to be part of a team. Tandem kayaks are especially important if your partner is a first-timer or is at all nervous about being out on the water.

There’s no wrong answer to how many people should be on your kayak—unless someone is super nervous—so choose solo or tandem kayaks based on your particular preference.

Do you need guides?

Depending on how familiar you are with kayaking and the area, you may or may not need a local guide. Some folks are surprised at how different the water seems when they’re on their own in a kayak, while others are happy to paddle away until it’s time to return. Your choice will depend on your experience level—both with kayaks and with the water. If you’re not sure what to do, ask your kayak rental company for advice.

Guaranteeing safety

Finally, make sure you go with a company that can show you the ropes and guarantee your own safety. You’ll learn the ropes—sometimes literally—with boats and kayaks, so you’ll always be confident in your ability to navigate Florida’s pristine waters.

For more information about kayak, boat or jet ski rental, tours and more, call or visit Cool Breeze Boats and Jet Ski Rentals today. Let us help make your time off memorable and fun with a kayak rental!

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