Buffalo's #1
Kayak
Rentals & Tours
We offer kayak rentals for an hour or a half-day excursion, or come on a tour and learn about Buffalo’s Waterfront history, from the Erie Canal to Grain Elevators.
Opening Friday, May 24th
Hours of Operation:
| Monday | 9am to 8pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 8pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 8pm |
| Friday | 9am to 8pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 8pm |
| Sunday | 9am to 8pm |
Last boats leaves at 7pm.
The 2023 season will kick off on Memorial Day Weekend.
Reserve your Kayak Today.
Explore the Buffalo Waterfront
We offer options to suit any paddler. Our paddle board and kayak rentals include everything you need to enjoy a relaxing trip on the water. Explore the Buffalo River at your leisure, or book one of our tours to find out even more about Buffalo’s great industrial past!
Reserve your paddle board, kayak, or tandem kayak rental
Additionally, we have kayaks available for walk-up customers.
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Top Ranked Kayak Tours
You can expect more on our kayak tours. Our knowledgeable guides will bring you down the endlessly fascinating, and always changing Buffalo River landscape where you will see sleek and new contemporary Buffalo development, amidst a backdrop of 100+ year old historic landmarks.
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What you will see
What you Need to KNow
- We’re always open! Everyday from Memorial Day to Labor Day!
- We are open 9am to 8pm (last boat out at 7pm)
- We only close for a thunderstorm or small-craft advisory.
- If you’ve never paddled before, just tell us! Our staff will get you going quickly and safely.
- Parking is easy! Use the Harbor Center parking ramp, or nearby surface lots.
- Dress like you would for a day at the beach! Sunscreen, flip-flops, etc.
- Please arrive about 30 minutes early if you’re on a tour.
- If you want to bring a group down, just let us know!