City Kayak


Embarcadero at Townsend, SF
(415) 357-1010
info@citykayak.com

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SerRentals


If you have been paddling in the San Francisco bay and are familiar with the conditions, renting a kayak is a great option. You can plan the route, pace, and destination yourself.

 

Restrictions
We have more requirements in renting a kayak than joining a trip. In addition to Trip Restrictions we require that;
Children are over 4 feet and will be with a guardian.
Have performed a self-rescue on sit-on-top or sit-in touring kayak.

Also, we recommend that you have a buddy on the water.

If you are not sure about your friend's and family's paddling ability, join a trip that is escorted.

All services and rates are subject to change or cancellation(due to weather or other conditions).

 

 

Hourly

$15 single kayak per hour
$25 double
$50 quad(4-person)

Minimum charge is two hours.
We charge in 15 minute increments after first two hours.

Clock starts at the time of registration and ends at the time of check out.
We will give you 15 minute of free gearing up time and 15 minutes of free change and clean up time.

 

Daily

$60 single kayak
$100 double
$140 quad(4-person)

20% off from second day

10 or more people get 10% off

Host a birthday party, team building, anniversary, or a day with friends and famillies and get discounts for everybody.


The cost of guide is not included in rental.

10% off rental cost for over 10 people


Trip Guide

Our guides who are familliar with water currents, local landmarks, vessel traffic can ensure that you get the most pleasant experience. Also, the guide can give you tips on paddling strokes, turns, self-rescue skills, etc. to make the trip a valuable kayaking private lesson.
$30 per hour

Season Pass

Season pass allows you to bring one guest anytime.
Unlimited use of kayak and gear during the period.
Take-out for your overnight trips(up to 5 days in a month).
Extended hours(paddle after business hours).

Season pass holders need to make reservations also.
Receive $30 credit towards any trips or events.

$207 for 3 months ($69/mth)
$354 for 6 months ($59/mth)
$588 for 12 months ($49/mth)

 

 

10 hour Rental Passes

Buy rental hours at a discount.
Not transferrable.

Can be used for single kayak only.
Can not be shared with others.
Pass holders need to make reservations also.
Good for 3 years.

$80 on single

 

 

Cleaning Fee

You need to return the rental gear and kayaks in a clean condition. You can wash the gear and kayaks in provided rinse stations and place them on racks.
Otherwise, the following cleaning fee applies:

$20 per hour or $4 per item (whichever is greater)

 

 

 

Lunch Hour Pass

Not transferrable
Unlimited use between 11am-2pm weekdays.
Can be used for single kayak only.
Can not be shared with others.
Pass holders need to make reservations also.

$60 per month on single

 

Specials

 

Self-rescue Clinic

Location: City Kayak
Cost: $20 per person
Time: selected weekends (approx. 2-3 hours)

There are a few advantages sit-in sea touring kayaks have over sit-on-top kayaks. They allow you to go on longer trips and keep you dry. Those slim and fast sit-in kayaks are less tiring as well. To paddle these boats in San Francisco bay you should be able to get back into the kayak quickly because of the challenging conditions.

In this clinic you will learn how to perform a self-rescue using a paddle float and a few other re-entry methods. You will see an instructor's demo, get valuable tips, practice on the ground, and then practice in the water. By the end of the clinic you should have completed multiple self-rescues and be able to get back in less than 2 minutes.

 

Forward Stroke Clinic

Location: City Kayak
Cost: $20 per person
Time: selected weekends (approx. 2-3 hours)

To paddle multiple days or hours, you should know how to paddle efficiently. We will give you an instruction, paddle with an instructor, and review the progress on a video clip of yourself.

Kayak Storage

Cost: $60 per month per kayak

Kayak storage is provided on a indoor rack. All the rental gear privilage is included at this time.

 

Gift Certificate
You can purchase gift certificates over the phone or online. You can purchase any trips or dollar value and we can mail or email the gift certificates.
For a limited time we offer 10% discount on purchases over the phone.

Launch Access
Cost: $20 per kayak
You can bring your own kayak and gear and explore the San Francisco bay. We provide:
Parking
Rinse station
Shower
Launch dock
Marine VHF radio
Other kayak launch places in San Francisco are:
Boat Launch Ramp by Pier 54
Maritime Aquatic Park
Crissey Field
Each place has own regulations. Obey posted signs and research those places beforehand.
Discounts
We support the following groups or organizations and will be glad to offer discounts. Please present a valid ID when you ask for a discount.
In case of group event discounts are limited to individuals with membership only.
Under 18 year old and over 55 year old
Students
International and American Youth Hosteling
Military Service, Veterans
SF Bike Coalition