10 Kayaking & Canoeing in Massachusetts That You Shouldn't Miss

April 27, 2022 Jasper Kershner

Discover the best top things to do in Massachusetts, United States including Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours, Paddle Boston - Charles River Canoe & Kayak, RideAway Adventures, ECOtourz, Venture Athletics Kayak Shop, Cape Kayaking, Provincetown Aquasports, Berkshire Whitewater, Billington Sea Kayak, Little Harbor Boathouse.
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1. Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours

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5.0 based on 538 reviews

Zoar Outdoor/Deerfield Valley Canopy Tours

Since 1989, Zoar Outdoor has offered the best in New England white water rafting trips, zip line canopy tours, kayaking clinics, canoeing instruction, rock climbing classes and bike rentals for adventurers of all abilities, from beginners to experts. Based out of our convenient location in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts, Zoar Outdoor river trips, canopy tours and instructional clinics are only 2 hours from Boston and New Haven and just 3 hours from Providence and New York City.

2. Paddle Boston - Charles River Canoe & Kayak

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85%
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5.0 based on 100 reviews

Paddle Boston - Charles River Canoe & Kayak

Enjoy an outing on one of the most scenic sections of urban river in the country. An experience on the Charles River from our Boston location in Allston/Brighton is a wonderful respite from the surrounding city, with parkland on both shores and rowers plying the waters. Head downstream and you'll encounter local colleges (Harvard, M.I.T., and B.U.) and eventually the Esplanade (a great picnic spot!) and the unforgettable Boston skyline.This nine-mile stretch of river has no current, allowing painless round trips. However, renters can also enjoy one-way trips to or from our Cambridge location in Kendall Square — a unique way to see the city!

3. RideAway Adventures

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5.0 based on 174 reviews

RideAway Adventures

Ride Away brings the adventure to you!! We offer delivery to all of Cape and its surrounding areas. We have two ON THE WATER locations, one in Sandwich and one in Mashpee. Our Kayak, Stand Up Paddle Board, and Bike fleet is huge so that we are able to assist all skill levels, sizes, and ages. We offer the most unique tours on the Cape and pride ourselves on our customer service and flexibility to meet all needs. Lessons, camps, and classes are always available. Let us make your trip out on the water easy and stress free so that you can enjoy all the beauty the Cape has to offer.

4. ECOtourz

Excellent
87%
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8%
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2%
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5.0 based on 114 reviews

ECOtourz

Rent a kayak or paddle board in Sandwich, Cape Cod, from ECOtourz LLC. Go on a lovely kayak tour of Sandwich or explore the town on your own using our bike rentals

5. Venture Athletics Kayak Shop

Excellent
82%
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18%
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Venture Athletics Kayak Shop

Kayak rentals and guided kayak tours. Open May-September, weather permitting. All levels of experience welcome. Reservations suggested.

6. Cape Kayaking

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5.0 based on 149 reviews

Cape Kayaking

Cape Kayaking provides guided tours in and around the Cape Cod National Seashore. Come explore parts of the Cape that are inaccessible by any other means but personal watercraft. Learn about the geography, ecology and history of Cape Cod while paddling 3 hrs.+ through narrow water trails, inlets, coves and bays. Cape Kayaking provides some of the best sleek and efficient touring kayaks, extremely light weight paddles and PFD's for the entire family. A variety of different tours are available throughout each week that include paddling around seals, birding and learning how to comb the mud flats and sandbars for an array of different clams. Visit CapeKayaking on the wevb for scheduled tours and times.

7. Provincetown Aquasports

Excellent
89%
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9%
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5.0 based on 176 reviews

Provincetown Aquasports

PROVINCETOWN AQUASPORTS. Kayak rental and stand up paddle board rental company in the center of Provincetown. We rent Ocean Kayak Scrambler 11 single sit on top kayaks. Ocean Kayak Malibu Two XL 2 person sit on top kayaks. Standard BIC Dura-Tec stand up paddle boards (SUP) board rentals. Lightweight BIC Ace-Tec fiberglass paddle boards. Our guided tours include "Herring Cove Salt Marsh" "Provincetown Harbor" and "Longpoint Lighthouse". Provincetown Aquasports delivers anywhere on Cape Cod. We are located at 333R Commercial St Unit 1. Cross streets are Commercial St. and Freeman St. Simply walk down Freeman street to the water and there we are!

8. Berkshire Whitewater

Excellent
97%
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5.0 based on 65 reviews

Berkshire Whitewater

We provide whitewater and scenic rafting trips to all ages and abilities on the Deerfield River as well as other local seasonal runs. The Deerfield river offers something for everybody - Mild to Wild!

9. Billington Sea Kayak

Excellent
84%
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11%
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Billington Sea Kayak

Billington Sea Kayak offers a premier New England outdoor experience. Come visit the beautiful and historic Billington Sea in the heart of Plymouth, MA. Located on a breathtaking 270-acre lake, Billington Sea Kayak offers full-day canoe, kayak, and SUP rentals at the area's best prices! Our dedicated staff has over 100 years of combined industry experience to make sure your visit is both safe and enjoyable.

10. Little Harbor Boathouse

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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Little Harbor Boathouse

Seasonal Kayak and Standup Paddle Board Rentals, Pedal-Kayak Rentals. Open late June - early September. Corporate, Group and Party Rentals for for 8 to 50 paddlers. Summer Youth Paddle Adventure Program for kids ages 8-15. Private Guides. Hobie Mirage Kayak Dealer. Valet Service to beach launch, no experience necessary, all equipment provided. Spectacular beach front location in scenic seaside village of Marblehead - 15 miles north of Boston Logan.

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