Things to do in Hamptons, Long Island: The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

Enjoy a serene paddling adventure exploring the unique natural beauty of Shelter Island’s calm, protected creeks and harbors. Escape from noise, traffic, and crowds—and find yourself surrounded by landscapes untouched by man. Explore the skies for osprey and hawks, watch egrets and turtles remarkably close-up along shore-lines, and observe fish and marine life in the clear waterways. Kayaking allows you to get closer to nature than almost any other form of sport or recreation. Kayaks are a great way to explore the Island in a green, or eco-friendly way. Paddling is extremely quiet, and allows you to enter Shelter Island’s incredible habitats, and leave them completely undisturbed. If you’ve been to Shelter Island before, or you are visiting for the first time, a trip by kayak offers a new perspective of a truly amazing place.

Set sail with Captain Eric, a Sag Harbor native, on his 38' sailing yacht. Select a sunset cruise, half day, or full day on the water. Sea Escapes will sail you to Shelter Island for a bite at one of their popular restaurants (Sunest Beach and Salt are favorites!) Greenport to try the historic Claudio's or the refined Noah's, or just around the bay for a fantastic sunset. Feel free to take a dip off the boat, paddle board a nature preserve, or simply enjoy a bottle of wine while taking in the sights. We provide floats, fishing gear, paddle boards, etc upon request. Bring lunch or dinner on board for a unique dining experience. Contact us with any questions and book your adventure today!

The Amagansett Beach & Bicycle Company, On the East Hampton / Amagansett Border, sells, rents and repairs Bicycles, Kayaks, Surfboards, Boogie Boards, Skateboards, Rowing Shells and Stand Up Paddleboards [SUP]. You can learn to Bike, Row, Kayak, Surf or Stand Up Paddleboard from our expert instructors. Take a one and 1/2 to two hour guided tour / lesson of beautiful Accabonac Harbor on easy and comfortable Kayaks You can get your Bike repaired from our expert mechanics.

Peconic Water Sports offers Boat Charters, Rentals and instruction in various water sports activities in Long Island, New York. Lessons and Charters are available for wakeboarding, waterskiing, surfing, tubing, kiteboarding and more are available from our team of professional coaches. We also offer jet ski rentals, Boat Rentals, tours and fishing charters out of our Sag Harbor location.

The largest selection, newest and nicest rental boats in all the Hamptons. We have over 30 boats ranging from 22' to over 100'. Enjoy our complimentary water toys such as Sea Bobs, Jet Skis, Paddle Boards and Hydrofoil Electric Surfboards that can go up to 30mph. We specialize in water skiing, wake boarding, boat rentals and yacht charters for friend gatherings, bachelorette parties, special events and family fun. Ask about our seasonal boating club, where you get all the summer fun of a boat without all the work and cost. Sit back and let us make your summer very special. Escape your ordinary with a day with Yacht Hampton.

Looking for fun on the forks? Spend a few hours - or an entire day - discovering the natural beauty of Long Island's local waterways. Ideally located on the picturesque Peconic River, Long Island Canoe Kayak Rentals, part of Treasure Cove Resort Marina, features in-season canoe, kayak, stand up paddle board, fishing pole, water bike, electric tour board, and bicycle rentals.Guided tours available

Global Boarding Water Sports is the Hampton's Premier Water Sports Company. Immerse yourself in a day of adventure! Providing 75 years of combined coaching experience. Activities: Wakeboarding, Waterskiing, Wakesurfing, Kneeboarding, Wakeskating & Tubing. Boat Charters, Dinner/Lunch Charters, Jet Ski Tours & Kids Camp. Kayak and SUP Rentals. CPR/First Aid Certified USCG Captains.

East End Explorer- Eco-tours and Camp Self guided kayak and SUP tours include colorful maps of the area along with identification charts allowing you to design your own route. Guided Paddle tours are customizable to your groups wishes and abilities. We embark for a 2.5-3 hour tour in search of tranquility and hands on experiences with marine life. Feet wet, hands dirty, minds blown! Paddle East!