Rental - Single Kayak at Wharf

Now open for the 2026 season on Wednesday-Sunday!

by The Wharf Boathouse· Washington, DC
From$24
Ages8+

What to Expect

Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at the Wharf!

Kayaks are a great option for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Single kayaks are appropriate for anyone ages 8 and up. A single kayak is a single occupancy with a max capacity of 250 lbs.

Includes

Single kayak
Life jacket
Paddle
Suitable for ages 8+
Max capacity of 250 lbs
Suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers
Sit-on-top kayaks at the Wharf
Built-in cupholder

Restrictions

Age Restrictions:

We want guests of all ages to love boating as much as we do! For safety reasons we do have just a few age requirements, we must follow.

  • Children ages 7 or under may go in a multi-occupancy boat (double kayak or canoe) with an adult as long as they can safely sit independently and fit securely in a PFD.
  • Children ages 8-15 years old, may go out in their own boat but their parent or guardian must complete and sign the float plan/agreement form and a supervising adult 18+ must be present on the water with them at all times.
  • Minors ages 16 or 17 must have a float plan/agreement form completed and signed by their parent/guardian, but then they may go out on the water without an adult present.
  • For a group of children aged 15 and under, each child must have a float plan/agreement form completed and signed by their parent or guardian and have a supervising adult on the water with the group at all times.

Duration

1 Hour to 4 Hours

Address

700 Water Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024

Pricing

One Hour Rental$25.44
One and a Half Hour Rental$38.16
Two Hour Rental$50.88
Three Hour Rental$76.32
Four Hour Rental$101.76

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

If your cancellation is at least 48 hours in advance of your reservation, you will receive a full refund or credit.
nIf your cancellation is between 4-48 hours in advance of your reservation, you will receive a gift card for a future booking.
nIf cancelling within 4 hours of the rental or no showing, no credit or refund will be given.

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Customers will receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Contact us to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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