10 Gear Rentals in Vancouver Island That You Shouldn't Miss

May 16, 2022 Giuseppe Pratt

Discover the best top things to do in Vancouver Island, Canada including Ocean River Sports, Victoria Kayak, Victoria Waterfront Tours, Nootka Marine Adventures, Cycle BC Rentals and Tours, Pedego Electric Bikes, Pacifica Paddle Sports, West Coast Outdoor Adventure, Ride The Glide, Island Life Expeditions.
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1. Ocean River Sports

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5.0 based on 567 reviews

Ocean River Sports

Come enjoy the ultimate Victoria Kayaking Experience with Ocean River Adventures. Located in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, kayaking is a great way to explore our historic city. Join us on one of our Harbour Kayak tours or Sunset Tours. We also offer an Oak Bay Shoreline Kayaking Tour as well as our unique Discovery Island Kayak Tour, recognised as one of the top tours in Victoria. Offering expeditions, tours and courses throughout the Vancouver Island region, our guests will experience all the wild West Coast has to offer. Hands-on education about water and marine conservation is a key theme and we only employ certified guides that respect sensitive ecosystems and species while teaching about the importance of ocean sustainability, preservation and conservation. Victoria’s premier paddling and outdoor adventure company. Want to try something different? We are also a premium stand up paddle tour operator in the southern Vancouver Island and Victoria region.

2. Victoria Kayak

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5.0 based on 169 reviews

Victoria Kayak

Regardless if this is your first kayaking adventure or if you are perpetually wet behind the ears, our kayak tours and rentals are a great way to see Victoria and the local marine wildlife from a unique vantage point. Located in the heart of historic Victoria Harbour, Victoria Kayak is just steps away from the Empress Hotel, Royal BC Museum and the BC Legislature in downtown Victoria. There’s no better way to kick off a stay in Victoria than with a kayak adventure!

3. Victoria Waterfront Tours

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5.0 based on 132 reviews

Victoria Waterfront Tours

We are located in the best location to kayak Victoria's Outer Harbour! Avoid busy downtown harbour traffic and quickly paddle with amazing Olympic Mountain vistas, harbour seal colonies, blue herons, eagles, jellies, star fish and kelp forests just around the headland from our shop. We offer several guided sea kayaking tours that range from an Inner Harbour paddle to a true West Coast paddling experience on a full day kayaking tour to a historic lighthouse. Enjoy the flavor of a local marina and paddle with us in Victoria's amazing ocean environment. Our tours include a lesson at the beginning of each tour as well as all of the kayakiing equipment needed. We look forward to exploring with you!

4. Nootka Marine Adventures

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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Nootka Marine Adventures

Located on the west coast of Vancouver Island, Nootka Marine Adventures operates from three main resorts which feature world-class fishing, luxury accommodations & many other visitor conveniences. A variety of activities and custom packages are available ranging from: chartered salmon & halibut fishing, historic & wildlife tours, ocean kayaking, and more. Guests may take advantage of boat rentals, fuel sales, moorage, marina services, launch ramp, fish processing, our fully licensed restaurant, and many other visitor conveniences. From suites to self- contained yurts & chalets, tent sites to our full service RV park, we offer a variety of accommodations to suit each customer’s unique travel plans. Create lasting memories, celebrate special occasions, or just come drop a line on a misty morning. Book your luxury wilderness vacation today!

5. Cycle BC Rentals and Tours

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5.0 based on 62 reviews

Cycle BC Rentals and Tours

We have Canada's largest selection of rental motorcycle, scooters and bicycles. We are open all year round. We provide a fun and exciting service and have been operating since 1991. We have everything for your two wheeled adventure! Travel to the Rockies on a motorcycle or cruise around Dallas Road on a bicycle or scooter

6. Pedego Electric Bikes

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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Pedego Electric Bikes

Take a ride down to the beach or up into the mountains on our comfortable, fun to ride Pedego electric bikes and watch the hills disappear behind you. Recapture the fun of being a kid on a bike again – able to go anywhere, forever. We’re located on Dublin St Ave just off the Island Highway.

7. Pacifica Paddle Sports

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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Pacifica Paddle Sports

We offer 2 Hour Guided Tours, Rentals and Lessons for kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and canoes in beautiful Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. We are open year-round and can accommodate beginner, intermediate and advanced paddlers. Brentwood Bay and adjoining Tod Inlet offer an abundance of marine life, natural beauty and picturesque sunsets! Our Swartz Bay location (at Canoe Cove Marina) offers the perfect launch spot for day exploring or multi-day adventures.

8. West Coast Outdoor Adventure

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5.0 based on 37 reviews

West Coast Outdoor Adventure

West Coast Outdoor Adventure has everything you need to explore the year round stunning location of Sooke, BC. On a fast and stable foot powered Hobie kayak you can photograph the abundant wildlife with ease, explore the spectacular coastline or maybe catch a salmon for supper*! For the more adventurous you can do all of above on a Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP). With our qualified instruction even 1st timers will be confidently gliding along the water - and peering down into the clear waters at a world full of wonder and surprises. Our bikes are ideally suited for the famous 56km "Galloping Goose" converted railway trail, but also able to take on some of the challenging terrain that BC is known the world over for.

9. Ride The Glide

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5.0 based on 45 reviews

Ride The Glide

Electric Bike Rentals - We come to you! Drop off and Pick up service included anywhere in Greater Victoria! Our RTG e-bike rentals are hassle free, worry free. Cycle in Victoria in the best way! Delivery of the E-bike to your location and pick it up at the location of your choice. All accessory equipment included: helmet, lock, bell, water bottle cage, pannier bag and map. Our new E-bikes are fully equipped with comfortable grips, fenders, lights, comfortable seat and rear rack. Travel without worry because of our free flat repair service - simply call us and we'll come to you and repair or replace the tire so that you can quickly get back to your adventure! Book online or call us anytime. We aim to please and be as flexible as possible so that you can have the experience that you are looking for. Segway Tours: Join us for a Segway Tour through our beautiful local trails and parks. Longer tours will take you along the scenic Gorge waterway and down to the Songhees along the inner harbour. The tour has a variety of terrain so training is included and, for safety, participants must be comfortable in their abilities before we depart. Helmets are required and provided. Please wear closed toed flat shoes. Forested trails, spawning streams, small wildlife and beautiful waterways are just a few of the highlights of our excursion. It is both unique and full of splendor.

10. Island Life Expeditions

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Island Life Expeditions

Island Life Expeditions calls Campbell River home, and provides guided tours throughout Discovery Passage, Desolation Sound and the Strathcona area. We offer Heli and Boat supported adventures and much more!

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