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Adventure Rents Canoes & Kayaks
Categories: Active Life Rafting/Kayaking Active Life Boating Rafting/Kayaking, Boating [Edit]
Mill Bend, Gualala RiverGualala, CA 95445
(707) 884-4386
- Hours:
Sat-Sun 10 am - 4 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
7 reviews for Adventure Rents Canoes & Kayaks
7 reviews in English
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Review from Sophia M.
Sea Ranch, CA
8/8/2010 2 photos
In celebration of the husband's 40th birthday, we decided to get outdoors, and kayak on the Gualala River it was. We were delighted with Adventure Rents. Easy to reserve our kayaks over the phone and when we arrived all our gear was ready. This was my first time kayaking and I loved it. I had a nice sturdy (and roomy) kayak and life vest which was comfy for my larger frame. Ryan, who helped us get settled in our kayaks at the river's edge was super nice and helpful. They will also set you up with drybags for your gear and a dry box for your camera.
If this is your first time kayaking, you might want to go for the 2 hour rental. That was plenty of time for us to paddle up stream, stop for a picnic lunch on one of the cobble beaches and then head back. The time of year we went, the river was like a lake, so lots of paddling. Our arms were getting sore after two hours. This experience can be different at different times of the year, depending on the river flow, etc.
All in all, a great (and relaxing) experience. We plan to go back again! -
Review from John S.
San Francisco, CA
8/28/2010
This review only applies to the rental company itself. Actually getting out on the Gualala River is a four- and maybe even five-star experience; it's tranquil, relaxing, interesting, and enjoyable and safe for all ages, even the smallest children. (And I know, we had a two-year-old and two four-year-olds with us.)
But Adventure Rents? Hm. When we got here, the guy working wasn't very helpful. My brother explained to him how many of us there were (six adults and three children), and the guy went into trying to calculate exactly how much it would cost. Pretty simple, right? Well, apparently not. He asked my brother how we wanted to do it. Um, my brother repeated how many people we were and asked about some options for canoes and kayaks. The guy just kind of looked at my brother and asked him how many of us would be paddling and how many would be "passengers."
What? You either rent by the number of people or you rent by the number of canoes and kayaks used. What does paddling have to do with it? The guy was still staring at my brother and trying to calculate how much it would cost, so my brother started suggesting options for seating arrangements and how many people could fit into each type of boat. Twenty minutes later, it was all figured out. Except that the guy still hadn't calculated it right; so my brother's girlfriend, who wasn't going with us, ended up explaining it to the guy.
I know summer jobs can be boring and that tourists can be annoying, but it wasn't exactly a high-stress situation. Count. Distribute. Collect. Then you can go back to your truck and sit there for the rest of the day.Comment from Jan H. of Adventure Rents Canoes & Kayaks 9/10/2010
Thank you for the feedback, John, but this is exactly why we… More » -
Review from Suge K.
San Francisco, CA
7/5/2006
Six of us walked in without reservations on a busy holiday weekend and they managed to accommodate us. I kayaked the Gualala River last year, so I knew the weather is warmer upriver. My friend, however, was unconvinced. As we walked up to the downstream pickup/dropoff, she yelled at me and said "You said it would be warmer!" I looked at the guy helping us into our kayaks and said "Would you please tell her it's warmer upriver?" and he didn't skip a beat, just turned to her and said "It's warmer upriver."
I was wondering how many other things I could get him to say.... "Would you please tell my friend he's being an asshole?" "You're being an asshole." "Would you please tell my friend he drinks too much?" "You drink too much." "Would you please tell my friend she's being a bitch?" "You're being a bitch." Love this guy!
If you find yourself anywhere in the area, go to this place and then kayak the river! On non-holiday weekends (I think) they drop you off upriver and then you just drift down. We started off downstream, paddled our way up to the rope swing, and then drifted back down. At this time of year there's very little current, but you also have to get out at some points and pull your kayak over the rocks because it's so shallow.Listed in: Mendocino County Line
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Review from Jenn T.
San Francisco, CA
9/8/2006
We just walked up and rented a kayak and it cost $60 for 2 hours for a 2 person kayak. The water was relatively low in late July so there wasn't current at all so we paddled all the way and also got stuck in a few places because of the shallow water. It was very calm and serene. We even saw a family of ducks with the mother teaching the babies to dive under water.
They provide you with lifejackets and dry bags as well. If their employees leave before you return from your trip, you just leave them on the edge of the water and drive away. The road is rocks/dirt only so no low-riding cars or thin tread. -
Review from Jazzy Fae F.
Newark, CA
6/5/2008
Fantastic place to rent kayaks. It was so easy to find; located close to the grocery store wich was a def plus. the river is very calm.
Only thing I wish they would have done is maybe teach first timers before they go in the kayaks. This guy who gave us our kayak pretty much jus handed us the paddles n pushed into the water. I had no idea what to do n neither did my fiance. It was fun to learn ourselves but it wouldve been a great help if someone had showed us or even told us how to kayak.
The rates are very reasonable and customer service was fabolous. -
Review from Joseph A.
Fremont, CA
9/12/2010
I took my four year old son camping at Gualala River Redwood Campground. We rented a Kayak for Adventure Rents while at the campgrounds and made great memories. The staff was very knowledgeable, helpful, and made me conferable with the idea of taking my son on the river. The river was very sallow when we went (08-29-10 through 08-31-10) and we (OK me) had to pull the kayak through the river a lot but it made for a wonderful adventure (hence the name :). I am sure my son will remember for years the day we spent hunting frogs ( tiny frogs) in what he named frog country. The Kayak made traversing the river faster and easier then just caring a backpack and lunch. I would recommend this for anyone with a water loving child. I hope to return next year.
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Review from Rebecca G.
Petaluma, CA
5/10/2009
We spent a great two hours floating down the Gualala River in our kayaks. The price is pretty decent considering it's only a 3 mile course and the water is pretty mild. They warned us it would be quick if we moved and encouraged us to stop on some beaches to eat, walk around, and enjoy the scenery. We even met a friendly river otter along the way! When we reached the windy end of the river (where it meets the ocean) we just left our kayaks there and they assured us they trusted us and would come pick them up later. It was a nice little afternoon and I recommend this great outfitter!
