Top 3 Kayak Rental Providers in Panama City Beach

At Coldwater Excursions, you can rent a reliable, fast-paddling, all-use sit-on-top kayak to set sail on a kayaking trip along a local flat water river, lake, pond, or even the calm coastal waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Or book their two-person sit-on-top kayak, designed for all levels of experience. Coldwater Excursions offers single and tandem kayak rentals for $65 to $220, depending on the package and number of days. You may also choose to add on a GoPro session rental for $30 to capture moments from your kayaking adventure.

Coldwater Excursions’ kayak rentals include kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and whistles. And the best part? They deliver and pick up your equipment for free! To book, you can book and pay online with your credit card and present a valid ID.

In case you need to cancel, be sure to give them a heads-up at least 36 hours in advance to get a full refund. Note that to ensure everyone’s safety, Coldwater Excursions may cancel single-day rentals in the event of inclement weather or high surf.

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Looking for a fun daytime excursion? Why not consider paddling out to where the bay meets the gulf! If you do, check out Friends of Camp Helen to go kayaking in Panama City Beach. Friends of Camp Helen is a citizens’ support organization that holds community events, volunteer projects, and fundraisers to preserve and enhance the Friends of Camp Helen State Park. They offer kayak rentals for $45 to $1,000, depending on the package. One-hour, two-hour, and half-day single and tandem kayak rentals are available from $15 to $60. Group kayak rental packages, which include souvenir phone bags and guided walking tours, are priced at $350 and $750.

Want a more inclusive experience? Previous guests have raved about Friends of Camp Helen’s $1,000 kayak-and-cookout package, where you get to enjoy an exclusive 4-hour experience. This rental package includes a guided history/walking tour, souvenir phone bags, and a feast of grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and drinks, all prepared by Friends of Camp Helen.

Note that each rental package includes life jackets, paddles, and souvenir whistles for participants. There are additional fun merchandise you can opt to purchase for your tour, like beach towels ($25), water bottles ($15), long-sleeved shirts ($25), short-sleeved shirts ($20), baseball caps ($24), and fishing hats ($20).

Some of the things previous guests have raved about Friends of Camp Helen is that all of their kayaks are in great shape and you can always find an interesting variety of birds and fish to admire on tour. Plus, visitors love exploring the shallow pools within the premises during their kayaking experience.

To book a rental, you must be at least 16 years old and have a valid ID. If you ever need to cancel your booking, be sure to let them know 24 hours prior to your scheduled booking to get a full refund. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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St. Andrews State Park and Shell Island are top favorites among tourists who love outdoor activities, such as kayaking. You can reach these popular destinations via the Shell Island Shuttle, which is also the closest (and ONLY) Panama City Beach kayak rental provider in the area. With each kayak rental package, you get a round-trip Shuttle ticket.

First-time and experienced kayakers alike will find Shell Island Shuttle’s sit-on-top kayaks easy to use and won’t get tired of exploring the inland shoreline of Shell Island. And the best part? You can go ahead and tour the area to your heart’s desire because there’s no time limit for your stay! But remember to keep tabs on the time as you won’t want to miss the last trip back to Lagoon Drive at the end of the day!

Shell Island Shuttle departs from the mainland to the island every 30 minutes during the summer and every hour during the off-season. However, just be sure to check for updates on Shell Island Shuttle’s operating schedule as it may change on short notice if there is inclement weather and water conditions.

According to previous guests, they had a blast during their kayaking adventure on the island. Many reported sightings of dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life, which made their kayaking experience amazing and memorable. By the way, don’t forget to take advantage of bringing your own coolers, umbrellas, and other beach gear so that you can enjoy chilling on the shore and take leisurely breaks during your kayaking escapade.

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