Kayaking in Edmonton made easy
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park to Capilano Park
Duration: 2-3.5 hours
This trip is offered on Saturday afternoons at 12:00 p.m. and Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday evenings trips are available with enough interest, meeting at 4:00 p.m.
We meet at the main parking lot at Capilano Park (see the smiley face on the map), where we will sign waivers, give basic paddling instructions and a safety brief. Then, we’ll take a 40-minute shuttle ride to the Wilfrid Laurier Park boat launch. We’ll help you launch and embark on your wonderful paddling adventure!
PRICING (All prices include GST)
Single Kayak – $100
Tandem Kayak – $130
BYOK (Shuttle service – Bring your own kayak) – $50
Capilano Park to Fort Saskatchewan
Want to experience a longer trip outside of the downtown core? This trip is available upon request!
Based on interest and availability, River Otter Kayak Adventures offers a trip from Capilano Park to Fort Saskatchewan. This kayak trip takes you out of the city and gives a more wild experience.
When kayaking in Edmonton and the surrounding areas, expect to see sandy cliffs, mixed aspen parkland, and rocky beaches all the way to the beautiful Fort Saskatchewan section of the North Saskatchewan River.
PRICING (All prices include GST)
Single Kayak – $120
Tandem Kayak – $150
BYOK (Shuttle service – Bring your own kayak) – $60
Important Information
Weather Policy
All bookings are rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather or wind. (operator discretion).
Shuttle Service
Shuttle Service price is included with the kayak rental and package.
If you would like to reserve a Bring Your Own Kayak (BYOK) shuttle service for a given timeslot, please reach out to us at least 24 hours beforehand to confirm availability and book your slot.
All other bookings can be done via our online booking service.
What’s Included?
Our main package prices include transportation for one person, one kayak rental, paddles, PFDs, and safety gear.
Kayak Trip Duration
All times given here for trip duration are approximate. Please allow yourself extra time. Here are our itineraries:
Saturday afternoon itinerary
12:00 p.m.: Arrive at Capilano Park to sign waivers and for a brief orientation.
12:15 a.m.: The shuttle leaves for Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park
1:00 p.m.: Launch kayaks from Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.: Arrive back at Capilano Park boat launch.
Sunday morning itinerary
10:00 a.m.: Arrive at Capilano Park to sign waivers and for a brief orientation.
10:15 a.m.: The shuttle leaves for Wilfrid Laurier Park
11:00 a.m.: Launch kayaks from Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park.
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.: Arrive back at Capilano Park boat launch.
Wednesday evening itinerary
4:00 p.m.: Arrive at Capilano Park to sign waivers and for a brief orientation.
4:15 p.m.: The shuttle leaves for Wilfrid Laurier Park
5:00 p.m.: Launch kayaks from Wilfrid Laurier Park
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.: Arrive back at Capilano Park boat launch.
Fort Saskatchewan route
Currently, we have three trips planned for the Capilano Park to Fort Saskatchewan paddle route.
- August 31
- September 7
- September 14
10:00 a.m.: Meet at the Fort Saskatchewan take-out point.
10:15 p.m.: The shuttle leaves for Capilano Park
11:00 a.m.: Launch kayaks from Capilano Park
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.: Arrive back at the Fort Saskatchewan take-out point.
We can accommodate a group booking on another weekend day upon request with enough notice, and if there are no bookings for the Wilfrid Laurier to Capilano time slot.
Online Reservations Required
In order to provide you with a personalized, flexible service, our trips are scheduled by pre-arranged bookings online, and times are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
More questions? Visit our FAQs or contact us today!
Our Trips
Saturday Afternoons (12:00 p.m.)
Sunday Mornings (10:00 a.m.)
Wednesday Evenings (with interest)
What we offer
Kayak rentals in Edmonton
Kayak shuttle service
Self-guided kayak trips