Hourly Rentals Kayaks & Paddleboards
Old Town Sit-inside Single Kayak Rate: $45 for the first hour & $25 for each additional hour
Set off on a solo adventure with a single kayak rental—explore the coast your way.
Old Town Sit-inside Double Kayak Rate: $55 for the first hour & $25 for each additional hour
Grab a double kayak and explore the beauty of Pleasant Bay with a friend or loved one.
Tahe 10′ and 11′ Paddleboards Rate: $55 for the first hour & $25 for each additional hour
Rent a stand-up paddleboard and explore the harbor! Your adventure starts here.
Overview
Kayaking and paddle boarding are low impact activities that can be performed by just about anyone after some quick instruction. However, we encourage beginners to aim for a day with little/no wind.
Where can I take the equipment?
All rental equipment must always stay within Big Pleasant Bay, and kayaks and paddleboards usually do not get very far from our dock in a one-hour rental.
For longer rentals, our staff will happily direct you to interesting nearby locations, including several islands and creeks.
We do not offer off-site rentals or delivery at this time.
Getting Here
Location - Down Cape operates from the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club at 2173 Route 28, Harwich, MA, 02645
Parking - Free parking is available anywhere in the resort parking lot.
Departures - Once on property, follow signs for Waterfront Recreation, the Main Pool, or the Outer Bar & Grille. We operate at the foot of the resort dock. Find the dock, and you can’t miss us!
Safety Requirements
- Age minimum for participants is 4.
- Life jackets will be provided and must be worn at all times. We have life jackets for all shapes and sizes, including several kid sizes.
- Younger children are welcome to bring their own life Coast Guard-approved jackets if they are more comfortable (no arm floaties).
- Pets ARE NOT allowed on any of our rental equipment.
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals FAQs
Safety is ultimately our top priority. We will not operate in hazardous weather conditions such as heavy rain, thick fog, high winds or thunder and lightning. If severe weather cancels your reservation we will make every effort to reschedule for another day. Otherwise, a full refund will be issued.
However, no guarantees can be made that every part of every day will be perfectly sunny. So we will operate as usual in overcast conditions, light fog and in intermittent sprinkles. Guests should dress appropriately for changeable weather and bring a positive attitude!
The final decision on weather related cancellations rests with the us and reservations should be considered upheld unless we contact you directly.
To leave enough time for our check-in procedure, we recommend your party arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled rental time.
Leave yourself some margin for traffic or parking-related delays, pre-departure bathroom stops, etc. Renters arriving late must still return at the regularly scheduled time.
No refunds will be given to those arriving late. Equipment is often scheduled multiple times per day, and a strict schedule ensures that all reservations are honored.
Most renters bring water, a towel, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
You will be on the water, so we recommend wearing clothing and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet.
We are happy to provide a small dry bag for your valuables. This might include a cell phone (to contact us in an emergency) or a camera.
If you do not bring a phone, make sure somebody has a waterproof watch. It is YOUR responsibility to get the rental back on time.
We will not be able to signal you or warn you.
Note: Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals assumes no responsibility for items stored in a dry bag.
Renters are allowed access to any part of the resort that is normally open to the public. This includes multiple restaurants, parking lots and restroom facilities.
However, the resort pool, deck area and beach chairs are strictly reserved for registered guests only.
Possibly. If no other customers want to rent your kayak or paddleboard, we may extend your rental period (assuming we are not about to close).
Please check with a Down Cape team member before the end of your scheduled rental period to see if an extension is possible.
Rental equipment is available on a first come, first serve basis.
Contact us for availability if you have a larger group.