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EnglishWhere Is Ahoy Rentals Kingston Located and What Is Included?
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Ahoy Rentals sits on Kingston's waterfront, about a 10-minute walk from downtown, and every rental includes safety equipment. That combination makes it a practical base for a car-free day of paddling, cycling or sailing — you can walk from the city core, pick up a boat or bike with the gear you need, and head straight onto the water or the trail. The trade-off is that the 2026 season is closed, with the exception of full-day bike rentals from October 19 to November 1, so a visit outside that window needs a different plan.
Location and how to reach it
The waterfront location is the site's main selling point: it is described as a 10-minute walk from downtown, which puts it within reach of hotels and the central shopping and dining area without needing to drive. The business also runs a Rideau Canal shuttle service that can transport you and your gear between any lockstation along the canal and Kingston, useful if you are combining a canal trip with a rental.
If you are arriving by boat or planning a paddle that ends elsewhere, confirm the logistics when you book — the site does not publish a street address in the material available here, so use the booking link or contact the operator for the exact meeting point before you set out.
What is included with a rental
All rentals include safety equipment. Beyond that, the inclusions vary by service:
| Service | What you get | Notes from the site |
|---|---|---|
| Bike rentals | A fitted bike plus help planning a tour for the day | Full-day rentals by pre-booking; currently offered October 19 – November 1 |
| Kayak rentals | Everything needed for the outing; equipment ready at the launching dock if you book ahead | Booking ahead is what gets your gear staged at the dock |
| Sailing charters | A skippered 26′ sailboat for groups up to 5 | No sailing experience required; skipper shows you the waterfront |
| Instruction | Small-group lessons in kayak, canoe, SUP and sailing | Sized for learning and safety |
| Guided bike tour | A 3-hour guided city tour | Covers campuses, lakeshore trails, harbours, prisons and more |
The fleet is substantial — over 50 watercraft and bicycles — and the business has been locally owned and operated since 1997, founded by Andrew Kelm.
Route advice comes with the rental
Staff help with route suggestions, and this is worth using rather than improvising. Two examples from the site:
- Cycling: follow the waterfront trails for an easy ride, or take the more adventurous option to Big Sandy Bay on Wolfe Island.
- Paddling: routes range from an hour-long paddle to a picnic trip to a nearby National Park island with views of Fort Henry and the Royal Military College.
If you have a fixed time window, say so when you book — the difference between an hour and a half-day changes which route and which boat make sense.
Sailing options and timing
Hourly sailing charters run anytime between 10am and 5pm, and sunset charters run from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Both are skippered, so beginners can book without prior experience. For groups, the boat holds up to 5.
Before you go: season and booking
The site states the 2026 season is closed except for full-day bike rentals from October 19 to November 1, booked through the online link. It also lists an opening on Canada Day, July 1, 2026, from 10am to 6pm, with the last rental going out at 5pm — a detail worth noting if you plan around that date, since arriving after 5pm would leave no time to rent.
Practical checks before committing:
- Confirm the service you want is running on your dates — paddling and sailing are seasonal, and the current window covers bikes only.
- Pre-book if you want equipment waiting at the launching dock or a bike fitted to you.
- Ask for a route suggestion matched to your available hours.
- If you are combining a canal trip, ask about the shuttle when you book.
Ahoy Rentals fits a Kingston visit if you want one waterfront spot for paddling, cycling and sailing with gear included and downtown within walking distance. It does not fit if you are visiting during the closed season and want anything other than a full-day bike rental.