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1000 Islands Kayaking

Name: 1000 Islands Kayaking
Address: 110 Kate Street, Gananoque, ON, K7G2M5, CA
Telephone: +16134639564
Rating: 4.7

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We offer a wide range of products from; guided tours, self guided tours, educational, courses, community recreation, and corporate programming. We also offer retail on our used boats at great prices.

09/16/2024

We're proud to win a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award! 1000 Islands Kayaking is in the top 10% of Tripadvisor reviews worldwide. Thanks to everyone who has ever left us a review on Tripadvisor, Google, or elsewhere - you make our guides and front of house staff feel appreciated, and your experiences help others find us!

Book your own 5-star-worthy adventure at 1000islandskayaking.com or by phone at 613 463 9564!

09/02/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us this fantastic long weekend, from families to friends - we're proud to bring your relationships closer on the water!

Summer's not over yet - check out our newsletter for exclusive September deals and news about what's coming this month!

08/03/2024

We had the pleasure of hosting the 1000 Islands Boat Camp during their day trip! John, one of our managers and tour guides, entertained these 4 young boat enthusiasts. Thanks to for sharing the water with us!

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07/25/2024

Our sunset tours are an invigorating way to end your day (or start your night)! Book online at 1000islandskayaking.com or call us at 613 463 9568. Just like this beautiful summer weather, these tours are available for a limited time only - catch them before they're gone! 🌅

06/28/2024

Coming up soon: the Basic Kayaking Skills course on July 6! If you're new to kayaking or returning after a long break, this is for you. Designed to help new paddlers learn kayaking, this course teaches the essential skills to start paddling independently! Participants in this course earn their Basic Kayaking Skills Certification from Paddle Canada. Join our fantastic instructors by booking on our website or giving us a call at 613-463-9564.

06/24/2024

We're looking forward to a fantastic long weekend here on the water! Book your adventure online at 1000islandskayaking.com or on the phone at 613-463-9564. Walk ins subject to availability.

06/22/2024

Are you looking to improve your kayaking skills while spending a weekend on the water? You're just in time! The Level 1 skills course hits the river June 29-30. At 16 total hours of training, this course operates over 2 days (ending at 5pm each day) and teaches kayak control and stroke efficiency, advanced self and partner rescues, expedition planning, and more! Participants in this course can receive their Level 1 Skills Certificate with Paddle Canada. Book your educational adventure on our website or give us a call at 613-463-9564.

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06/17/2024

Did you know that we rent camping gear and kayaks overnight? Not only that, but you can schedule a pontoon boat to take you to and from your campsite! Whether you're getting to your island getaway via a shuttle boat or a kayak, we can get you and your gear where you need to go. We're open 7 days all summer long, so don't wait to book your adventure. Walk ins subject to availability.

06/16/2024

We adventure no matter the weather, but it doesn't hurt when it's this gorgeous of a Sunday! Get outside and come see us at 110 Kate Street in Gananoque, or give us a call at 613-463-9564.
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06/14/2024

Did you know that the 1000 Islands have the second highest biodiversity in Canada? Book your adventure online at 1000islandskayaking.com or by phone at 613-463-9564!

06/08/2024

Our staff refreshed their rolling skills today! Rolling is an advanced self-rescue technique and definitely the coolest-looking way to capsize. We teach rolling in our Level 2 Paddle Canada certification course and in shorter "Rolling Clinics" dedicated specifically to rolling! If you're interested in learning this skill, check out our website link in our profile. Happy paddling!

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05/30/2024

Get up close with water and wildlife at 1000 Islands Kayaking! Book your adventure online at 1000islandskayaking.com or by phone at 613-463-9564. We (and the turtles) are here 7 days a week!

05/10/2024

We open our doors for the spring season tomorrow! Visit 1000islandskayaking.com or call us at 613-463-9564 to book your kayak rental, guided tour, or to join one of our kayaking courses - we can't wait to see you on the water!

05/08/2024

Get on the water starting May 11, 2024! We are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7 days a week until the summer season. Book at 1000islandskayaking.com for kayak rentals, guided kayak tours, boat shuttles, and more.

We're so excited to see you this season!

10/10/2023

Thanks for joining us 1000 Islands Wanderer! 🛶☀️🌊

10/09/2023

Thank you for yet another spectacular season on the water! We are officially closed for the 2023 season and will be reopening in May 2024.

For off-season requests, inquiries, and questions please email us at [email protected] and we will respond as soon as possible.

Please follow our Instagram and Facebook accounts to be the first to know about 2024 updates. Our website will be open to accept new reservations in the spring.

Don't forget to support local this off-season by purchasing gift certificates, engaging in social media content, and leaving online reviews.

Thank you again Gananoque and the 1000 Islands, we are so very fortunate to have you as our home💙

10/03/2023

Ready for a history lesson? Prohibition was a very significant time for the 1000 Islands region.📃🍷⚓️🍻

Temperance societies were prevalent before the turn of the century, but World War I was a turning point. In Canada the legal distilleries and retail outlets were closed during the last two years of the war for an economy measure, and after peace was restored, owing to some pressure from abstainers, the sale of liquor was not resumed. By 1919, Quebec prohibited the production of hard liquor, but allowed beer and wine, while Ontario banned everything except locally produced wine.

In the United States thirty-one states were dry by 1917, and when Amendment Number 18 of the Constitution was ratified the whole country came under prohibition. The great drought lasted until 1932, when Amendment Number 21 was ratified. In Canada the reaction against prohibition set in earlier. By 1921, Quebec was selling all forms of liquor, and by 1927, Ontario had followed suit. That year the running of liquor across the river dramatically increased. When both New York and Ontario had been dry, the trade was moving in both directions, depending on the market. After 1927, some Canadians made modest fortunes as the availability of legal alcohol became widespread in Ontario. Americans continued to seek illegal avenues to gain possession of alcohol.

You learn something new every day!

Source: Pictorial History of the Thousand Islands

09/29/2023

Give the gift of experience! 🎁 Did you know that we offer electronic gift certificates that can be redeemed toward any one of our kayaking experiences? Our gift certificates never expire and make the perfect birthday, Christmas, or "just because" gift!

Visit our website www.1000islandskayaking.com and click "Book Now" then "Custom Value Gift Card" to select the monetary amount of your choosing.

Thank you for supporting small tourism businesses during the off-season. Every gift card purchase, social media engagement, and online review shared makes a big difference!

09/25/2023

As the sun sets on this season, we'd like to take this opportunity to thank our clients, staff, and the Gananoque community for all of your support!

We are continuously in awe of how kind and generous our small town is. We also feel very fortunate to meet so many beautiful people from around the world. Isn't it wonderful how this region brings people together?! 💙

We are still open from 8am-5pm 7 days a week until October 9th for kayak rentals, guided tours, and boat shuttles.

09/22/2023

Attention Kayakers!

FOR SALE Clearwater Inuvik Kayak

Cost: $800 + HST

Length: 13 feet
Width: 28 inches
Cockpit: 51" x18"
Weight Limit: 350 lbs

Call 613-463-9564 to book a test paddle!

09/22/2023

Half and full-day guided tours are available 7 days a week until October 9th. Don't miss your chance to get out on the water this season! 🛶

Bookings can be made online by visiting https://1000islandskayaking.com/half-day-trips/. Guided tours must be booked ahead of your program date to secure a guide. Email us at [email protected] or call us at 613-463-9564 with questions, comments, or requests!

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09/19/2023

How lucky are we to live and work in such a beautiful town?

It is widely known that the War of 1812 was a pivotal time for Gananoque. Did you know that leading up to this period, Gananoque consisted of just four houses clustered around a mill? The person credited with this initial development of Gananoque is no one other than Joel Stone. He became a successful businessman in Gananoque and also began a ferry service as early as 1801 to move people, animals, and produce across the Gananoque River. Joel Stone later defended the town and surrounding area in the War of 1812.

Picture courtesy of the Town of Gananoque

09/16/2023

Why is fall the best season to paddle in the 1000 Islands?
🛥Less boat traffic
🐢Lots of wildlife
☀️Ideal paddling temperatures
🍂Stunning landscapes

Book your kayak rental now by visiting our website www.1000islandskayaking.com/rentals-and-self-guided-tours/ or call our office at 613-463-9564. We are open 7 days a week from 8am-5pm until October 9th... don't let the season escape you!

09/13/2023

Isn't this aerial shot of Mermaid and Bostwick absolutely stunning?! Thank you for sharing your art John Haig, Photographer 📸

Did you know that colonial military conflict between Britain and France (Seven Years' War), and later between Britain and the US (War of 1812), was responsible for many place-names, such as the Navy, Admiralty, and Lake Fleet islands? Endymion, Camelot and Mermaid islands are named after gunboats; others such as Gordon and Stovin were named after military commanders. There is certainly some rich history in the 1000 Islands!

Source: The Canadian Encyclopedia

09/09/2023

We are now open from 8am-5pm 7 days a week until our closing date on October 9th, 2023. Come visit us for kayak rentals, guided tours, boat shuttles, and retail sales... or just to chat about all things kayaking!

We will remain open the final weekends in October for special group requests ONLY. If you'd like to make a booking after October 9th, please call our office at 613-463-9564 or email us at [email protected].

Thank you for an absolutely amazing season thus far and we look forward to enjoying the river this fall!

09/08/2023

We love calm, sunny days on the water! ☀🌊 Are you team summer or team fall? We'd love it if the summer weather could last just a little longer...

09/06/2023

Our final Paddle Canada Level 2 Skills Course of the season is September 13-17! Don't miss this opportuity to build upon your Level 1 skills and enjoy the 1000 Islands region simultaneously.

Please visit our website https://1000islandskayaking.com/level-2-certification/ for more information or to make your booking today. Feel free to call 613-463-9564 or email us at [email protected] - we are happy to help!

09/04/2023

Ever wondered how the 1000 Islands region was formed? Glaciers retreated 10,000 years ago scraping sediments and exposing the rounded k***s of an ancient mountain chain. When the St. Lawrence River flooded the area on its path to the Atlantic Ocean, 1000 hilltops became the 1000 Islands. Imagine how different our region would be without the St. Lawrence river. We certainly would not be able to kayak!

Source: Parks Canada

09/02/2023

Picturesque paddling routes? 🛶 Catered gourmet meals? 🍝 Secluded island campsites? ⛺You guessed it... our final guided kayaking camping trip of the season is September 8-10th and we have just TWO spots left!

Paddling the 1000 Islands is our specialty and we can’t wait for you to wander deep into the secret paddling treasures of the islands. Our camping trips are beginner-friendly and children are encouraged to participate; no experience is necessary.

Please visit https://1000islandskayaking.com/2-night-camping-trips/ for more information and to make your booking today. Feel free to call or email us at 613-463-9564 or [email protected] - we are more than happy to help!

08/26/2023

Can you spot the island cottage in the background of this picture? 🏡

While the National Park controls 26 of the 1864 islands in the 1000 Islands region, the remaining islands are privately owned. This fact surprises many tourists, who often assume that all of the islands are public. It is important to respect the privacy of island owners while enjoying the St. Lawrence River. Be sure to only land on National Park islands and to keep a respectful distance while paddling past these private properties.

Happy paddling everyone!

Address

110 Kate Street
Gananoque, ON
K7G2M5

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16134639564

Website

http://www.1000islandskayaking.com/

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1000 Islands Kayaking 2022 Season Recap in Pictures📸 As today is our last day open before the off-season, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank each of our clients that enjoyed the river with us this season. We had a blast and we hope you did too! We’d also like to thank the Gananoque community for all of your support - we wouldn’t be able to do this without you! We look forward to seeing you all again next year! We wish everyone a happy and healthy off-season💙 View the video with sound on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjiLtv9gyk3/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=