Wayzata Kayak Rentals - Lake Minnetonka Kayak Rentals

Rent a kayak in Wayzata, MN, the perfect way to explore Wayzata Bay at Lake Minnetonka. Get a workout while you explore majestic Lake Minnetonka - one of Minnesota’s largest and most cherished bodies of water.

Wayzata is located along the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, and our kayak rentals are located right at Wayzata Beach! You can paddle along the shoreline, admiring the views of the lake and houses dotting the shoreline, or paddle out to Spirit Island, a tiny picturesque island on the north side of the bay, about 1 mile away.

🗺️ Kayaking Lake Minnetonka near Wayzata Beach

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Kayak Rentals at Lake Minnetonka

We offer lightweight and stable kayak rentals for all abilities. Rent by the hour, half day, full day or multi-day. We turn over our gear annually and offer a brand new rental fleet every season. Wai Nani Surf & Paddle only uses the best, most enjoyable rental kayaks around.

We offer single and tandem kayak rentals.

Kayak Rental Availability

Kayak rentals are available every day except Monday and Tuesday from May through mid-September.

Wednesday - Friday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Meeting Location

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250 Grove Ln E.

Wayzata, MN 55391

Duration

You can rent for a 1 or 2-hour duration online

🎁 What’s Included

✔ Kayak and paddle(s)

✔ PFD (life jacket)

🧳 What to Bring (suggested list)

A swimsuit, rash guard, or athletic top with shorts as appropriate kayaking attire.
We also recommend a towel, dry clothes, and some waterproof sunscreen. You may opt for some sunglasses (with an attachment strap) and a hat for extra sun protection.
Hydration is very important during and after kayaking.

💪🏽Health and Fitness Requirements

To ensure the utmost safety of our guests, participants MUST be in good physical condition to independently pull themselves up in the event they fall off their kayak. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI if you are unsure if you meet this critical safety requirement.

About the Shop

Based out of the Wayzata Public Beach on scenic Lake Minnetonka MN, Wai Nani Surf & Paddle is the leading Twin Cities Full Service Stand Up Paddleboard & Kayak Service Provider offering SUP rentals, lessons, paddle board fitness and yoga, custom group events, and community. We support the Three Rivers Parks District and our Local YMCA with discounted equipment rentals.

We carry all of the required licenses, permits, and insurance to provide rentals and classes at Lake Minnetonka.

🌱Sustainability and Conservation

No single-use items are provided (water bottles etc.) and all of our e-bikes are charged using 100% solar energy!

🏫 Facility Information

Storage: unlocked but observed by staff behind the desk
Water fill station for water bottles
Public Showers

🅿️ Parking

Free on-site public parking

📝 Policies

Cancellation policy

24-hour notice: SUP & Kayak Rental Participants will receive a full refund provided a 24-hour notice of cancellation is given.
Weather: A full refund is provided In the event of cautious wind/weather (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Please allow for a window of 7-10 business days for the refund to process. No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.

🌧️Weather policy

A light shower can be refreshing and over in 5 minutes. But, if more substantial rain is anticipated, we will reschedule at a more convenient time. Additionally, if we believe the day’s weather or water conditions to be hazardous, we reserve the right to reschedule.
Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will contact renters/class participants a minimum of 1-hour prior to their reservation.
Please provide both email and cell phone numbers at the time of your reservation.
Full refunds will be given for any beach or operational closure as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.

Safety First! Conditions, especially high off-shore wind, can be extremely deceptive for those new to paddleboarding. Wai Nani Surf & Paddle reserves the right to close operations in the event of cautious wind (10+ mph) and weather.

🙋🏽‍♀️FAQs

What is the minimum age requirement for participants?

Due to safety concerns, Kayak rentals at Wayzata Beach are for individuals age 12+ only

What happens in case of bad weather or unfavorable weather conditions?

Safety First! Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will contact renters/class participants a minimum of 1-hour prior to their reservation in the event of a wind/weather cancellation (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Full refunds will be given for any Wai Nani Surf & Paddle beach closure.

Can I leave my personal belongings behind?

Yes, you can. We have storage cubbies that are available for you to store your belongings in. They’re not lockers but our staff is present at the desk.

What is the cancellation policy in case I need to cancel or reschedule?

24-hour notice: SUP & Kayak Rental Participants will receive a full refund provided a 24 Hour Notice of Cancellation is given.
Weather: A full refund is provided In the event of cautious wind/weather (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Please allow for a window of 7-10 business days for the refund to process. No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.
No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.

Are there any restroom facilities available on-site?

We are located at a public park which has free restrooms, showers, and water fountains available for use.

Is there a place to change or shower at the studio or location?

There are public bathrooms with showers available right next to our location at Wayzata Public Beach.

Do I need to make a Lake Minnetonka kayak rental reservation in advance?

We highly recommend a reservation to guarantee availability, but we do offer walk-up rentals as well.

Are the kayaks sit on top or sit inside kayaks?

We have both, sit inside and ride on top. The exact kayak will be based on availability, we’ll

do our best to get you the one you want.

Lake Minnetonka Kayaking Adventures