north
saskatchewan
river
north
saskatchewan
river
kisiskâciwani-sîpiy
kisiskâciwani-sîpiy
Edmonton
canoe & kayak
rentals
NOrth saskatchewan
river
RURAL RIVERS offers boat rentals on the beautiful North Saskatchewan river. Perfect for private group bookings with friends, family, and coworkers, our boat rentals provide a great opportunity for a memorable outdoor adventure.
ROutes & Details
We currently offer a few options for North Saskatchewan River Shuttles at price tiers for different group sizes. Enjoy a day along the river with your friends and family in our selection of Kayaks, Tandem Kayaks and Canoes.
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Must Book Two Weeks in Advance!
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Paddles
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Lifejackets
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Throw Ropes, Whistless, Bilge Pumps
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Launching/Disembarking Assistance
Group Sizes
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Up to 20 People!
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Flexible Launch Times
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Available Everyday of the Week Until Mid October
option #1
DOWNTOWN YEG
START : Sir Wilfred Laurier Boat Launch
FINISH : Capilano Boat Launch
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DURATION : 2.5 - 4 Hours
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8 to 20 People $500 - $1250 + Tax
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$62.50 / Person
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Includes:
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Single Kayaks, Tandem Kayaks & Canoes
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Lifejackets and Safety Equipment
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Loading and Unloading Assistance
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We drop off and pick up the boats
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Private One Way School Bus Charter from Capilano to Laurier (Additional):
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Weekday $126.79 before 2:30pm
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Weekend $212.52 before 6pm
option #2
DEVON TO YEG
START : Devon Voyageur Park
FINISH : Sir Wilfred Laurier Park
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DURATION : 5 - 6 Hours
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10 to 20 People $700 - $1400 + Tax
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$70 / Person
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Includes:
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Single Kayaks, Tandem Kayaks, Canoes
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Lifejackets and Safety Equipment
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Loading and Unloading Assistance
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We drop off and pick up the boats
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INCLUDES One-Way Private School Bus Charter from Wilfred Laurier to Devon​​
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This is a private tour, your group will be the only ones on the bus!
option #3
GENESEE TO DEVON
OVERNIGHT
Park in Devon and Catch a shuttle to Genesee Bridge. Camp overnight along the North Saskatchewan River and finish paddling at your vehicles the next day. Leave or stay and get a campsite at the Devon Lions Campground ( book ahead )
START : Park in Devon Voyageur Park
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TRAVEL : Shuttle to Genesee Bridge
FINISH : Devon Boat Launch
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DURATION : 8 Hours on the water
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4 People ( 2 Canoes ) $400
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6 People ( 3 Canoes ) $600
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8 People ( 4 Canoes ) $800
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Includes:
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Lifejackets, Paddling & Safety Equipment
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Loading and Unloading Assistance
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We drop off and pick up the boats
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This is a private tour, your group will be the only ones on the shuttle!
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boat details
We currently have three boat options available for the North Sask Routes.
Adult Single Kayak ( 1 Person )
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Maximum Capacity: 275 lb (125 kg)
Tandem Kayak​ ( 2 Person )
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Maximum Capacity: 500 lbs (227 kg)
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Canoe with Backrest ( 2 Person )
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Maximum capacity: 800 lbs (362 kg)
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Can also fit 1 child under 90lbs
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Lifejackets of all sizes are available.
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booking
Call, Text or Email to book
We accept cash, debit or credit card payments - a card must be kept on file
Proof of ID is required to confirm bookings upon arrival.
Waivers must be signed by everyone participating
boat
options
Each Single kayak has limited storage space for additional items.
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You will be able to fit one backpack/dry bag. Dry Bags are recommended.
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People 16 & Up can paddle their own kayak.
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Canoes and Tandems have more room for small coolers and other items.
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all tours include:
throwropes
bilge
pumps
whistles
paddles
lifejackets
what to bring
Each canoe/kayak has limited storage space for additional items so a small dry bag / backpack is encouraged.
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Sunscreen / Bugspray / Hat / Sunglasses / Extra pair of clothes in case you get wet.
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Clothes for inclement weather ie. raincoat
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Sandals with straps are recommended, otherwise, shoes that you're not afraid to get muddy/wet will work.
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Small Cooler
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Water / Snacks / Lunch
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Dry-Bag/Ziploc for Electronics
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Trash / Recycling Bag
booking info
Free cancellation if we are notified over 7 Days in advance of your booking time. If less than 7 Days your deposit will not be refunded. Deposits are 50% of the total bill.
Extreme Weather Conditions (Such as lightning or Rain/Wind) will apply for a full refund or credit and a reschedule will be attempted.
​Any undesirable conditions experienced while renting do not apply for a refund - this includes rain halfway through your trip.
Customers are responsible for any loss or damage to rental equipment and also for personal injury.
​​No-shows or day-of cancellations will not be refunded. Weather Cancellations will be made at the discretion of our team.