Kayaking & Canoeing Gifts
Do you know someone who loves to kayak or canoe? This list has the best gifts for them for shore!
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Personalized Family Canoe Art
A family that rows together, stays together! Give the canoeing family on your gift list this personalized piece of art showing off their entire crew.
Portable Espresso Machine
This portable espresso machine is perfect for use on the water! This manually operated machine requires no batteries or electricity, and is great to throw into a dry bag for early mornings on the lake. Just add coffee grounds and hot water and pump a few times for the perfect cup of espresso!
Want more coffee gift ideas? Check out this list next!
Funny Kayak Hat
Help them protect their head and hair from sun damage with this fun kayaking themed hat. Available in seven colors, this denim washed hat is sure to be a hit!
Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Perfect for a day on the water, this waterproof Bluetooth speaker is encased in a silicone cover that also makes it dustproof and shockproof.
It can be fully immersed up to 1 meter for about 30 minutes, so no worries if it falls into the lake or ocean. The rechargeable battery also guarantees up to 12 hours of playing time, and Bluetooth devices can can connect from up to 66 feet away.
Kayak Seat Cushion
This anti-slip cushion is a great addition to any kayak, canoe, or even boat seat. Even if the neoprene cushion gets wet, the silicone print underneath will still do it’s part to prevent slipping. Plus it’s the perfect thickness - not to thick to lose their center of gravity, but thick enough to provide adequate support!
Sloth Kayak Team T-Shirt
Perfect for the recreational kayaker, we love that this fun shirt is available in a variety of background colors and sizes.
Survival Tent
Help the kayaker in your life stay prepared for anything with this travel friendly survival tent! Perfect for unexpected overnights along the shore, this compact emergency shelter expands to a water and windproof 2 person tent, and is the perfect size to keep in a backpack, canoe, kayak, or car.
Kayaker Parking Sign
This high quality aluminum sign is the perfect décor for the kayaker on your list. We love that it comes ready to hang with pre-drilled holes.
Santa Kayak Ornament
Sometimes Santa uses a sleigh, but other times he uses a red kayak to deliver gifts! This ornament with Santa in a kayak is a great addition to any kayakers tree.
LifeStraw - Personal Water Filter
Want to give a gift that could literally save their life? This is it!
The LifeStraw removes 99.999999% of waterborne bacteria (including E. coli and salmonella), and 99.999% of waterborne parasites (including giardia and cryptosporidium). It’s also a gift that’s built to last - each straw can provide up to 800 gallons of clean and safe drinking water with proper use and maintenance.
Kayak Candle
Keep Calm and Kayak On - the perfect saying for any kayaker! This hand-poured soy blended wax candle has a lovely vanilla scent and comes in a clear jar with a black lid so it will match any décor.
Columbia Watertight Jacket
A good jacket can make all the difference between an amazing water adventure and a disastrous day. The kayaker on your list will definitely appreciate this Columbia watertight jacket! Available in 40 different colors and sizes ranging from small to 6XL, you’re sure to find the perfect variation for anyone on your list.
Portable Solar Charger
This portage solar powered charger is a must have for any adventure seeker! It has the ability to charge two devices at once and offers over 100 hours of battery life.
This handy little device is also waterproof and dust proof, and comes with a light, compass, and carrying hook. Perfect for both land and sea adventures, this is one gift they will take with them everywhere they go!
Waterproof Playing Cards
A game of cards is the perfect activity when they are taking a break from the water, but a deck of traditional playing cards and water just don’t mix. These waterproof clear playing cards are the ideal solution!
Waterproof and washable, yet still easy to shuffle and deal, each deck comes with a hard-sided reusable plastic case that snaps shut so all the cards stay together - great for tossing in their bag for a day on the water!
Waterproof Dry Bag
When adventures lead you to the water, a good dry pack is essential!
This heavy duty PVC bag will endure and protect - and it even comes with a separate waterproof pouch for cell phones. With multiple color and size options, this practical gift is sure to please the kayaker on your list.
Waterproof Phone Case
Most kayakers love the water, but their phones? They like the water just a bit less. This set of two waterproof pouches is the perfect solution!
Certified waterproof up to 100 feet, the cases also include a detachable lanyard to keep them close at hand. Plus, they’re roomy enough to keep other values safe too!
Collapsible Water Bottle
Water is essential on any adventure! If the kayaker on your list is always trying to pack light, you can make sure they still have what they need to stay hydrated with this compact collapsible water bottle.
The bottle is made up of 100% food-grade materials and free of BPA, BPS, PVC, phthalates, lead, and latex. Plus, it’s leakproof and dishwasher safe! It can also be kept frozen, which is perfect to keep water cold for longer trips.
Kayak Tote
This tote is perfect to pack everything they need for their next kayaking adventure! Available in 10 different color combinations, we love that you can also personalize it with the kayaker’s name.
Paracord Bracelet
Great things come in small packages, right? Well this paracord bracelet is the perfect example!
Made up of twelve feet of high-quality parachute rope, this also includes a high-precision mini compass, a rope cutter, and a survival whistle. Your favorite kayaker is sure to appreciate this practical and functional gift.