Water Activities in Washington, DC

Unwind on a private yacht with below-deck seating and onboard comforts

Paddle the Potomac with a stable canoe rental at Fletcher’s

Cruise the Potomac with a welcome drink, onboard bar, and waterfront views

Glide across the Potomac River with landmark views

Learn stand-up paddleboarding basics on the Potomac River

See Chesapeake landmarks and explore historic Oxford by boat

Learn kayak basics and practice strokes on the Potomac in 60 minutes

Rent a rowboat at Fletcher’s and explore the Potomac at your own pace

Paddle the Potomac with Washington Monument views

Paddle the Anacostia River while helping remove floating trash

See Washington’s illuminated landmarks from the Potomac after dark

See three historic lighthouses from the water

Paddle the calm Washington Channel from The Wharf with board, paddle, and PFD included

Paddle Fletchers Cove with a guide and quick kayak instruction

Bring your own drinks and cruise Annapolis on a private tiki boat for 8–16

Row a stable single scull on the Potomac River

Cruise the Potomac and learn DC design stories from Georgetown to the National Mall

Customize a private DC-area boat tour from National Harbor (2-hour minimum)

Paddle past DC monuments, then relax with live music at Key Bridge Boathouse

Private, customizable boat tour from The Yards Marina for up to 6 guests

Paddle National Harbor in a beginner-friendly sit-on-top kayak

Cruise Chesapeake Bay with your own drinks, music, and flexible stops

Build hands-on skills for independent coastal sailing on larger boats

Refine your technique on a Potomac River single scull