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    Canoe & Kayak Rental in Buchanan

    Self-guided river rentals for experienced paddlers with their own shuttle

    4.9 stars• 662 reviews
    From$61/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Includes

    Boat, paddle, life jacket

    Highlights

    Explore the river independently with a day-long canoe or kayak rental. This rental-only option does not include shuttle service.
    • Explore the river at your own pace
    • Rent a canoe, single kayak, or tandem kayak for the day
    • Add a rental boat to a group that already has its own boats
    • Use extra rental boats for visiting paddlers

    What's Included

    • Boat rental
    • Paddle
    • Life jacket

    Know before you go

    • Previous paddling experience and knowledge of river launch and take-out points are required
    • Bring multiple vehicles capable of safely transporting rental boats and running your own shuttle
    • Return the rental boat safely to the shop at the end of your trip
    • Keep rental boats off all Class III river sections, including the Balcony Falls section of the James River
    • Complete the online waiver and risk acknowledgement before check-in; each adult needs a separate waiver, while minors may be grouped with a parent or legal guardian

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 96 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to high water, severe weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. No refunds with less than 96 hours' notice; no-shows are charged in full.

    FAQs

    Ages 6+ only. Small children must ride in a boat with a parent or legal guardian.

    Meeting details

    Twin River Shop, 640 Lowe Street, Buchanan, VA 24066

    Experience provided by Twin Rivers Outfitters
    Experience provided by Twin Rivers Outfitters

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    Customer in a Canoe

    $61.22

    All prices per person. Maximum 2 person per canoe.

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    Sit-on-Top Single Kayak

    $38.96

    One person per kayak

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    Sit-Inside Single Kayak

    $38.96

    One person per kayak

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    Customers in a Tandem Kayak

    $61.22

    All prices per person.

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    KAYAK PADDLE RENTAL

    $5.28

    Paddle Rental included with boat rental. This is just for an extra paddle.

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    CANOE PADDLE RENTAL

    $5.28

    Paddle Rental included with boat rental. This is just for an extra paddle.

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    LIFE JACKET RENTAL

    $5.28

    PFD Rental included with boat rental. This is just for an extra jacket.

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    662 reviews•Google Maps
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    Robert, John, and the rest of the crew here have built something genuinely special on the James River. The multi-day glamping kayak trips get the most praise, with reviewers raving about how thoroughly the staff prepares guests before they ever hit the water. Detailed maps, personalized route briefings, gear transport between campsites, and mid-river check-ins all point to an operation that has clearly thought through every detail. The glamping setups themselves seem to consistently impress, with raised platform tents, cots, fire pits, and river views making for a comfortable overnight experience without sacrificing the adventure. Single-day kayak and tubing trips get high marks too, with staff earning repeated praise for making first-timers feel confident and welcome. The customer service extends well beyond the trip itself, with reviewers noting how flexible and accommodating the team is when plans change. Honestly, the reviews here are remarkably consistent in their enthusiasm, which is saying something across hundreds of trips. If you are looking for a well-organized river outfitter where the staff genuinely cares about your experience, this appears to be a standout choice in the region.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Highly recommend Twin Rivers!!! So we rented a canoe for the 4th of July for grab and go- I assumed it would fit perfectly in my husband's truck- when we got there to pick it up we quickly found out there was no way to get it to fit. We were highly bummed out. We knew Twin Rivers was super busy, but we asked them if there was any way they could drive the canoe to the Springwood boat ramp and we could get it from there, this was totally last minute, not planned, and right at the beginning of a super busy day for them. They said yes!!! So we went down to the ramp and waited about 20 minutes and they came and dropped the canoe off for us! It was so nice of them to go out of their way for us so we could enjoy a trip down the river on 4th of July. Thank you so much Twin Rivers for making our day! Already planning to use you guys again 🥰

    Photo of Esther Russell

    Esther Russell

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Highly recommend Twin Rivers!!! So we rented a canoe for the 4th of July for grab and go- I assumed it would fit perfectly in my husband's truck- when we got there to pick it up we quickly found out there was no way to get it to fit. We were highly bummed out. We knew Twin Rivers was super busy, but we asked them if there was any way they could drive the canoe to the Springwood boat ramp and we could get it from there, this was totally last minute, not planned, and right at the beginning of a super busy day for them. They said yes!!! So we went down to the ramp and waited about 20 minutes and they came and dropped the canoe off for us! It was so nice of them to go out of their way for us so we could enjoy a trip down the river on 4th of July. Thank you so much Twin Rivers for making our day! Already planning to use you guys again 🥰

    Photo of Esther Russell

    Esther Russell

    July 5, 2026

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