Boat rental on Okanagan Lake at a glance
Peachland sits on the west shore of Okanagan Lake, so the water is right at the end of Beach Avenue. Paddleboards and kayaks are the easy way onto the lake. Motorboats need more paperwork and planning. Either way, the lake is large and the weather can change, so check conditions on the day.
These example 2026 rates for paddlecraft in Peachland show what to expect, but other businesses may charge differently. Ask about tax and online fees when you book.
Our picks: on the lake
Both options come with a captain or crew, so you skip the rental paperwork. The cruise suits a relaxed group, parasailing a short thrill. Self-drive boats are not on this list.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide and Viator. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Tandem parasailing over Okanagan Lake
- Safety gear provided
- Life jackets and harnesses
- Taxes and fees included
A short flight for two over the lake with harnesses and life jackets provided. Taxes and fees are in the price.
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Okanagan Lake cruise on a classic wooden boat
- Captain and sightseeing
- Seating on deck
- Coolers with ice
A 90-minute cruise with a captain, seating and a sound system. Coolers with ice are on board for whatever you bring along.
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Boat tours, paddling and lake activities around Peachland and Kelowna, with live prices and availability.
Renting a motorboat: what you need
Anyone driving a motorboat in Canada needs proof of competence. For visitors from abroad there are several routes. You can hold a Pleasure Craft Operator Card, complete the rental boat checklist with the rental company, or carry proof that meets the rules of your home country. The checklist is a short briefing you fill in together with the company, and you keep it on board for the length of the rental only. A boat without a motor does not need any of this.
- Life jackets: wear one and check that the boat carries the required safety gear.
- Your own skills: a card proves you took a course, not that you can handle a boat in wind and waves.
- Weather: ask the rental company about lake conditions on your day and about local hazards.
There is no general motorboat price, deposit or minimum age that applies everywhere, so ask each company before you book.
Paddleboard and kayak rental in Peachland
Paddlecraft rental is on the Peachland waterfront, and the 2026 season starts on 1 June. In June hours are shorter, from Thursday or Friday to Sunday, with extra days by arrangement. In July and August rentals open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., depending on the weather. For long-term rentals a deposit of CA$500 applies. Check September hours with the business before you plan an autumn paddle.
Keep paddlecraft out of the marked swimming zone at Swim Bay, where boats, paddleboards, kayaks and inflatables are not allowed. Our guide to beaches in Peachland shows where to swim.
Boats on the lake near Kelowna and Peachland
Kelowna is about 30 minutes north of Peachland by road. Its Waterfront Park at 1200 Water Street has a beach area, toilets and a boardwalk link to City Park. Rental options differ by town and by season, so compare the places you can reach rather than assuming the same choice everywhere.
Our guide to Okanagan Lake near Peachland covers swimming and boating rules, and the Kelowna page has the city waterfront in more detail.
Ramps, docks and lake rules
The municipal day dock in Peachland has no overnight moorings. Near ramps, docks and swimming areas, go slowly. During a wildfire emergency the municipal boat ramps on Beach Avenue and Princeton Avenue can close, and boats must give firefighting aircraft room. Wildfire smoke and closures can change a plan at short notice, so keep a flexible day.
Rattlesnake Island, across the water from Peachland, has rocky shores and shallows. Enjoy it as a landscape feature from your boat, but do not plan to land or swim across to it.
More on the lake
Swim, hike or drive on from the water.
Boat rental on Okanagan Lake: frequently asked questions
Do I need a licence to rent a boat?
For a motorboat you need proof of competence. A Pleasure Craft Operator Card, the rental boat checklist completed with the company or proof that meets your home country rules can be enough. A boat without a motor does not need it.
How much does a kayak or paddleboard cost?
One local business gives CA$25 for one hour on a single kayak or stand-up paddleboard, CA$35 for a double kayak and CA$40 for two hours on a paddleboard in 2026. Other businesses may charge differently.
Can I rent a motorboat in Peachland?
Ask the rental companies directly. Motorboat prices, deposits and minimum ages differ and are not the same across the lake.
Are life jackets required?
Wear one, and make sure the boat carries the required safety equipment. Check the weather and local hazards before you leave the shore.
Can I take a kayak into the Swim Bay swimming area?
No. Boats, paddleboards, kayaks and inflatable craft are not allowed in the marked swimming zone.
Can I moor overnight at the Peachland dock?
No. The municipal day dock has no overnight moorings.