This place is THE BEST place to rent kayaks/canoes on the Erie Canal. It is perfectly located…read moreright by the chute entrance into the canal, making it so simple to rent and be in the water in seconds. The chute entrance into the canal is suited for anyone - but especially useful for elders or those with mobility issues. But the best part of Erie Canal Boat Company in Fairport is the owner Pete. He wants everyone to love boating and get the best experience possible. First he has and knows everything about the equipment and will get you perfectly situated for what you need to have an amazing time out on the water. What really shines is his personality though... Pete is a giver and is generous with his time, expertise and enthusiasm for paddling. He not only runs the shop, but helps get you in and out of the boat and safely in and out of the canal. He loves what he does and he loves helping you get out and enjoying the canal. His enthusiasm is contagious. He is simply THE BEST!!! We had the best time this morning and can't wait to spend many days this summer out on the water with Pete's help. Just be brave and go. It's the most wonderful feeling!

We rented a tandem kayak from 5pm to 7pm (we finished up at about 6:20 because it started raining)…read more The water was not crowded at all; there were two boats that passed by us. The water was clean in some parts and not in others. There were a few large branches we had to avoid. We got a quick good lesson on kayaking before we went into the water; it was very helpful. Our kayaking journey was absolutely beautiful. We passed a whole lot of ducks. They really kept us entertained. We passed a cute park, went through some gorgeous neighborhoods. Overall, there were a lot of trees on the shore by the canal so it felt very serene. I would recommend kayaking here! :)

The BayCreek Paddling Center has a great location and a large inventory of canoes, kayaks and…read morepaddleboards for rent. My daughter, son-in-law and I got set up with kayaks and headed out to explore the creek. We spent a solid 2 1/2 hours paddling the winding waterway, marveling at the birds, turtles and wildlife in general. Very peaceful and surprisingly scenic experience. The employees were all very nice, professional and helpful.

We had an awesome experience kayaking with bay creek. I would have had no idea these wetlands…read moreexisted if it weren't for them. There are options for canoes, single and double kayaks and paddle boards. Excellent for groups as well. It is first come first serve but there were plenty of kayaks left when we got there around 11 am on a Sunday. The process of getting a kayak and leaving was quick and easy and overall it a good price. Everything is priced per hour and per person. Definitely a fun summer activity you must try

This was our fourth trip with Erie Canal Adventures, and the longest yet - we were on the boat for…read more11 days. The canal boats are easy and fun to drive, exceptionally well maintained, nicely equipped (the knives are awful, but aren't they always?), comfortable, and supported by a great team of exceptionally helpful staff. The Erie Canal and upstate New York are amazing. The summer climate is outstanding, mosquitoes are few, the cities and towns along the canal are so much fun to explore, and fellow boaters are friendly and helpful. We only used our A/C two nights out of eleven, and slept out "in the wild" two nights. This year we went west for the first time, after traveling eastbound the last 3 adventures. East and West provide very different experiences. West is far more urban and upscale, east is generally more rural, natural (passing through the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge), and definitely quieter both on and off the canal. A couple of tips...before you choose to tie up for the night, check the distance to the train tracks on the map, and listen for a while before finalizing your decision. The train noise can be thunderous depending on proximity of the tracks, and it varies greatly by location. Go slow, but...at low speed, these boats are almost indestructible. Don't worry, you will be well trained in both the theory and practice of navigation before your trainer turns you loose on the canal, and yes, you will handle it just fine. Bring your own knife, but pretty much everything else will be supplied that you need. We eat in most nights, but you can eat out everywhere to the west, and in most towns to the east if you prefer. Read a book about the history of the canal before you go if you're into that sort of thing (or bring it along to read along the way). It's almost impossible to overestimate the importance of the Erie Canal in creating the country we live in today. Tech support is top notch. We discovered we were missing a screen the first night out...and called in to base to ask for a replacement. They had one fabricated on the first weekday we were out, and delivered it to one of the lift-bridge masters we were heading toward. The bridge master brought it down to us after we passed under the lift bridge. Finally, the moment where you get to pilot your boat over a bridge, and look down on the highway passing underneath your boat is super-cool. I've rented houseboats in Voyageurs National Park and Lake of the Woods in Minnesota/Ontario, Lake Roosevelt in Washington, half a dozen times on the Mississippi River between the Twin Cities and south of Dubuque, and owned a small houseboat on the Mississippi. These canal boats are cooler, as is the Canal. I'd recommend this trip over any of those for the boating experience (unless you're really into fishing...that's a different trip).

What an amazing vacation we had on the Canandaigua ! The boat seems a bit large on their web page,…read morebut it turns out it was perfectly sized for three , and easy enough to pilot and park. It had all the comforts of a small floating hotel room. A Full kitchen , comfortable beds, air conditioning , sheets, linens, towels, pots and pans, silverware and to top it all off, a bicycle for each of us. Erie Canal Adventures has thought of everything. Their three hour training was thorough and easy to understand, and included practice time on the canal and negotiating lock 30 twice. All their employees are patient and helpful as were all the other boaters we encountered. On several occasions we experienced a little difficulty with the docking process and each time other boaters were there to assist. There are many towns along the canal, most of which offer dock space and electrical and water hookups, sometimes for a small fee, but often for free. The boats motor along at a stately 6 mph, which might seem slow in 2025, but it's precisely the right pace on the canal. Even on the hottest days 6 mph was fast enough that there was always a cooling breeze. I can't recommended this vacation highly enough. I'd like to say that it was the vacation of a lifetime, but I strongly suspect I'll be back next year.

It's a great place to learn the basics of whitewater kayaking. Safe and easy to get toread more

2 adults and 3 kids using SUPs- the boards were overreractive and difficult to maneuver in the…read morecanal. When we returned, there were no staff around for guidance or to remove the boards. No directions on taking them out before we went in, either. Pulled up all the equipment, found out the boards were the way they were because only 1 had a rudder- the rest were broken! Then I double checked my life jacket pocket and found a used mask. So clearly...sanitizing isn't a priority. Overall- no guidance, broken equipment, and unsanitary practices. Paid full price. I even asked the kid at the desk about the boards and he was like "yeah they break off so we ordered some more"- I was trying to explain how that would have been helpful to know because it was so challenging for the kids to maneuver. Then I realized I sounded like a Karen, said good day and I just won't be back.

We bought the wine and jazz cruise and enjoyed it thoroughly. There was 2 wineries and one…read morebeer/winery on board. Because I bought my ticket with the nys wine card it was a VIP ticket so we boarded before general admission. We did some tasting prior to sailing off so we could enjoy the music and view while out on Lake Ontario. They also served light snacks which was a great idea! I think we will have to do it again next year. There was 3 cruises to choose from and if you are reading this they still have one more cruise in October for this year. Great time and wonderful fun people.

I am an sales associate with Howard Hanna Greece office and we were treated to a boat trip today on…read morethe Harbor Town Belle. I have to say that the staff, food, cleanliness and even the weather was excellent! I will recommend the trip to others.

I've never actually been inside this establishment. There is no need to. You drive up by boat,…read morepump your own gas and pay the older man, IN CASH. They are located next to a bar and grill that has outdoor seating. The down side is, they are located in a very shallow and weedy area. Make sure that if you come by boat, hug the side of the tree line. Also, on occasion you will find floating/protruding logs, WATCH OUT!

I called needing some parts for my boat. Dylan was very helpful behind the parts counter. He sold…read moreme what items he had in stock and gave me the part numbers of what else I needed to ease my search elsewhere. It is very rare these days to find good service, but I was truly impressed at Shumway.

Located in Rochester just up the Genesee River off Lake Ontario, Shumway is a full service marina…read morewith super good docking facilities and really friendly service. Though it has a good number of power boats most of the boats moored there are sailboats. They have plenty of parking, rather sturdy floating dock structures and the location provides easy access to Lake Ontario. Of the number of marinas in the area, I've always found Shumway to be one of the better if not the very best.

We had an awesome day aboard Bulldog's boat! He knew right where to go to get the fish and was very…read moreknowledgeable and experienced. The boat was in great condition and Bulldog was a great captain and had us laughing all day while we fished. He went out of his way for a special accommodation for us too. I highly recommend this charter.