Adventure Brief
Explore Tempe’s waterways together with a hard kayak built for two. Discover the perfect blend of city views and desert nature on this private adventure.
2–4 hours
easy
From $79.87
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
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Trip Details from the Operator
Key Highlights
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, including beginners with basic stamina for paddling.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- Western kingbirds
About Riverbound Sports Paddle Co.
Riverbound Sports Paddle Co. is a Tempe, Arizona–based paddle sports provider offering inflatable kayak rentals, stand-up paddleboard (SUP) lessons, and guided paddling tours. The company focuses on accessible, gear-inclusive experiences that let visitors explore local lakes, rivers, and Tonto National Forest waterways. Rentals include one-person and two-person inflatable kayaks that are easy to transport and quick to inflate, with options for full-day or moonlight rentals and an early pickup available for select bookings.
Instructional programs range from 90-minute beginner lessons to structured SUP Skills courses. Riverbound Sports offers SUP Skills Levels 1–3 as two-hour sessions that cover stroke efficiency, sculling, reverse maneuvers, turns, bracing, and rescue techniques. The River SUP lesson on the Lower Salt River is taught by an ACA Certified instructor and focuses on navigating currents and board control in moving water. Guided tours include the Canyon Lake Paddle Tour through Tonto National Forest—highlighting Tortilla Creek and Mormon Flat Dam—and the Lower Salt River Tour featuring wildlife viewing and the Salt River wild horses.
All offerings are presented in third-person, skill-focused formats with clear equipment details and timeframes. The business lists rentals, small-group lessons, private lessons, multi-level skills courses, and guided tours to accommodate families, solo paddlers, and advanced paddlers seeking focused coaching. Riverbound Sports Paddle Co. emphasizes practical instruction, convenient rental logistics, and site-specific knowledge for paddling around Tempe and nearby Arizona waterways.
Book a Kayak Rental or SUP Lesson Today
Reserve inflatable kayaks, sign up for ACA‑certified river SUP lessons, or join a guided Canyon Lake or Lower Salt River tour—limited group sizes and seasonal availability.
Adventure Tips
Wear a life jacket at all times
Safety first: always wear the provided life jacket to ensure a secure paddle experience.
essential
Apply sunscreen generously
Arizona sun can be intense; protect your skin with high SPF sunscreen before and during your outing.
warning
Bring a refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial when kayaking in warm climates like Tempe’s desert environment.
essential
Secure loose items
Use waterproof bags or containers for phones, keys, and other valuables to avoid losing them in the water.