Ocean River Adventures

06/02/2026

Water Bike rentals and tours now open in downtown Victoria!

Our long awaited Water bikes are now on the water and ready to be peddled…

See the Victoria Harbour and Gorge area from a new angle, creating unforgettable memories 🌊🚴‍♂️

Book today at Oceanriver.com or through the link in our bio

06/01/2026

Don’t take our word for it, take theirs.

Join one of our Oak Bay tours to experience scenic coastline, spot local wildlife, and explore with guides who know these waters like home.

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05/31/2026

See what people have to say about our sea kayak tours in Downtown Victoria's Harbour.

Tours run multiple times daily from our Downtown location. Book one for yourself today at Oceanriver.com

05/29/2026

Looking to build up your kayaking skills?

We have a packed schedule of clinics and courses coming up this June.

Clinics:
➡Essential Kayak Navigation — June 5
➡Edging & Bracing (Intermediate)— June 7
➡ Greenland Style Rolling (Beginner) — June 7
➡Capsize & Recovery — June 10
➡Refine Your Strokes — June 17
➡Essential Kayak Navigation — June 19
➡Capsize & Re-entries (Dynamic Waters)— June 21
➡Currents — June 23
➡Capsize & Re-entries (Flat Waters)— June 21
➡From Chart to Water — June 26
➡Rolling — June 30

Paddle Canada Courses:
➡Sea Kayaking Level 1 (2-day course) — June 13-14
➡Sea Kayaking Basics (1-day course) — June 20
➡Sea Kayaking Level 1 (2-day course) — June 27-28

All clinics and courses are based out of our Oak Bay location. Register today at Oceanriver.com

05/28/2026

We have another overnight night kayaking trip x Paddle Canada level 1 certification trip coming up in partnership with , June 12-14!

Taking place in the beautiful Desolation Sound, enjoy 3 days of kayaking, camping, and learning along the BC coast.

The program includes certified instruction, all meals, group camping gear, and Paddle Canada certification upon successful completion.

⛰️🌊 With its calm, warm waters and breathtaking scenery, Desolation Sound offers the perfect classroom for your next step in Sea Kayaking.

Recent wet exit and assisted re-entry skills are required

Sea kayak Trips around Vancouver Island and Gulf Island. Kayaking our favourites Saturna Island , Discovery Island, and Trial Island. Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Boarding.

05/26/2026

The Ocean River staff got out on the water yesterday with the staff to celebrate the beginning of the season.

Although we started in pouring rain, the crew continued on and were treated with a beautiful rainbow 🌈

Our fleet was put to good use with a mix of single/double kayaks, paddle boards, surf skis, and our NEW hydrobikes out on the water. We made quite the pack!

It was great to all get together and share our excitement for the season ahead. We can’t wait to see you out there!

05/26/2026

Feel confident out there this summer with Ocean River’s clinics and courses

Whether you are a beginner, a seasoned paddler looking for a refresher, or anyone in between, we can help you take your skills to the next level.

Check out our clinics and courses page for more info (link in bio)

We offer accredited Paddle Canada Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 certification courses for sea kayak paddlers. Want more technical skills? Consider on of our rolling, capsize, self rescue or advances skills classes.

05/20/2026

Curious about the dry suits we sell?

Today Kim is reviewing the NRS Axiom GORE-TEX Pro Dry Suit.

Let us know what review you want to see next!

05/20/2026

Online & In-store Gear Sale!

Until May 25th, NRS and Palm products are up to 20% off.

Shop them in store at our Oak Bay location, or online today at Oceanriver.com