History
Wateriders changed the way people can experience our great city in the summer of 1997 when they became the original kayak tour company on the Chicago River. Over 100,000 adventurous people from across the globe have paddled with Wateriders on kayaking expeditions to explore more of the history and architecture of downtown Chicago. After moving to a more central location in River North (on the East Bank Club riverwalk), Wateriders is now even closer than ever to the best views, the major attractions, public transit, and offers affordable parking!
Specialties
Wateriders offers guided kayak tours and rentals on the Chicago River. Paddling through the steel and concrete canyons along the bustling Riverwalk in the heart of downtown Chicago is a vantage point unparalleled by any other mode of transport. Human-powered boats give you the freedom to move at your own pace and rhythm. We emphasize creating personal, quality guest experiences. History and Architecture tours, Fireworks tours, Gangster tours, Group Paddles, and unguided kayak rentals are available.