Self-service Kayak Rental - Bjørvika, Oslo (Summer and Winter)

Safety:

• You must have prior kayaking experience before renting a kayak from Mad Goats. You must know how to rescue yourself and others. If you do not know how to perform a kayak rescue, then we ask you not to rent a kayak, and instead sign up for our 2.5-hour beginner kayak (våttkort) course where you will learn the basic kayak rescues and paddle techniques to keep you safe and happy on the water. If you have no experience and just and just want to get out paddling, then we recommend you join on one of our kayaking tours in central Oslo - you can book those here. 

• You must own your own drysuit when paddling during the winter months November - March.

• If you are renting a kayak during winter (November - March) you must know how to rescue yourself and others, always paddle with at least one other person, and have at least 2 years kayak experience, a Norwegian våttkort, or equivalent kayak qualification: Svensk or Euro Paddle Pass, or other similar kayak course certificate.

• Wear clothing appropriate to the days weather conditions, always paddle in conditions related to your skills and always check the weather before you go kayaking. If it is cold/rainy we recommend wearing woollen thermal underwear, a warm jacket/jersey, and wet weather gear. Take water, sunscreen, and sun glasses.

General Info: 

Membership discounts: sign up to either Akerselva Padleklubb to receive a 50% discount on all Mad Goats activities or join Fjord CleanUP and get free kayak rental through their “Kayak4Trash” initiative, plus a 50% discount on all Mad Goats activities, including kayaking and rafting tour, courses, and SUP rental in Oslo and in Sjoa. 

Double kayaks: we do not rent double kayaks from our Mad Goats Bjørvika location but we do from our Mad Goats Tjuvholmen kayak base, which is still in central Oslo - you can book a double kayak from us here.

Booking: Once you have booked you will be emailed instructions, including the codes to access the kayaking equipment. 

Opening hours: 0700 - 22.00, Monday to Sunday, All Year Around.  

Location:  Munch Brygge, Bjørvika, Oslo “Mad Goats Bjørvika” on Google maps. 

Includes: Includes kayak, spray skirt, paddle, sponge, pump, and life vest.

Storage and changing: we do not have changing rooms but the area is sheltered and relatively private (just make sure you arrive ready or bring a towel/poncho). We have a locked storage cupboard located on the middle raft where you can leave your belongings while out kayaking.  

Duration: Pick up and return at any time during the session booked. Please return before dark, unless you are renting for more than one day. 

Weather: Do not paddle on the fjord if the wind speed is higher than 8 m/s - you can check the weather conditions here. 

Security: Make sure you strap your kayaks back onto the kayak racks after your rental and then lock the kayaks. It is important you tie the kayaks securely, otherwise they can fall off into the water.

Age Limit: 13+ Children (13 - 16 years) must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.

Clean up: Please take all rubbish and belongings out of your kayak, pump and sponge water from your kayak and leave your gear back in a neat and tidy manner so that the people renting a kayak after you can have a nice experience - karma is real! <3

Hungry after paddling? - we recommend getting a burger at Døgnvill burger which is just around the corner. 

Where to find public toilets: there are public toilet close to our paddling base. You can use either at the Munch Museum or the Opera House. 

Good to know (and safety stuff one more time!);

• We recommend at least one person in the group has their kayak våttkort certification from the Norwegian Paddle Federation, commonly known as "the Våttkort”. 

• You must have enough experience to rescue yourself and others if you plan to rent a kayak from us. 
• You must wear a drysuit between the months November and March. We do not provide drysuits. 

• Unless you are an experienced kayak paddler, and know how to do the self-rescue, we recommend you do not paddle alone. Join our våttkort kajakkurs if you want to level up your kayak skills, and be able to rent kayaks safely. 

• Please check the weather before departure!! If the wind speed is above 5 m/s we recommend you stay close to land and paddle in sheltered areas. If the wind speed is above 8m/s we are happy to give you a voucher to book another day. Just email your booking reference to kontakt@madgoats.no

• There are no changing facilities, but the kayak raft is sheltered and out of sight. We provide locked storage for your belongings. 

• Wear clothing appropriate to the weather conditions. Take water, sunscreen, and sun glasses.

• We suggest putting your belongings in a dry bag or enough plastic bags to keep your stuff dry. 

• Please take all rubbish away with you after kayaking and do not leave in the kayak.

• Please empty your kayak of water after finishing your paddling trip, and sponge out any remaining water. 

“CATCH YOU ON THE WATER!”