Kayakomat

KAYAKOMAT is the world’s No. 1 paddlesport rental company. Founded by Point 65 Sweden, Scandinavia’s leading paddlesport brand since 1996, KAYAKOMAT was launched with the mission of making paddling more available to everyone, thanks to our innovative automated self-service rental solution for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

From our base camp in Stockholm, we’ve expanded to 12 countries with nearly 300 rental stations and 100,000 paddlers on the water in season.

Our “franchise-lite” model offers entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to open their own kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental station with little maintenance and low investment—a perfect chance for a profitable side business.

The KAYAKOMAT Franchise Opportunity

Starting your own KAYAKOMAT rental station is the ideal side business to earn extra income without a heavy workload.

Your primary revenue comes from rental fees, but you can also boost earnings with seasonal passes, gift cards, and selling second-hand kayaks at the end of the season.

The key costs are fixed monthly hardware fees for your rental equipment and a software fee. These costs don’t increase as your business grows, allowing your profit margins to expand over time.

There’s an initial investment of about €4,500 to €7,800 to join the concept. Your investment depends on the size of your station, with options for 6 to 12 kayak or paddleboard rental slots.

Your Franchise Package

KAYAKOMAT offers you a full support package to set you up for success.

• A turnkey solution: Your KAYAKOMAT station, high-quality rental equipment, a personalised website, and a seamless booking system.
• Comprehensive onboarding: Digital training and personalised support to ensure you’re set up for success.
• Support: From our in-house team with expertise in customer service, marketing, and technology, ensuring your business runs smoothly.
• Marketing: Regional and national advertising on Google, social media, and through PR.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Maintenance: Keep your station clean. Your customers are required to return the equipment in good condition, but occasional revamps are needed.
• Local Marketing: Promote your station. Connect with hotels, tourist offices, and businesses to boost your bookings.
• Customer Service: Most customers you’ll never even notice, but when someone needs help, your number is there to call. Issues are rare and most situations can easily be resolved remotely.

Why you should join KAYAKOMAT

• A fun, easy-to-manage side business that requires little maintenance and administration, thanks to our automated self-service model.
• Low investment to get started, with high potential to reach profitability early.
• A meaningful business—bring an affordable, healthy, and eco-friendly outdoor activity to your community.
• Scalable with significant growth potential—easily open new rental stations as you grow.
• Enter a growing market driven by the rise in outdoor activities, eco-tourism, and post-pandemic demand for nature-based experiences.