Neto’s Kayaks is a locally owned and operated kayak, tandem kayak, and paddleboard rental company in Laredo, Texas, offering unforgettable days out on Lake Casa Blanca and the Rio Grande. The crew handles drop-off, pickup, and prep for every rental, so guests can simply show up and enjoy the water.
Half-Day Rentals (4 hours, 8am-12pm or 10am-2pm) run $45 for a single kayak, $50 per person for a tandem kayak, or $45 for a paddleboard. Full-Day Rentals (8 hours, 8am-4pm) run $55 for a single kayak, $60 per person for a tandem kayak, or $55 for a paddleboard. Every rental includes a kayak, tandem kayak, or paddleboard along with lightweight performance paddles, a personal flotation device, and a safety whistle.
A guided Rio Grande Experience meets at Father Charles M. McNaboe Park at 7:30am for a scenic 4-mile paddle in groups of 5-7, running 2-3 hours with local history shared along the way and a full shuttle back to the launch site. Single kayaks run $60 and tandems $70 per person for the guided trip, with an optional $5 waterproof phone case rental and a $30 non-refundable deposit required to reserve a spot.
Guests are encouraged to bring water, sunscreen, and a hat, and to dress for the weather — a little splashing is part of the fun. The business emphasizes local expertise on both the Rio Grande and area lakes, ensuring a safe, memorable outing for paddlers of any skill level.
Guest reviews describe an easy, well-organized launch process, spotless gear, and friendly, punctual staff, with families specifically recommending the tandem kayaks and reviewers praising the guided Rio Grande tour for both the safety and the local history shared along the way.
For families, first-timers, and adventure-seekers near Laredo, Texas looking for a well-equipped kayak, tandem kayak, or paddleboard rental on Lake Casa Blanca or a guided Rio Grande paddle, Neto’s Kayaks offers a locally run, well-reviewed operation.
