Paddleboarding Around Newquay's Coastline
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Paddleboarding Around Newquay's Coastline
By Newquay Activity Centre
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Ages 8-85, max of 8 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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- All paddleboarding equipment
- Professional, qualified, surf instructor
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- Newquay Activity Centre Surf School, 60 Fore St, Newquay TR7 1LW, UKNewquay Activity Centre 60 Fore St, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1LW, UK *Please message us your email address to receive a confirmation email from us, with all the details in. Please meet us at 60 Fore Street, Cornwall, TR71LW. Your nearest parking is Tower road car park.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Pushchair accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 148635P8- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires reasonable weather conditions. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered an alternative activity, different date or a credit note.
- Suitable for children over 8 years of age
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 148635P8
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- henrylU3890AT0 contributionsNovember University Surf TripJust got back from a surf weekend with the Newquay Activity Centre, doing 8 hours of surfing over Saturday and Sunday. We were a large group of 24 university students, yet they made the entire process seem-less, and gave us great discounts on the surf lessons, so many thanks to Dan for helping us organise all of this. The surf instructors were also great, being very passionate and ensuring everyone was kept safe. We really liked how they separated the more experienced surfers from the beginners, allowing everyone to improve at a level right for them! The addition of getting surf photography included is one of the greatest reasons to choose the NAC, so you can flex on your friends and social media about how you’re now a surfer! We’ll 100% be back for more lessons in the future.Written 13 November 2024
- evelinar1120 contributionsExcellent experienceMy group and I had an excellent experience taking 4 beginner surf lessons this weekend. Half of our group had never surfed before, but were given all the support they needed to start. Our instructors, Oleks and Alex made the experience safe and fun. They were very personable and answered all my questions and gave tips on how to improve. The instructors were also constantly supervising us, ensuring our safety. I ended this trip feeling much more confident about surfing! Would recommend.Written 11 November 2024
- davidmC8750WH0 contributionsGreat funMy son (11 y.o.) and I booked on the Coasteering experience during the autumn half term. It was great fun, easing us up to the higher jumps, with encouragement, but no pressure, to try what we all felt comfortable with. Sarah was an excellent guide, keeping us safe, but all the while with a light touch, so there was no scaremongering. My son loved it, and coped really with the jumps, swimming and climbing. If recommend this experience.Written 8 November 2024
- Excursion432553812530 contributionsBestDan is a very patient trainer. I have always kept in touch with him. I have never met such an enthusiastic friend. I recommend everyone to try it.Written 29 October 2024
- seandX5655DN0 contributionsGreat Overall ExperienceSean was great, very accommodating when I struggled with the initial Kayaking. Took plenty of pictures. Really funny guy too. Highly recommend.Written 24 October 2024
- hannahcG1917CE0 contributionsAmazing!!I would highly recommend participating in anything Newquay Activity Centre has to offer, after just completing the intensive surf instructor course I only have good things to say! The team there are fantastic, super friendly and helpful, especially Jacob our course leader, who managed to organise and run the entire course, he made us all feel super comfortable and thoroughly enjoy ourselves. Alan, Simon and Alex were also great fun and so so helpful.Written 23 October 2024
- 882sianr0 contributionsCornish challenge complete!!We went on a hen weekend and booked the cornish challenge. It was amazing! We had so much fun. We are already planning a reunion to come back and do it again!Written 20 October 2024
- O8205JSdaniels0 contributionsAMAZINGDid the beginners surf lesson with James and Marie, had an amazing time! It was my first time surfing and James explained it and broke it all down step by step. Will be back. Thanks James and Marie!!Written 16 October 2024
- tobyk2210 contributionsAlex is an amazing instructorFirst time ever surfing in my life. Absolutely amazing! Massive thank you to Alex Warrington who helped instruct me, made it really clear and also has some incredible banta! Also thank you to Sean, who was also incredibly helpful, and made everything seem so clear and easy. Will definitely try surfing again, as you both made it seem so fun and entertaining. Thank youWritten 12 October 2024
- 250alhasana0 contributionsMany thanks to James the instructor for showing me the important lessons on kayaking.The views are amazing specially when you go In the caves. As I’m kayaking around the coast the instructor James gave me a little history. Really enjoyed it and would recommend anyone to use this service if they’ve never been kayaking on sea before. Thank you JamesWritten 12 October 2024
- joaZ4131PC0 contributionsBeginners Surf LessonFantastic experience, with a great instructor. The waves are way bigger than you expect but Fistral beach is stunning.Written 8 October 2024
- L4847LUandyc0 contributionsPrivate Bodyboarding lessonTwo of us had a private Bodyboarding lesson with James, very enjoyable time. James is very knowledgeable and gave us lots of tips about how to get the best position on the board and to get the most out of the waves, really good couple of hours. Would recommend it to anyone who wishes to advance or learn. Thanks Newquay activity center & thank you James for a very enjoyable and memorable experience.Written 6 October 2024
- Murfman19820 contributionsAwesome day out!DAISY was brilliant, really enjoyed the afternoon learning some new skills, I'd thoroughly recommend anyone to try this!Written 4 October 2024
- Nichola81uk0 contributionsAmazing!!One of the best experiences we've had as a family, Daisy was brilliant telling us all about the history of the coast line. Gave great safety advice explained how we keep safe out on the water. Will very highly recommend to anyone and everyone much love Nikki iyan and joshWritten 26 September 2024
- Getaway284864370230 contributionsProfessional, super friendly, informative , I will go back againI WILL GO BACK AGAIN ☺️ It was such a great experience. Sean was full of energy and answered our questions. We good guide and we had so much fun. Thank you so much. This was second time I went back to the. Everyone we travel to Cornwall I go to them first as they are fantastic for all they offer. Also warm shower at the back of the shop I would make a small suggestion of getting different size snorkel mask for anyone with smaller face also ask people to wear shoes on the walk to the snorkelling spot.Written 25 September 2024
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Jade E
5 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
I had a great time on the SUP tour. We had excellent weather for it and getting to try paddle boarding on the sea and along the coastline was a really fun experience. I was a bit nervous (having only done paddle boarding once before and on much calmer water) but our guide Jacob was very helpful and informative; he gave us some initial beginner tips and also showed us some optional challenges which were a good laugh. My favourite element was being able to climb inside a cave (also optional). All the staff at the centre were also really friendly. I definitely recommend the Newquay activity centre for anyone who wants to try SUP in Newquay.
Written 2 August 2024
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Thank you, Jade, for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your SUP experience with Jacob and felt supported throughout. Exploring the cave sounds like a memorable highlight! Our team always aims to create a fun and friendly atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back for more coastal adventures in Newquay soon!
Written 13 August 2024
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LoveyJunior93
Castleford, UK22 contributions
Aug 2022
We booked SUP with our Boardmasters tickets this summer, and it was definitely worth it!
When we arrived we were met by James, and told that the 14 other people who had booked on our session hadn't turned up... This worked out well for us :)
James was so down-to -earth and had insane knowledge about not only the sea life but the local area and history. We felt super safe with him as an instructor, he was very patient and even took some photos for us. The time we spent on the water was just enough, we had chance to see multiple things, and even went through a cave! The weather that day was also incredible, and the water was relatively calm so it wasn't as hard to paddle as we'd anticipated.
Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone who's even thinking about doing it, and if you're lucky, you'll get James as an instructor!
When we arrived we were met by James, and told that the 14 other people who had booked on our session hadn't turned up... This worked out well for us :)
James was so down-to -earth and had insane knowledge about not only the sea life but the local area and history. We felt super safe with him as an instructor, he was very patient and even took some photos for us. The time we spent on the water was just enough, we had chance to see multiple things, and even went through a cave! The weather that day was also incredible, and the water was relatively calm so it wasn't as hard to paddle as we'd anticipated.
Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone who's even thinking about doing it, and if you're lucky, you'll get James as an instructor!
Written 4 September 2022
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We are so pleased you got to have a private SUP tour with James, it must of been so refreshing to get to cool down in the sea over the heatwave that was board masters. Hopefully we will see you both back here again.
Written 6 September 2022
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Sarah W
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Family of 4 SUP novices (kids age 9 and 13), booked a private session and we were not disappointed. Our instructor Freddie was brilliant and she was great with our 9 year old who ran out of steam /confidence early on and got towed the majority of way becoming chief wildlife spotter!
A great experience all round as a first time taster session and we had not anticipated the wildlife too, Radley the seal being the highlight! Freddie put us at ease and shared her knowledge of local history which was really interesting.
The centre is really well organised with no delays, impressive given number number of customers and sessions going on.
We will definitely be giving SUP another go!
A great experience all round as a first time taster session and we had not anticipated the wildlife too, Radley the seal being the highlight! Freddie put us at ease and shared her knowledge of local history which was really interesting.
The centre is really well organised with no delays, impressive given number number of customers and sessions going on.
We will definitely be giving SUP another go!
Written 16 August 2022
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Many thanks for sharing your experience with us, it sounds like you all had a smashing first time Stand up paddle boarding and we appreciate your feedback on the organisation on the centre. Keep up the SUPing.
Written 28 September 2022
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Audrey M
2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
We had a fantastic time on our combo standup paddleboard / snorkeling adventure in Newquay with Oleks. Although the weather wasn’t perfect - we still got out on the water, tried all sorts of new fun things, saw seals, fish and jellyfish - and managed to stand up! Oleks did an amazing job with our 8 yo and kept him entertained and even saved the day when things got a bit chilly when the wind picked up and the rain started. Such a fun experience and really appreciated the great support!
Written 21 June 2024
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Thank you, Audrey! 🌟 We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing SUP and snorkeling adventure in Newquay with Oleks. It's wonderful that you got to see seals and marine life despite the weather. We're glad Oleks could keep your 8 yo entertained and comfortable. Hope to see you back for more coastal adventures soon! 🏄♂️🐟🌊
Written 3 July 2024
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Freedom55431866469
3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
My son and I had a fantastic Sunday morning paddleboarding up and down the Gannel Estuary with our expert guide James. The weather was fantastic, with the water being surprisingly warm. We'd only paddleboarded once before, but James had us up and running in no time, and it wasn't long before my 12 year old was doing tricks! James was really knowledgeable, not just about paddleboarding, but the local area itself. It was a really interesting and fun couple of hours. Great value, would highly recommend to anyone.
Written 21 November 2023
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Awesome review, thank you! James definitely knows his stuff, and we will be sure to let him see this :)
Written 16 December 2023
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Storm W
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
Alex was our guide and he was very friendly and entertaining. We paddleboarded around the coast and explored caves whilst he taught us about the interesting history of the land. We even saw 2 seals who popped up close to our boards. I was a complete beginner and my partner had only tried it once before but we would both paddleboard again - 10/10!
Written 19 July 2023
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Thank you for your lovely review! Alex will the happy to hear you enjoyed your session so much and have found a new love for paddle boarding!
Written 22 July 2023
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Marc R
5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
Or guide Sarah was great. Easy going and patient. The grpup was of mixed age's from young kids to middle aged and had differing levels of confidence but Sarah was both attentive and supportive. She recognised who in the group needed her the most and focused on then while not ignoring or forgetting the others. She kept us all entertained and engaged. It was a fun afternoon on the water. Of note also was Olek who helped one nervous member of the group to climb down to the cove over some steep rocks. His calm demeanor and helpful manner enabled that person to overcome their fear and join the party on the beach. All in all the service was excellent from the reception on arrival to the writing up of the session.
Written 22 August 2023
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WOW! what an amazing review! we are stoked we got to share such an amazing experience with you and can't wait to welcome you back for more fun in the ocean very soon!
Many thanks
Team NAC
Written 25 September 2023
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Claire E
2 contributions
Josh was a great instructor- we were a group of very mixed abilities and he managed to structure the session so it was fun for everyone. His tips were really good and we were all standing up and paddle boarding within 30 mins. Would love to do this activity again and highly recommend Josh as an instructor.
Written 14 July 2023
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Thanks for your lovely review! Our instructors are great at adjusting sessions based on the group dynamics, we're glad everyone had a great time with Josh!
Hope to see you back again soon for more paddle boarding fun!
Sarah
Written 22 July 2023
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Julay
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Mar 2022 • Friends
Had the best day last Friday! Met our instructors Beth and James (the nicest people) at Golant on the river Fowey. Got kitted up and had a really helpful debrief, which even included how to launch. Easy warm-up and then off we went on a mix of SUP boards and kayaks. Pulling over for little stops to check the group and give next instructions was really appreciated and made the whole thing seem much more achievable. Along the way, both Beth and James were happy to answer questions and generously share their knowledge and handy tips. We even got some local info and background on things we paddled past, which was really interesting. We stopped at Fowey and people had chance to eat their packed lunch or pop to the pasty shop. Available public loos for those who needed to and chance to just chill and chat in the (lucky for us) sunshine. Once ready, we set sail back along the way we had arrived and this time a swap to a different craft was an option. Again stopping for quick checks and respite along with the tide on our side helped to keep fatigue at bay. The entire experience felt safe and well managed by Beth and James, who are amazing instructors, keeping us all together and checking on us all constantly. They had kit and equipment for any and every eventuality. It was a really great day and I couldn’t recommend it enough! Thanks :D
Written 13 March 2022
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HI D!
Thank you so much for taking the time out to write such a wonderful review. Both Beth and James are two of our newest Coaches and we're thrilled to hear they are already putting their newly acquired skills to excellent use. We're so glad you enjoyed your day and I shall make sure we pass on your kind words to the team. Many thanks, Dan M
Written 14 March 2022
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Dao C
Ely, UK2 contributions
We’d been paddle boarding before, but paddle boarding in the sea is very different to a river or lake! It was a great, fun activity to do with our teens. We considered hiring SUPs without a guide, but so glad we went for this option instead as we would not have ventured as far if we’d gone it alone. It was worth the extra money.
There’s a very rocky section you have to climb down to access the beach - something to be aware of! All of the equipment was provided and we felt safe in the hands of our instructors James and Cara.
There’s a very rocky section you have to climb down to access the beach - something to be aware of! All of the equipment was provided and we felt safe in the hands of our instructors James and Cara.
Written 1 August 2024
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We're so glad you had an awesome time stand up paddle-boarding and we're happy that you chose to book with us! James and Cara will be happy to hear of your kind words, we'll pass it on to them. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 6 August 2024
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