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Explore limestone caves, inter-tidal wildlife and coastal bushcraft on a guided half-day paddle across the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Your guide coaches basic strokes on calm water before you visit hidden coves and sea caves at an easy pace.
We launch from the best sheltered site for the forecast, often Oddicombe, Meadfoot, Paignton or Brixham, and keep the route relaxed for first-timers and families. Stops on remote beaches and in caves are part of the experience when tides allow.
Guides issue kit, fit buoyancy aids, and stay with the group throughout. We carry a waterproof camera and share images with you after the trip so you can focus on wildlife and the coastline.
Babbacombe Beach alongside Oddicombe Beach is a sheltered cove on the English Riviera with clean water and Blue Flag recognition stretching back 37 years. SW winds are blocked here, so the bay stays calmer than much of the open coast and feels more Mediterranean than many Devon beaches.
You launch straight from the sand with caves nearby and regular seal encounters in season. Parking sits close to the beach, and our team is on hand for kit, a safety brief, and advice on the marked paddling area before you head out.
Children from age 4 are welcome when they fit a buoyancy aid; we recommend tandem paddling with an adult. No previous kayaking experience is required.
Tell us about confidence levels or mobility needs when you request a date. An engine-assisted option can be arranged where it helps you take part safely.
Make your trip to the English Riviera an unforgettable experience by visiting Torbay's premier beach. We offer first-class equipment, friendly staff, professional beach hire services, expert tuition, free lockers, changing rooms, a beach shower and exceptional coffee when you are off the water.
Our instructors and beach team know Babbacombe Bay inside out, from sheltered corners on breezy days to the best stretches for beginners. They fit buoyancy aids, talk through local conditions, and help you choose the right craft so you feel confident on the water.
We encourage customers to bring snacks and water and in the summer months, we recommend you wear shorts and sports tops. Weather conditions may change, but we will also outfit you with any technical clothing you may require.
Torbay’s Geopark coast supports seals, seabirds and rich inter-tidal life, with ancient coral and limestone formations along the route.
Your guide points out features safely from the water and keeps the pace suitable for observation rather than distance.
Coastal bushcraft skills are woven into the safari when conditions allow, alongside cave visits and beach stops.
The focus stays on safe paddling and enjoying the environment; your guide adapts activities to the group and the tide.
Your session starts on the beach with kit issue and a safety brief tailored to the day's conditions. Your instructor or guide stays with the group throughout, coaching skills on the sand and on the water so everyone can progress at a comfortable pace.
Routes stay inside sheltered Babbacombe Bay unless the product description takes you further along the coast when the sea state allows. There is time to rest, ask questions, and take in caves, wildlife, and the Blue Flag water that makes Oddicombe a favourite with locals.
Guided sessions include your instructor or skipper, technical equipment for the activity, and a safety brief on the beach or at the boat.
Oilskin jackets or similar are provided where the product description lists them. Changing rooms are available at the beach base.
Bring swimwear or quick-dry layers, sun cream, a hat, and drinking water. Longer tours may need snacks and extra layers.
Wetsuits are optional for many sessions unless you feel the cold. Dry bags can be rented on site.
Session suitability is shown on your chosen product. Beginners are welcome on many tours and lessons when you are happy to get wet and try kneeling or standing with guidance.
Listen to your instructor, stay with the group unless told otherwise, and let us know before the session if anyone in your party has medical needs or limited swimming confidence.
Babbacombe Beach alongside Oddicombe Beach is a sheltered cove on the English Riviera with clean water and Blue Flag recognition stretching back 37 years. SW winds are blocked here, so the bay stays calmer than much of the open coast and feels more Mediterranean than many Devon beaches.
You launch straight from the sand with caves nearby and regular seal encounters in season. Parking sits close to the beach, and our team is on hand for kit, a safety brief, and advice on the marked paddling area before you head out.
Make your trip to the English Riviera an unforgettable experience by visiting Torbay's premier beach. We offer first-class equipment, friendly staff, professional beach hire services, expert tuition, free lockers, changing rooms, a beach shower and exceptional coffee when you are off the water.
Our instructors and beach team know Babbacombe Bay inside out, from sheltered corners on breezy days to the best stretches for beginners. They fit buoyancy aids, talk through local conditions, and help you choose the right craft so you feel confident on the water.
Meet at Oddicombe Beach, Torquay TQ1 3DD unless your confirmation states otherwise for boat trips.
Arrive a few minutes early to sign in and collect kit with your guide.
Many of our lessons and tours welcome beginners who are happy to try kneeling or standing with coaching.
Your guide sets the pace so mixed abilities can stay together in the sheltered bay.
We are a passionate team of experienced sea kayakers based in the beautiful Torbay area. Our mission is to provide safe, fun, and memorable guided kayaking trips that showcase the breathtaking scenery and rich wildlife of the English Riviera.
From our base at Oddicombe Beach within Babbacombe Bay, we are a specialist adventure operator in geology and wildlife tours throughout the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Whether you are learning a new paddle sport or planning an unforgettable family day out, we deliver sea kayak and SUP training, tours, and watersports beach hire with expert guidance and all the equipment you need.
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Excellent day out with super efficient Kieran and Sam. Even a novice like me finally cracked the code to a good kayaking. The caves, guided tour on geological formations punctuated by marshmallow roasting and fossil hunting truly enhanced the overall experience. Would love to do it again. Plus - a…
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