We hire equipment by the hour for use in New Quay bay, including a buoyancy aid.
Minimum age 8; under 12s need to be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+) on the water during hire sessions.
Operating Area: You can use our equipment in the main bay only. The area extends from the main pier out to the north cardinal mark (big black buoy) and in to the reef at the end of Traeth Gwyn.
It is best to stay out of the way of the trip boats who pick up and drop off at the end of the main pier. We will advise you of any other hazards depending on the day.
Please avoid the swimming area (marked by yellow buoys). Lifeguards patrol the main beach during the holiday season.
Follow the Marine Code of Conduct: Do not paddle towards the dolphins if you are lucky enough to see them! Rest your paddle and just watch.
Dogs: if your dog is happy on the water, we are happy to let it kayak/paddle! We don’t have doggy buoyancy aids, but the SUP Shack in town sells them if you would like one. Dogs are not allowed on the main beach (May-Sept) but are fine north of the RNLI Lifeboat station (and on Sandy Slip where we are based).
Safety: We have a manned safety boat out whenever we have customers on the water, and an extra boat and person on standby. They are fully qualified first-aiders with a VHF radio certification and at least RYA Powerboat Level 2 and Safety & Rescue qualifications.
Wetsuit hire is £5 – you must wear a swimsuit/shorts underneath!
Single kayak £25 per person per hour
Double kayak £50 per hour (2 people)
Wetsuit £5 per hour
Please note we need at least 4 hires per session. If we don’t have 4 bookings per session we will either refund in full or suggest a different time / day.
What we provide:
- Wetsuits (£5 hire) – optional
- Buoyancy aid (compulsory)
- Small free lockers
- Male and Female changing rooms
- Hot showers
- Toilets
FAQ
- What's the max weight the single kayaks can take?
Feel Free Nomad Kayak – 330lbs or 149 kilos
- Can I take my dog?
Yes, if they are happy on the water that’s fine.
- Do I have to wear a wetsuit?
You will get a wet bum and feet, and some splashes from the paddle. A wetsuit is your choice.
- Do I have to wear a buoyancy aid?
Yes!
- What wetsuit sizes do you have?
We have a range of wetsuits.
In winter suits we have suits 8-16 for ladies and S-XXL for men, but these can be swapped around as they are fairly forgiving.
- Can I share?
Each single kayak has one seat and will only take one person. A double kayak seats two. No under 8s sorry, it is a condition of our insurance.
- Is there a minimum number of hires per session ?
Please note we need at least 4 hires per session. If we don’t have 4 bookings per session we will either refund in full or suggest a different time / day.