Perfect Paddle Boarding

Come Stand up paddle boarding with us in beautiful Mannin Bay, Connemara. We run guided tours on a daily basis from the back of the Connemara Sands Hotel. Tours last 2 hours and are suitable for complete beginners. We provide all of the gear and equipment so all you need to worry about is having fun and saying hello to the friendly seals. This is a unique way to travel over the sea and one which will give you an amazing view of the beauty around and beneath you.

Location
Mannin Bay
Meeting Point
Connemara Sands hotel
Minimum Age
10
Price
Adult €60 - Child €50
Duration
2hrs
Times
10 - 12:00 & 2:00 - 4:00
Equipment You Need
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towel
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swimming togs/shorts
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an old pair of shoes you don’t mind getting wet or dirty
We provide
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stand-up paddle board
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paddles
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wetsuit buoyancy aids
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safety equipment


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How to stand up paddle

a mix of kayaking and surfing!

Stand Up Paddle boarding might be considered a relatively new addition to the watersport’s scene in Ireland, but it is fast-becoming one of the most popular, and accessible, ways to explore the ocean – and it offers an alternative for human-powered sea adventures!

Come Stand up paddle boarding with us in beautiful Mannin Bay, Connemara.

We would describe it as a mix of kayaking and surfing; the freedom and positioning of a surf board, with the relaxed pace and paddling of a kayak –this allows you to experience the serenity and unspoilt nature of Mannin Bay. This unique way to travel over the sea will give you an amazing view of the beauty around and beneath you.

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What Will I Be Doing?

Come Stand up paddle boarding with us in beautiful Mannin Bay, Connemara. We run guided tours on a daily basis from the back of the Connemara Sands Hotel. Tours last 2 hours and are suitable for complete beginners. We provide all of the gear and equipment so all you need to worry about is having fun and saying hello to the friendly seals.  This is a unique way to travel over the sea and one which will give you an amazing view of the beauty around and beneath you.

What Do I Need To Bring?

For your paddle boarding adventure, we will provide you with all of the necessary equipment. This includes your stand-up paddle board, paddles, wetsuit, buoyancy aids, and safety equipment. All we need you to bring with you is a towel, swimming togs/shorts, an old pair of shoes you don’t mind getting wet or dirty, and a sense of adventure.

What Time Are The Sessions?

Morning 10am – 12pm
Afternoon 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Evening 6pm – 8pm

How Much Does It Cost?

€60 for an adult and €50 for a child

How Do I Get There?

We will meet you at the beach at the back of the Connemara Sands hotel. Please aim to be there 5mins before the start of your activity. Follow this link to google maps for directions to the meeting point – Connemara Sands Hotel

There is plenty of parking at the front of the hotel. Once you have parked your car there is no need to go into the hotel just walk towards the water site following the signs where there will be a changing area and direct access to the beach.

What Age Do I Need To Be?

Minimum age is 12 years old for this activity.

If we think the conditions are too challenging for the younger members of the group we will contact you in advance and offer you the option to reschedule or a full refund.

Where Do The Paddle Board Sessions Take Place?

Our paddle board tours take place on the stunning Mannin bay.  We use the back of the Connemara Sands hotel as our start point.

covid-19

We are following all the necessary guidelines as laid out by the government to prevent any further spread of Covid-19

 

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel 5 days before your activity we can offer you a full refund or reschedule your booking. If you cancel 2 – 5 days in advance we can offer you 50% refund or book you onto another activity as availability allows. If you cancel less than 48 hours in advance we cannot guarantee that we can reschedule the activity for you and we will not refund your money. A no show, late arrival or request to reschedule within 48 hours is the same as cancelling less than 48 hours in advance and the same rules apply. 

If you turn up to the activity and have a child under the age of 8 years old in your group, the instructor may turn you away and you will not be given a refund.  

If we cancel due to unsafe weather conditions, we will offer you an alternative or full refund minus the booking fee.

 

What others have said

Beautiful setting
Tried the paddle boarding with my two teenage kids while on holidays in Clifden. Most beautiful setting for water activities and great fun for the two hours. Will definitely be back. Instructor was excellent.
Joe - August 2021
Thoroughly enjoyable day
Had a great experience paddle boarding on wed 4th with a group of 4 adults and one child. Still laughing. A thoroughly enjoyable day. A big thank you to our instructor Thomas who gave an excellent lesson as well as an impromptu ecology and local history lesson as well. Totally recommended.
Gerty086 - August 2021
Really well organised.
We had a brilliant time with Connemara Real Adventures. Everything was really well organised and super friendly. I would definitely recommend it for all the family.
Alec Hayden - April 2022