KAYAK THE COSTA BRAVA FROM BARCELONA

FROM BARCELONA TO THE COSTA BRAVA €89

Choose an exciting, beautiful group activity that takes you from Barcelona to kayak and snorkel on the Costa Brava.

It’s a kayak tour experience, packed with extras for all levels and abilities, individuals, families, couples and groups.

It’s an exciting adventure with an easy pace so everyone can enjoy it. Expect some laughs, some funny moments and to be in and out of the water a lot!

Book your Costa Brava group tour from Barcelona

KAYAK AND SNORKEL TOUR: OVERVIEW

Guided small group kayak tour from Barcelona to the Costa Brava with lunch, photos 3 hours beach time and much more...

10 HOUR FULL DAY TRIP

BARCELONA - COSTA BRAVA RETURN

SNORKELLING - KAYAKING - LUNCH - BEACH TIME

SMALL GROUPS - GUIDE - INSURANCE - ALL YOUR GEAR

€89 / ADULT

€79 / CHILD / STUDENT

3 HOURS BEACH TIME

You're on holiday and we don't want to rush you! Take your time to enjoy a beautiful coastal walk on the Comino de Ronda (the coastal path that leads all the way to France), play Volleyball, take some sun, swim or enjoy the local restaurants and bars.

PHOTOS OF YOUR DAY (NO EXTRA CHARGE)

Your guide takes photos of the group with a GoPro during the kayak tour and we'll send you a link to download them. (You can also bring a camera if you wish to get those perfect Instagram shots while you snorkel).

- Pay a deposit or pay in full

- Pay with PayPal / debit or credit card

- Instant confirmation from our team

- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before tour

Costa Brava kayak and snorkel tour small group Barcelona

ITINERARY

Meet at Arc de Triomf 9:40am

One of our Barcelona Day Trip guides will meet you to check you in and take you from Barcelona on your private transfer. If you have any remaining balance to pay, you can with card or cash on the day. It’s just over an hour to the stunning ‘Costa Brava’ coast of Spain in our air-conditioned van, minibus or coach. Plenty of time to get to know your guide, your group, or… sleep off any sangria from the night before.

Arrive on the Costa Brava

All our activities take place in S’Agaro, (part of the coastal town of Sant Feliu), which is where the the Costa Brava got its name! We arrive at the main beach, ‘Platja Sant Pol’.

Firstly you’ll meet your kayak guide, change into your swimwear, lock away any valuables, and set up your snorkel gear and equipment. Then you'll take part in a quick warm up, and safety briefing, learn some basic kayaking techniques and set off to the water.

There is also time to use the toilet or take a couple of photos on the beach when you arrive.

*We have two times for the kayak tour - 12:00 and 15:00 so you will either have your beach time before or after your tour 🙂

Your kayak tour (around 3 hours)

From the beach, you’ll launch the kayaks into the Mediterranean and begin your kayaking adventure! Your guide will lead the group as you kayak the Costa Brava coastline… dipping in and out of interesting rock formations, with stops like snorkelling, lunch, and visiting little beaches along the way.

Paddle, glide and explore yourself to admiration of this spectacular coastal environment, sea-life, and all the natural wonders to be observed.

What to expect

Lots of kayaking! 3 hour tour!
Snorkelling
Exploring coves / little beaches
Small cliff hops / jumps that are great for photos
Simply delicious picnic lunch
Unforgettable coastline
A (non-serious) kayak race & games
Maybe find an octopus
Birds / bats / sea-life
'Terrifying' stories of pirates
Photo opportunities!

Back at the beach

After your tour, you’ll have time to relax and put your toes in the sand. When you've taken back your snorkel gear and other equipment, you can pick up your things and be free! You can chill and swap stories with your group and your guide or play some Vollyball with the public nets, go for a cocktail in a local bar or if you're very hungry, pick up some tapas in one of the many restaurants.

There is also the opportunity to have a walk along the coast of the bay to different viewpoints or to pick up some souvenirs in the next town.

We usually have around 3 hours of free time + 3 hours of the kayak and snorkal tour before heading back to Barcelona.

Transfer to Barcelona

The group will meet up once more, (use the toilet!) and head back to Barcelona with our guide. Normally the journey is the same time back down the coast into the city, you'll arrive at the original meeting point at around 8pm.

The general feeling after the tour is satisfaction of body and mind. That beautiful feeling of accomplishment from a bit of sport and a lot of fun, sun and waves. This tour really does set you up for a lovely evening with some great stories whatever your plans!

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

NOT INCLUDED

HOW TO BOOK & CANCELLATION POLICY

Click the BOOK NOW floating button and choose your tour, and date.
Fill in all relevant information, then reserve your seats with a deposit or pay in full.

We are very flexible outside the 24 hour period before you tour to make any amendments, changes or to cancel.

There are no refunds for cancelation within 24 hours of your tour start time / date.

We cannot offer refunds for no-shows.

You must have a basic level of swimming ability to come on this tour. We cannot offer refunds or discounts to customers who have booked but can’t swim.

Please read our booking terms and conditions here.

WHO CAN DO THIS ACTIVITY?

TRANSFER

EQUIPMENT & INSURANCE

3 HR GUIDED TOUR

LUNCH

3 HR BEACH TIME

FREE PHOTOS

LA COSTA BRAVA KAYAKING: DETAILS

Find your perfect kayak excursion from Barcelona to La Costa Brava

PACKED WITH FEATURES

We've packed our group tours with loads of added extras. Everything you find in this section is included in the price.

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DON'T FORGET TO BRING

Here's a list of things to remember to take.

Kayak from Barcelona to the Costa Brava with snorkel and lunch

KAYAK TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

The Costa Brava really takes the credit but...

THE BEST BARCELONA GROUP ACTIVITIES

Whether you're travelling alone, on a romantic break, with your family or in a group of friends...

Rebekah Leonard

2022-11-06

Tim was awesome! I loved this trip! We had an amazing time kayaking and snorkeling in the crystal blue water. Tim was very knowledgeable about everything (even random trivia). We were in a small group so we learned a lot!

Jimmy Stark

2022-11-02

Barcelona Day Trip was an amazing experience! My cousin and I had never been kayaking before and thanks to our amazing tour guide/instructor we felt like experts my the end of the day. The scenery was beautiful, the people were great and the sandwiches were top notch! I would highly recommend this day trip to any travelers looking for a good time!

Hannah Akoto

2022-11-01

Honestly, one of the best trip ever. Tim was amazing and made the whole experience unforgettable. Thank you so much TIM !!!!

Olivia Van Ruitenburg

2022-10-28

absolutely fantastic.

Camilla moraes

2022-10-19

Um dos melhores dias da minha vida! O clima estava ótimo, o grupo era muito animado e o Tim conduziu o passeio com muita risada e bom humor. Recomendo à todos e espero voltar em breve para o time Brasil ganhar mais uma vez a disputa em alto mar. Valeu Tim!! 🙂

Zun Pwint

2022-10-17

Great group of people! And Tim was amazing!!

Roman Khachatryan

2022-10-17

Kayaking was really fun, with waves, rocks and scary stories from Tim!:) I didn't snorkell because I got a bit of a cold before, but those who did met an octopus) Also enjoyed the time on the beach with the group. We were in a small international group of 7 people. Thanks! P.S.: the Via Ferrata nearby is also worthwhile. I'd recommend doing both (ferrata and kayaking)

Rebecca Levin

2022-10-16

This was a huge highlight of my Barcelona trip, if not the best part! Amazing value, a full day’s experience and some choose-your-own adventure elements. My friend and I knew we wanted to visit Costa Brava and thought we’d have to do an insane amount of planning (transportation, booking excursions, etc). With this day trip we didn’t have to think of a thing, just enjoy! And we got to make friends as well. Highly highly recommend.

Silvia Schott

2022-10-14

A must do! Great Guide, great location/beach, great atmosphere, great outdoor, great experience. Perfect Day.

Marc T.

2022-10-14

Awesome trip with the kayak. Tim was a great guide, really funny and did a very good job, we loved it!

YOUR COSTA BRAVA KAYAK TOUR DAY TRIP

Snorkel and swim while kayaking the Costa Brava from Barcelona

Kayak the Costa Brava from Barcelona small group tours

Frequently asked questions

How many people in each group?

Should I tip my guide?

I can’t swim. Can I still come on the kayak tour from Barcelona Day Trip?

No, unfortunately.

Spanish law requires some form of swimming ability so you must be comfortable in the water and able to swim about a length in a normal-sized swimming pool. If you are not sure, your guide will do a swimming test at the beginning of the tour.

If your guide is not satisfied you won't be able to join the tour but will have a wonderful beach, bars, restaurants, and a lovely walk to enjoy while the group is on the water.

You can also pre-book a beach day for €45 which includes lunch, transport, and beach time.

**Unfortunately, we can’t give discounts to those who cannot swim on the day.

We want you to choose the best Barcelona Day Trip for you.

Don't book a kayak and snorkel tour unless you can swim or get some lessons before you come - It's a life skill anyone can learn at any age and we really recommend it!

What should I bring?

What should I wear?

Will we get wet?

Yes definitely. Sea kayaking day tours take you as far as basically paddling, balancing, and getting in and out of the kayak at different interesting spots. All of those actions have opportune moments for a splash or to be fully submerged in the water.

You will also be in the water for a snorkel on this tour. It is optional but we hope you'll try it, it's wonderful.

Our kayaks are very stable and your guide will teach you how to stay upright however in every group we’ve had bar 1, someone has flipped over and landed in the sea.

Should I be scared of flipping the kayak?

No definitely not, the way you fall from a kayak, although never very graceful, is not scary. Imagine being sat on the edge of a swimming pool then kind of falling sideways headfirst into the water. It’s more funny than scary and you won’t be the only ones that go over.

If you’re very nervous about it, tell your guide on your kayak tour and they will demonstrate it or even help you with a practice tip at the start of the tour. Once you’ve done it once, you’ll see it’s not bad at all.

Can I bring my phone and sunglasses?

What about valuables?

When we arrive on the beach from Barcelona, valuables can be placed inside a box that’s safely locked at the back of our office for the duration of the kayak tour. This includes mobile phones, wallets, travel documents, etc. After you’re back from the water, collect your valuables on your way to the changing room.

Please don’t take anything with you on our kayak tour that you don’t want to loose or get very wet… The sea is extremely deep in some places and there is a limit to how far down our guides can dive to collect dropped items. This includes tiny earings that can come off while using the snorkelling masks or getting in and out of the kayaks while on the tour.

We’re still looking for a single Tiffiny earing that was lost this summer (2021)… Lost treasure is of course, another great reason to book 😉

How long is the transfer from Barcelona to the Costa Brava?

More unusual FAQ's

Is the sand hot?

Can I bring my dog on the kayak tour?

Maybe.

We’ve done it before so things to consider: The dog must be taken on our transfer in a travel crate for the journey (which can be distressing for both the dog, the owner and others on the tour).

Dog’s are not allowed on beaches in Spain so it means carrying the dog to the kayak. Some dogs find a kayak tour a little too exciting but talk to us and we’ll accommodate you if we can, and you think your dog will enjoy it.

Can you guarantee good weather?

Why is there traffic on the motorway?

Just like the weather, our transfer time on our kayak tour from Barcelona – Costa Brava and back, is mostly consistent and predictable.

There are times when the journey can take a little longer of course, so sadly yes, if there is extra traffic on the motorway we can be held up. Unfortunately, just like the weather, it is inevitably out of our control.

The longest we’ve ever had to travel on very busy days is one hour and thirty five minutes. Normally the trip takes just over an hour.

There were not enough / too many fish?

The kayaking and snorkelling around the Costa Brava is varied and beautiful, take a look at our Sea Life page to get an idea of what you might find on our tour. Unfortunately, like the weather and traffic on the motorway, how many fish we see each day on the snorkel is also out of our control.

Our guides are very experienced in the area and will find the best possible spots on the day of your guided tour. We assure you, it’s a thoroughly enjoyable experience – of course, not comparable to snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef in Australia but hey, where can you get a good paella in Oz?

Please do expect to see fish and other beautiful sea creatures when you snorkel and also, in the water from the kayak.

Will I have a good time?

Yes, you will! All of our kayak tours are amazing beacause of you, your group and your guide! If you’re looking for a good time, you’ll find one. We very rarely have guests that don’t enjoy our tours.

Our kayak tours are super fun, relaxing and sometimes challenging. It’s an outdoor experience in a beautiful location with fun and happy people.

We create a team environment and a small family of friends for the day so enjoy and embrace the vibe and you’ll have the best experiences of your holiday.