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!
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
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!
(Everything mentioned in the itinerary)
- Kayak + snorkel tour (3 hours)
- Snorkelling
- Beach time (3 hours)
- Photos of the day
- Transport from Barcelona to Costa Brava
- Insurance
- Changing rooms / beach showers / toilets
- Equipment (kayaks, paddles, life jackets, snorkel gear, wetsuit)
- Lunch with a water
- Swimwear (Required)
- Suncream (recommended)
- Beach towel (optional)
- Water shoes (optional)
- Extra water for very hot days
- Money for souvenirs / extra drinks or food
- Water proof phone cases
- 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.
- Adults (18+) with good physical condition and health (talk to us if you’re not sure)
- Any supervised child over the age of 7
- Any un-supervised teenager over the age of 16 (with written consent from their parent or guardian)
- People with a basic swimming ability
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.
Return transport from Barcelona
We'll pick you up and drop you off at Arc de Triomf (Central Barcelona) with an air-conditioned van, minibus or coach - the journey time is just over 1 hour from Barcelona to the Costa Brava for an 8 hour day trip.
Time to check our 'how to snorkel' guide if it's your first time 🙂
Valuables box
Phones, wallets, keys etc are better left on dry land so we have a box that is locked away during the tour to keep them safe.
All equipment
Life-jackets, snorkel tube and mask, paddles, and your kayak are all included. We provide wetsuits FREE of charge on cooler days.
Experienced guide
One of our friendly and professional guides will greet you at the meeting point and be with you all day.
Safety briefing
Your guide will give you an introduction to kayaking and take you through the basics, how to use your snorkel equipment and some important safety information before you set off on the kayak tour.
Kayak & snorkelling tour
3 Hours of exploring the coast of Spain from a kayak. Enjoy the famous Costa Brava while learning about local wildlife, snorkelling, cliff jumping and more...
Photos of the day
Your guide will take photos of the group with a GoPro camera - your guide will make the camera available if you'd like to take some snaps under water as you snorkel the Mediterranean...
Lunch & a bottle of water
You'll enjoy a classic Spanish picnic lunch either on the rocks out at sea or back on the beach (depending on the day). We provide 1 bottle of water for the tour.
Beach time with free beer
Enjoy 3 hours free time on the beach after your tour to soak up the sun, have a walk or sit in a bar and enjoy some well deserved drinks 🙂
Beach volleyball
Why not jump into a game of beach vollyball after the tour?! We provide a ball if needed and there is a puplic net so it's a good time to meet some locals or play with your group
DON'T FORGET TO BRING
Here's a list of things to remember to take.
Swimming costume (required)
We recommend wearing your swimming clothes under your normal clothes on the day for a quick change at the beach.
(We don't want to see you snorkelling or swimming naked you'll scare the fish 🤦).
Sun-cream (Recommended)
Please bring sun cream and apply it! The sun can become very hot on the Costa Brava and even if you're already tanned, it's very possible to burn.
Money for after the kayak tour
After the tour if you'd like extra drinks or food there are a number of bars and restaurants to choose from. You can also pick up souvenirs locally.
Water shoes (optional)
We recommend that if you have sensitive feet (or a recent pedicure), that you purchase water shoes as you will be walking on some rocks during this tour - You can buy them from 'Decathlon' in central Barcelona for around €10.
Towel (optional)
A towel isn't always necessary as the sun will dry you quickly on most days. It can be useful to sit or sunbath on the beach. Also for cooler days to dry off and get warm.
KAYAK TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
The Costa Brava really takes the credit but...
Kayak tour on the Costa Brava
There is nothing like being on the open ocean, sun above, water below, and happy laughing people around you. Experience a relaxing & exciting day on the water on one of the most beautiful coasts Spain has to offer. Enjoy a 5* kayaking day trip from Barcelona to the Costa Brava.
Snorkelling
Dive into the Mediterranean Sea and explore a world of wonders. If you’ve never tried it before, check out our snorkelling guide in 4 simple steps on our 'Sea-life' page.
Exploring coves
Caves, bats, birds, and secret corners. We’ll take you through the coastal ‘water routes’ which offer fantastic views and awe-inspiring kayaking sheltered from the open sea. You can also swim inside some small caves while you snorkel.
Cliff jumping - (optional)
Hop off the edge of a small cliff and splash down for a great photo opportunity and adrenaline rush.
Sea life
Can you find an Octopus? Check out our sea life page for some species you may encounter on your kayak tour.
Beautiful coastline
Breathtaking and unique, the Costa Brava has it all. It's dynamic, inspiring, and just waiting to be explored.
Your guide and your group
Our customers make our tours so special - your guide will help everyone get acquainted and create a fun, friendly relaxed atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.
Beers on the beach after the tour? Why not 😀
THE BEST BARCELONA GROUP ACTIVITIES
Whether you're travelling alone, on a romantic break, with your family or in a group of friends...
Frequently asked questions
We have a maximum of 6 kayaks on our kayak tours. That’s a maximum of 12 people per guide.
If you feel like rewarding the extra effort your guide went to for an incredible day or special attention; then that’s totally up to you.
Tips will always be appreciated as a very kind gesture but are not required.
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!
Suitable swimming gear, sun-cream, extra water if it’s a hot day, a towel if you wish and we recommend water shoes too.
You can pick up a pair for around €12 in Decathlon. It’s not entirely necessary to have water shoes but if you have sensitive feet, walking barefoot on rocks can be a little uncomfortable.
Simply a swimming costume will be fine for the kayak tour. If you burn easily in the sun, maybe bring a spare t-shirt you can keep on in the kayak and take off when you swim.
On colder days, Barcelona Day Trip will provide a wet-suit at no extra cost.
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.
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.
Yes, you can please just remember, anything you bring on the kayak tour will get wet and could be dropped and lost. We provide a box for valuables that is kept in our office during the tour.
We can provide phone cases for €10 so that you can have your phone around your neck in a little pouch for extra photos on your kayak tour.
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 😉
The transfer up and down the coast takes one hour and fifteen minutes each way. The time goes very quickly and if you’re in our bigger coach, we play a film on the way back to Barcelona from the kayaking day tour.
Most people fall asleep on the way back and there is conversation or music to entertain you while you soak up views of the countryside on the way.
More unusual FAQ's
Yes, the sand can become hot in the sun. No, we cannot control it.
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.
Most of the time Spain enjoys incredible weather that is reasonably consistent/predictable.
However, there are occasions when the weather changes suddenly or is unpredictable and we have to move/delay or even cancel the kayak tour.
This doesn’t happen often and if it does, we’ll either move you to the next available tour or give you a full refund.
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.
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.
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.