Kayak rental

Activities

In summer, there is a daily kayak rental service available on the beaches of Portlligat, Cala Montgó, Tamariu and Platja Castell.

Opening hours (Summer)

From June to the end of September. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., (from June 1st to 15th and from the second half of September, the service is offered from 10 a.m.).

At the beginning and end of the season we recommend calling the office (972 773 806) to ensure the proper functioning of opening hours.
We recommend prior reservation, otherwise Kayaking Costa Brava does not guarantee the availability of the kayaks.

Our rental service may be affected by weather and/or sea conditions. For this reason Kayaking Costa Brava may be forced to cancel reservations and close the beach centers. In this case, customers will be informed by phone and an informative sign will be hung at the beach center.

Beach Centers

Location of our rental beach centers

Platja de Castell (Palamós) | 638 952 529 
Tamariu (Palafrugell) | 669 160 395 
Cala Montgó (L’Escala) | 620 477 558
Portlligat (Cadaqués) | 646 901 588

Types of Kayaks

SIT-ON-TOP KAYAKS: Suitable for all people. These kayaks are stable and easy to handle, requiring no experience or help from a monitor.

  • SINGLE-SEATER
  • DOUBLE-SEATER (for two adults and one small child with a maximum height of 1 m)
  • FAMILY (for two adults and two small children with a maximum height of 1.20 m)

TOURING KAYAKS (CLOSED COCKPIT): The rental of this type of kayaks requires experience and sign a document of release of responsibility.

Included with rental

SIT ON TOP KAYAKS: kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid jacket and coast guide, as well as the expert advice of our staff  to make sure you don’t miss any of the Costa Brava’s beauty spots. Four hours or more also include a waterproof bag.

SIT IN KAYAKS: kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid jacket, spray skirt & waterproof bag . It may also include (previous reservation required), safety material (bilge pump, paddle float, spare paddle and tow head).

Rental prices

All rates include VAT

Sit on top kayaks – Castell, Tamariu, Cala Montgó and Portlligat

  Single *Double seated **Family
1 hour 14 € 20 € 26 €
2 hours 28 € 40 € 52 €
pack (3-4 h) 35 € 55 € 75 €
pack 1 day (5-9 h) 50 € 83 € 115 €

*Double seated kayak: two adults and one kid (maximum height 1 m) ** Family kayak: two adults and two kids (maximum 1.20 m).

Sit in kayaks * – Castell, Tamariu, Montgó and Portlligat

  Single Double seated
1 hour 15 € 22 €
pack 4h 39 € 59 €
1 day 53 € 86 €
2-3 days 44 € / day 71 € / day
4-5 days
38 € / day 59 € / day
+ de 5 days
31 € / day 50 € / day

*Proof of experience is required to rent sit in kayaks

Recommended equipment
  • Swimming suit.
  • T-shirt.
  • Cap, sunscreen cream and sunglasses with a fastening system.
  • Something to drink.
  • Footwear suitable for water activities (that will not slip off).
Rental service terms and conditions
  • Know how to swim.
  • Weight less than 120 kg, height less than 2 m (check with the beach center if weight and / or height equal to or greater than those indicated).
  • Minors must be accompanied by an adult. A minor will not be allowed to leave alone without the corresponding authorization of an adult.
  • Prior reservation recommended.
  • Comply with the regulations of use and safety of the material, following the instructions given by the staff of the company especially in relation to the use at all times of the life jacket, the number of suitable places for each type of kayak and weather and sea conditions.
  • Inform the center in advance in case of suffering any disability, any pathology or state of gestation that must be taken into account for the practice of kayaking.
  • Respect the agreed time of departure and arrival of the rental.
  • A late arrival can be a reason for loss (partial or total) of the reservation.
  • We recommend arriving 15/20 minutes in advance to get ready and start on time.
  • It is the responsibility of the client to travel to the place of departure of the activity. The rental service has the starting point on the beaches of: Tamariu (Palafrugell), Platja de Castell (Palamós), Cala Montgó (L’Escala) and Portllligat (Cadaqués). Beach locations are available on this website.
  • Our activities are subject to weather and sea conditions, this means that Kayaking Costa Brava might be forced to communicate last minute changes or the cancel any reservation. Kayaking Costa Brava always communicates these changes as soon as possible through a phone call/email, for this reason we recommend to have your phone switched on the day before. Kayaking Costa Brava is not responsible for unnecessary travel by the client.
  • For safety reasons customers will not be allowed to use kayaks under alcohol 7 drug effects, or any strong medication that might affect their capabilities. In the event of non-compliance, the customer will lose the reservation and will not have any right to the payment of any amount paid in advance.
  • It is recommended not to bring valuables to the beaches. Kayaking Costa Brava does not have an adequate structure for the custody of personal material, for this reason it is not responsible for possible loss or damage to the personal material guarded.
  • The contract and responsibility of Kayaking Costa Brava affects exclusively the direct work of its staff and the organization of the activity.
  • From the confirmation of the reservation the client will expressly assume these General Conditions. In the event that a person books for another person(s), they assume on their behalf each and every one of these Conditions.

KAYAKING COSTA BRAVA is not responsible for the possible consequences due to the breach, by the client, of these conditions.

Our services include Civil Liability Insurance and Accident Insurance. Civil Liability Insurance No. 1200050146, Accident Insurance Policy No. 1300000361, contracted with the insurance company Berkley. Accident insurance does not cover from 85 years. Complete information on the conditions and coverage of the insurance is available to customers and will be sent to anyone who requests it.

Available kayaks
  Individual sit-on-top kayak Double sit-on-top kayak Family sit-on-top kayak
Brand Mainstream Feelfree Rotomod
Model Pescador 12
Gemini
Ocean Quatro
Length 373 cm.
378 cm.
412 cm.
Width 76,2 cm. 83 cm. 88 cm.
Weight 27 Kg. 31 Kg. 34 Kg.
Accessories Full seat Backrest Backrest
       

LIST OF SIT-ON-TOP KAYAKS (OPEN)

LIST OF INDIVIDUAL TOURING KAYAKS (CLOSED)

Castell (Palamós)

Tel.: 638.952.529  

Tamariu (Palafrugell)

Tel.: 669.160.395  

Montgó (L'Escala)

Tel.: 620.477.558  

Portlligat (Cadaqués)

Tel.: 646.901.588