Basking Shark Map

Stand Up Paddle-boarding

Explore your adventure
  • Highlights
  • Logistics
  • Prices
  • Bookings

Highlights


This is a fantastic way for almost anyone to experience the water! Don’t be put off by the name – you can lie, sit, kneel or stand and enjoy this tranquil sport. In Oban and Argyll, we are surrounded by amazing and often remote locations which our expert guides will share with you. We will handpick the sites based on your abilities, making this a perfect experience for advanced paddle boarders and beginners alike. It’s amazing how much you can see in 2 hours on the board, we particularly love finishing the day watching the spectacular west coast sunset.

  • 2 hours to introduce paddle-boarding on Argyll’s coast
  • Discover sandy beaches and epic scenery with panoramic island and Highland views.
  • Learn about the wildlife and critters from our expert guides
  • Peer down to see the kelp forests and fish below.
  • Visit responsibly guided by a marine biologist
  • Enjoy the golden hour on the water watching the sunset over the Hebrides

Logistics


You will try paddle boarding at one of our favourite sites, which we will choose based on your experience and weather conditions on the day. You will be emailed the meeting location before your booked date. We will meet you at the water with your pre-booked equipment

For more information on travel and staying in Oban please see our FAQs.

On the Tour

Once you arrive at the site your guide will meet you and guide you through your equipment. They will provide you with ample time to discuss and ask questions before getting in the water.

We will help you change into your wetsuit, demonstrate the use of the paddle and provide our top tips!

We can spend up to an hour on the water, but the session is yours so there is no expectation to stay in the full time.

Once out you can get changed, enjoy a hot chocolate and talk about your amazing experience.

Who is the tour for?

Calm conditions and amazing scenery, make this the perfect introduction for those who haven’t paddle-boarded before. To join our in-water activities you must be comfortably able to swim a minimum of 100m unaided in open water. Our boards are weight limited to 120kg, they are one person per board.

Private sessions are ideal for families, small groups, or those who would like one-to-one guidance.

8 is the minimum age for this trip.

Access to the water may be over rocks or sandy beaches so a basic level of fitness is required.*

Tour expectations

Our SUP sessions are for those who feel the benefit of guidance in the water, the focus is to develop confidence and basic paddle-boarding skills.

The water temperature ranges from 8°C in April – 14°C in September. Our hire wetsuits will keep you comfortable during your experience.

There are no facilities at the SUP sites, but we will provide you with information detailing everything you will need to enjoy your day after booking.

Ready to join us on an adventure?

Prices


Tour prices

Per person

from £50

Private Charter rates

from £200 (Up to 6 guests)

Important Info Icon

Full payment is required at the time of booking.

What’s Included?

  • 2 hour SUP Session
  • SUP hire
  • Wetsuit and boots
  • Responsibly guided by a marine biologist
  • Hot drink

Additional Considerations

  • Accommodation in Oban
  • Travel to the meeting point
  • Food and Drink

Cancellations

Please see our cancellation policy and terms and conditions here.

Please note this tour needs a minimum of 4 paddle-boarders to run.

Bookings


Our SUP sessions run January – July, before taking a break for the shark season and resuming in September – December. We have 6 spaces per session, providing a personal low impact way to explore the coast.

If you would like a longer session, see our Seal & Hebrides tour where you can paddle board or kayak on our boat trip. For bespoke options for the more experienced paddle- boarder, download our SUP brochure here.

Hire equipment

If you are participating in our activities please check our hire equipment information. You will need to input your requirements and sizes at the time of booking – find our wetsuit size charts here.

Ready to Book?

After booking your preferred date you will receive a confirmation email with a linked information document.

Please note this tour needs a minimum of 4 paddle-boarders to run, we will be in touch during your tour lead-up regarding capacity and sea conditions.