Family sea kayaking from Craster Harbour towards the reefs
Craster Harbour • July & August • Ages 8+

Harbour to Reef Kayak Taster (Family)

A short, fun sea kayak session for families — launching from Craster Harbour and paddling out to the reefs that guard the harbour entrance.

Confidence building Calm intro to sea kayaking
Mini expedition Harbour → reef journey
Family focused Supportive pace, ages 8+
Start 10:30 / 13:30 🕒 Duration ~2 hours 👥 Ages 8+ 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Style Family taster 🧰 Kit Included Focus Confidence
Not sure which kayaking option to choose?

This is our short, holiday-friendly family taster — calm, fun and confidence-building. If you want a longer coastal journey, browse all kayaking options (including full-day trips for adults/teens).

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What to expect

Meet, kit up & brief. Friendly briefing and fitting of wetsuits and buoyancy aids.

Launch from the harbour. Calm introduction to balance, paddling and steering.

Paddle to the reefs. A clear objective that feels adventurous and achievable.

Learning through play. Games and challenges that build confidence.

Flexible to conditions. We adapt the session to keep it fun and safe.

A brilliant first step into coastal kayaking.

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Family kayak taster session launching from Craster Harbour Confidence & smiles
Session times
10:3013:30~2 hours

Short and engaging — designed to fit neatly into a family holiday day.

Ages & who it’s for
Ages 8+Families

Ideal for children and adults new to kayaking or the sea.

Prices from
£35 under 18s£45 adults

Private groups from £200 (minimum 4 people).

Season
JulyAugustSchool holidays

A peak-summer family session, running only in school holiday season.

What’s included
KayakPaddleWetsuitBuoyancy aid

Plus coaching, guidance and a flexible plan based on conditions.

Private groups
Your own guideNo mixed groups

Perfect for families who want a relaxed, personalised session.

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Booking basics

Select a date to see spaces and book instantly. If you’re unsure which option to choose (Open Group vs Private), message us and we’ll help.

Prices from
£35 under 18s £45 adults Private groups from £200

Private groups for this session start at 4 people (£200). Final price is shown when you select your booking option.

Season & availability

This family taster runs in July and August (school holidays), when Craster Harbour sessions work best.

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Quick check before you book
Start: 10:30 / 13:30 Around 2 hours Ages 8+ Family taster Confidence building All kit included

Tip: Choose Open Group to join others, or Private Group for your own guide. If you pick the wrong option, refresh the page to start again.

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Live calendar & availability. Select a date to continue.

Safety first: If conditions mean we can’t run, we’ll offer reschedule options or a suitable alternative. If we can’t accommodate changes, we’ll refund in line with our terms. For common questions, see our FAQs.