Before you paddle

Questions & answers

The useful details for a relaxed day on the water.

Can I book a tour for one person?

You’re welcome to join any tour that’s already running. We need at least two people booked in total for a tour to go ahead. If your preferred date isn’t available for one person, contact us and we’ll help you find a trip.

Do I need to have kayaked before?

No. Your guide will explain the basics and choose a route that suits the group and conditions.

What age can children join?

Our minimum age is 5. Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. If you’re unsure about suitability, please ask before booking.

Do I need to be able to swim?

You don’t need to be a strong swimmer, but you should be comfortable around water and have a reasonable level of fitness. Tell us about any accessibility or medical needs before booking so we can discuss what is suitable.

What do I bring?

Swimwear, a towel and shoes you’re happy to get wet. We provide the kayak, wetsuit, buoyancy aid and other specialist equipment. Your confirmation email has the full joining instructions.

Where do we meet? Can I just turn up?

Booked Kayak King tours meet at Lower Town Fishguard Harbour. We are a mobile tour business and are there only when tours are running; please do not arrive without a booking or expect staff at the harbour. There are public toilets, but no dedicated changing rooms. See our location page for directions.

What if the weather is bad?

Please assume the tour is going ahead unless we contact you. Rain alone does not usually stop us. If the guide decides conditions are unsuitable, we’ll contact you and offer another date or a refund.

Can I bring my dog?

No. Dogs cannot join our kayak tours because of safety on the water, including dogs with life jackets or previous kayaking experience.

What about my phone or valuables?

Leave valuables securely in your vehicle. Phones and cameras are taken on the water at your own risk. Your guide will explain how car keys are handled during the briefing.

Who runs the tour?

Ant handles bookings and coordination. One of our experienced local kayak guides runs your session on the water.

Can I learn more kayaking skills or take a course?

Yes. Our sister business, Sea Kayak Academy, offers sea kayaking courses and coaching in Pembrokeshire. Explore its courses if you would like to build skills beyond a guided sit-on-top tour.

Still unsure? Send us a question.