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Kayaking and paddleboarding in Ploumanac’h
Perros-Guirec · Côtes-d’Armor
Kayaking and paddleboarding among the pink granite rocks: hire on Saint-Guirec beach in Ploumanac’h, or guided trips with the Perros-Guirec sailing centre.
- Suggested time
- 1 to 3 h
- Type of place
- Kayak and paddleboard
- Atmosphere
- Pink rocks, at water level.
- Getting there
- Check booking, minimum age, weather, times and equipment directly with the provider.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 8/10
- As a couple
- 7/10
- With friends
- 10/10
- Solo
- 7/10
- With a dog
- 1/10
- Reduced mobility
- 1/10
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About
On Saint-Guirec beach in Ploumanac’h, a hire company offers kayaks and paddleboards so you can weave at your own pace between the rocks of the Côte de Granit Rose, shaped by millions of years of erosion. In 2026, it was open from 27 June to 6 September, every day from 9 am to 7.30 pm. Allow from €10 an hour for a single kayak, €12 for a paddleboard and €15 for a kayak for two to four people. If you prefer a guide, the Perros-Guirec sailing centre runs guided kayak trips of 2 hours or 3 h 30, from age 16, along the Côte de Granit Rose.
What you will see
- Hire on Saint-Guirec beach
- Summer season: in 2026, from 27 June to 6 September
- Kayak from €10 an hour, paddleboard €12
- Guided trips from age 16
Tips on the spot
- Go out in calm seas and check the tide.
- Wear a life jacket.
- Bring a waterproof bag for your phone.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I hire a kayak in Ploumanac’h?
On Saint-Guirec beach, in summer; in 2026, from 27 June to 6 September.
How much does hire cost?
From €10 an hour for a single kayak and €12 for a paddleboard.
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