Sea kayak hire in Menorca
Your independent route
Your route, your stages, your pace
Self-guided hire from Es Grau. Previous experience in sit-in sea kayaks and basic navigation skills are required.
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Choose your kayak
Single and tandem kayaks in one booking
A single kayak for one person or a tandem for two. Model and size are arranged with the centre, subject to availability.
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Plan your kayaking trip
Plan your stages; we will help you prepare your route
Advice on routes and weather. Overnight equipment and transport are available separately.
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Your route, your stages and your way to discover the island. Explore Menorca’s coastline in a single or tandem sea kayak, with the freedom to organise your own multi-day trip.
From 45 €The calendar calculates the final price.
You must be able to swim to take part in any kayaking trip.You must be able to swim
Explore Menorca independently, from the sea
Hire a kayak and plan your own paddling, without a guide. We help you prepare your route according to the time available, your experience and the weather forecast. You choose the pace; the sea determines what is possible.
A route to suit you
Plan your trip from Es Grau, adapting each stage to your experience and sea conditions.
Time to explore
Discover the coast independently, with your equipment ready and the freedom to adapt your route.
Your own kayaking trip
Plan your stages and logistics for a multi-day trip, always taking the forecast and sea conditions into account.
Is it for you?
This hire is designed for paddlers who already know how to use a sit-in sea kayak. Independence is part of both the experience and the responsibility.
You need previous experience in sit-in sea kayaks and basic navigation skills. You must be able to swim.
Preparation for independent paddling
- Know basic manoeuvres and sea safety.
- Have training in self-rescue, rescue and helping a capsized paddler.
- Adapt your itinerary to the wind, sea and group’s abilities.
- Tell us about anything that may affect safety or equipment fit.
Have very little experience? A basic course usually takes 3–4 hours and should cover technique and rescues.
Prepare with a sea kayaking course →
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Contact the centre if you are 2 m or taller or weigh 120 kg or more. Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult or have their signed authorisation.
Choose your kayak
Combine single and tandem kayaks in the same calendar. Tell us the sizes you need so we can prepare equipment suited to your group.
Single sea kayak
Your own kayak for independent paddling. The booking system asks for the height and weight of each single-kayak paddler to prepare the right size.
Tandem sea kayak
A shared kayak for two paddlers. Add it alongside the single kayaks you need, all in the same booking.
Model and size allocation is arranged with the centre according to your group and the equipment available.
Everything included
Sea kayak
Single or tandem, as selected.
Paddle and buoyancy aid
Paddling and flotation equipment.
Spraydeck
Nylon.
Dry bag
One 15-litre bag.
Spare paddle
Splits into two pieces.
Bailing equipment
Hand bailer and sponge.
Towline
Safety equipment.
Route and forecast
Map and daily weather information.
Not included: transport of people and equipment, accommodation and personal equipment. Available extras are selected and paid for separately in the booking system. The insurance required for the activity is included.
Prepare your route
An independent trip begins before you put the kayak in the water. We help with planning and keep you informed while you are paddling.
Essential information
- Plan realistic stages according to your experience, self-sufficiency and the forecast.
- On the first day in Es Grau, we review the route, sea conditions and logistics.
- During the trip, we send weather updates and important notices via WhatsApp.
- We recommend at least seven days and favourable conditions for a full circumnavigation.
- Accommodation is the customer’s responsibility.
Recommendations
- Allow flexibility in your stages; avoid treating a planned itinerary as an obligation.
- Pack clothing and footwear for the water, sun protection, water, food and your personal equipment.
- With your booking confirmed, you will receive a PDF map, equipment list and environmental good-practice guidance.
- We recommend travel insurance for unexpected events before or during your trip.
- You can enquire about and reserve gas canisters in advance.
The booking system lets you add available overnight equipment, such as a mat, sleeping bag and tarp. Prices and availability are shown when booking.
Your starting point: Es Grau
Tell us your arrival time so we can prepare the handover. We review the forecast, adjust the route and address safety, equipment and logistics before you set off.
Collecting your equipment
The hire base is in the village of Es Grau, on C/ Pas des Tamarell, opposite Can Bernadet and two minutes from the car park. The shop and reception are at C/ Tramuntana, 9.
Agreed return arrangements
Return the equipment at the agreed place and time, and in the agreed condition. If you want to finish elsewhere, arrange the collection service before starting your route.
Changing coasts
Transport is booked separately and must be requested at least one day in advance. The cost depends on the area and number of kayak seats.
If the weather prevents departure from Es Grau, Menorca en Kayak offers transport to Cala Biniancolla (Sant Lluís), on the south coast, at no extra cost, so you can start paddling when conditions allow.
Equipment transport rates and areas
An additional service, not included in hire. The East area runs from Es Mercadal to Maó; coastal reference points are Son Bou in the south and Fornells / Playas de Fornells in the north. The West area runs from Es Mercadal to Ciutadella; reference points are Sant Tomàs in the south and Cala Tirant in the north.
| Kayak seats | East | West | Coast change, depending on area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 | 40 € | 55 € | 55 / 65 / 80 € |
| 4 | 55 € | 70 € | 70 / 80 / 95 € |
| 9 | 95 € | 125 € | 125 / 145 / 175 € |
For groups of 5–8 occupants and 10–16 participants, a supplement of 5 € per kayak seat applies; ask the centre for the final calculation. Confirm the service, route and final price for your group with the centre. Passenger transport is not included and must be arranged separately.
How it works
Choose your dates
Select the collection and return dates for your trip.
Select your equipment
Add single kayaks, tandems and any extras you need. Check the updated price.
Confirm your booking
Complete your details, review the terms and make the required payment. Equipment is not held without payment.
Prepare your route
Receive your map, equipment list and recommendations. Arrange any transport.
Collect your kayak
Come to Es Grau at the agreed time. We check your route and equipment, and you leave the security deposit.
Set off paddling
Paddle independently according to conditions, with weather information during your trip.
Before booking
These are the key conditions for independent sea kayak hire. Read them before choosing dates and confirming payment.
Booking and payments
An advance payment of 30 % is required to hold the equipment. The balance must be paid at least 30 days before the start. If fewer than 30 days remain, the full amount is payable. Places are not guaranteed until payment is received.
Security deposit: 100 € per person
Paid when collecting the equipment and returned at the end if everything is in good condition. It is not included in the hire price.
Clear pricing
Rates per item, including 21% VAT. Daily hire is counted by calendar days. Transport, accommodation and extras not included are arranged separately.
If you cancel
Notify us of any cancellation or change by email. Charges are calculated on the total booking price, not the advance payment.
| Notice before the start | Total charge, including administration |
|---|---|
| 15 days or more | 30 % |
| Between 14 and 5 days | 35 % |
| Fewer than 5 days | 100 % |
| No-show | 100 % |
The first two bands include a 10% administration charge in addition to the cancellation penalty. The maximum charge is 100%. Any amount due back from your payment is refunded after applying the charge. Check the refund timeframe and method with the centre.
If we cancel or change the service because of weather or safety: you are entitled to rescheduling, a refund of the amount paid or a partial refund according to the service affected, including when the interruption occurs during hire.
Early withdrawal and personal changes
There is no refund for late arrival, finishing early, lack of experience or considering the weather unsatisfactory when the centre continues to operate the service. The customer cancellation policy also applies to personal, family or medical emergencies and other unforeseen events. We recommend travel insurance.
Equipment and responsibility
You take responsibility for your independent paddling and accept the inherent risks of sea kayaking. You must return the equipment in the same condition and within the agreed period. Damage, loss or delays may incur additional charges; ask the centre for the applicable amounts.
Hire declaration and conditions of use
By hiring, you declare that you take responsibility for your safety during the hire period, understand the risks of sea kayaking and will bear them in mind while paddling. You agree to return the equipment in the condition in which it was supplied and within the agreed period. Menorca en Kayak may claim costs arising from delays and damage.
You must not paddle under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication that affects your reactions. Tell us beforehand about any circumstances relevant to your safety. By booking, you accept the general terms and the responsibility declaration applicable to self-guided hire.
The centre may request the identity documents necessary to complete the booking through the designated channel.
Read the general terms · Read the responsibility declaration
Sea kayak availability
First choose the single and tandem kayaks you need, then select collection and return dates in the calendar. You will immediately see whether equipment is available for every day and the final price including your selected extras.
In the calendar, your first tap selects collection and your second selects return.
Before paying, check the amount requested and the terms. If you notice a difference from the advance payment or conditions explained above, contact us to clarify it before confirming.
Frequently asked questions
What experience do I need?
You need previous experience in sit-in sea kayaks, basic navigation skills and training in safety, self-rescue and helping a capsized paddler. You must be able to swim. If you do not yet have this preparation, we recommend a basic course before hiring or a guided tour.
How do I choose my trip dates?
Select collection and return dates to organise your multi-day trip. Hire is counted by calendar days. The calendar calculates the price according to your dates, kayaks and chosen extras.
Can I book single and tandem kayaks together?
Yes. Select the number of single and tandem kayaks in the same calendar. The price updates to include all equipment in one booking.
What equipment is included?
Sea kayak, paddle, buoyancy aid, nylon spraydeck, one 15-litre dry bag, hand bailer and sponge, two-piece spare paddle, towline, route map and daily weather information. Transport and accommodation are not included.
Where do I collect the kayak and how do I return it?
Our usual base is Es Grau. Tell us your arrival time so we can prepare the handover. We review the forecast and route, fit the equipment and address safety and logistics. Return is at the agreed place and time; collection elsewhere must be arranged in advance.
Can I finish elsewhere or change coasts?
Yes, with transport booked separately, subject to availability and at least one day’s notice. The cost depends on the area and number of kayak seats. Check the logistics rates on this page before planning your route.
What happens if the weather changes?
Menorca en Kayak may change or cancel hire for safety reasons, including during your route. In that case, rescheduling, a full refund or a partial refund applies according to the service affected. If the centre continues to operate and the customer considers the weather unsatisfactory, no refund is due on that basis.
What should I bring?
For the outing: clothing and footwear that can get wet, sun protection and water. For a longer trip, prepare your personal equipment, food, water and accommodation according to the duration. Once your booking is confirmed, we send a personal equipment list and good-practice recommendations; sleeping equipment can be added if available in the booking system.
How does the security deposit work?
You leave 100 € per person when collecting the equipment. It is returned at the end if everything is handed back in good condition. It is separate from the hire price.
What if I lose or damage equipment, or return late?
You must return the equipment in the agreed condition and within the agreed period. Damage, loss or delays may incur additional costs. Check the applicable amount for each incident with the centre: replacement or late-return rates are not published without confirmation.
What happens if I stop before the end?
There is no refund for finishing the route early or for lack of experience. Additional collection or transport services are arranged separately. If the centre interrupts hire because of weather or safety, the specific conditions for that situation apply.
How do I cancel and when will I receive my refund?
Cancellation or changes must be communicated in writing by email. With 15 days’ notice or more, the total charge is 30%; between 14 and 5 days, 35%; with fewer than 5 days or for a no-show, 100%. This is calculated on the total price and includes administration. Any amount due back is refunded after applying the charge; confirm the refund timeframe and method with the centre.
Can I paddle around Menorca independently?
Yes, if your experience, preparation and conditions allow. We recommend at least seven days for a full circumnavigation, always with favourable weather and sea conditions. For shorter trips, we help you choose stages and the most suitable coast. Completion of a particular itinerary is not guaranteed.
The sea, on your own course
Choose dates and equipment. Plan your route. Discover Menorca independently.
