Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Historic Portknockie Harbour
Overview
Get ready to enjoy the stunning Moray Firth coastline while learning to paddleboard in the historic harbour at Portknockie.
Whether you're looking for a safe introduction to SUP, or some fun on the water in a beautiful location, you're welcome to join us.
We provide all the equipment you'll need, including high-quality 5mm thick winter wetsuits that keep you toasty, buoyancy aids, and gloves, boots, and hoods if needed.
Perfect for your first time paddleboarding; build comfort, skills, and safety knowledge for independent paddling.
- Flat-water conditions; sheltered harbour location
- Structured 2 hour lesson
- Learn control techniques, safety & self-rescue, and have fun!
What's Included
- 5mm wetsuits, wetsuit boots, wetsuit gloves if needed, buoyancy aid, paddleboard, leash, paddle
Meeting Location
1 Harbour Terrace
Portknockie, Buckie AB56 4NW, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
- Check in and meet your friendly instructor
- Get changed and familiar with the equipment and important safety info
- Hit the water where you'll build control of the board on your knees before getting to your feet
- We provide a structured lesson that builds your comfort and prepares you for independent paddling or a tour
- Explore the harbour and venture out if conditions are safe
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Historic Portknockie Harbour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-345082P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 5mm wetsuits, wetsuit boots, wetsuit gloves if needed, buoyancy aid, paddleboard, leash, paddle.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Historic Portknockie Harbour is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson in Historic Portknockie Harbour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 5mm wetsuits, wetsuit boots, wetsuit gloves if needed, buoyancy aid, paddleboard, leash, paddle
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
