Kayaking Experience in Abu Dhabi

Kayaking in Abu Dhabi is a calm, low-key way to spend part of your day on the water, away from the pace of the city. You paddle at your own speed in a single or double kayak, on a session that runs 30 or 60 minutes.

After a quick check-in, a trained team gives you a brief safety and paddling instruction before fitting you with a life jacket and paddle, so no previous kayaking experience is needed. You must be able to swim and paddle independently, and the minimum age for this activity is 13, with anyone under 18 needing to be accompanied by an adult. Arrive about 10 minutes early so there is time for the briefing before you head out.

This session works equally well for confident paddlers and complete beginners, since the same guidance is given to everyone before you enter the water, and how hard you paddle is entirely up to you. Choosing the double kayak option lets you share the session with a partner or friend, while the single kayak suits travellers who would rather paddle on their own.

On the water

Kayaking stays within dedicated, marked water zones, so you can focus on paddling rather than navigation while staying within sight of the trained team supervising the session. You glide across gentle waters at your own pace, taking in the coastal scenery from a kayak instead of the shore, whether you keep things relaxed or paddle more actively. The marked zones keep the session calm and predictable, which suits both a short 30-minute paddle and the longer 60-minute option if you want more time on the water.

Whichever session length you choose, complimentary bottled water helps you stay refreshed, and locker access is included so you have somewhere secure to leave your belongings while you are on the water.

Rayna's local team handles the booking for this kayaking session, including pick-up coordination, so support is on hand if any questions come up before your time on the water.

• Paddle Abu Dhabi's calm coastal waters at your own pace, solo or in a double kayak.
• Choose a 30-minute or 60-minute session in a single or double kayak.
• Get a brief safety and paddling instruction from a trained team before you set off.
• All essential gear is included, from a life jacket and paddle to bottled water.
• Locker access is included so you can safely store your belongings while you paddle.

• Life jacket and paddle
• Brief safety and paddling instruction
• Bottled water
• Locker access

• Personal expenses such as shopping, drinks and dining on-site during the tour
• Optional add-ons not selected at booking

1. You will receive your booking voucher by email once your booking is complete.
2. Download the voucher and carry the soft copy on your phone.
3. The driver will verify your voucher at the time of pick-up.

• Carry your original passport or Emirates ID to present at the counter.
• Bring your own swimwear and a towel.
• You must be able to swim and paddle independently.
• Life jackets are mandatory and are provided for every session.
• Kayaking is restricted to designated safe zones on the water.
• Arrive 10 minutes before your session for the safety briefing.
• Minimum age is 13; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• This activity is not suitable for young children or infants.