Kayak Hire

Kayak Hire on Llyn Padarn

Kayaks can be collected from the Padarn Water Sports Centre, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis LL55 4TY.

Padarn Water Sports Centre is located just off the Slate Museum Car Park (£5 per vehicle), next to the Lake Side Railway.

Single kayak including wetsuit/PFD £30 | Double kayak including 2x wetsuit/PFD £50 | For up to 3 hours

We provide – Sit on Top Kayak | Paddle | Wetsuit | PFD (Buoyancy Aid)

You need  Swimmers | Shoes | Towel

Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before booking time to find parking and collect kit.

The equipment we have in stock is typically suitable for 8 years+.

Any additional wetsuits/PFDs are charged at £5.

Single Kayak – manufacturers max recommended capacity is 145kg | Double Kayak – manufacturers max recommended capacity is 200kg.

We have basic changing areas and limited storage for your belongings at our watersports centre, at busy times you may need to wait your turn to use these facilities.

Kayaking  is an adventurous activity and entails risk BE ADVENTURESMART

Ask yourself 3 questions before you set off:

– Am I confident I have the KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS for the day?

– Do I know what the WEATHER will be like?

– Do I have the right GEAR?

Please be aware that there is no guide or coach to assist you on your kayaking adventure. Llyn Padarn is not manned and does not have lifeguard patrol.

Hire conditions

Typically kayaks are available for collection from 9am, latest return time 6pm, although we are happy to discuss arrangements outside these hours with advance notice.

It is best to pre-book, please contact us for availability and opening times.

To book please email [ [email protected] ] with number of boats required, date and collection time. We will reply with payment details if we have availability or suggest closest alternative option.

Pre-booking payment can be made by bank transfer or credit/debit card.

Booking on the day by credit/debit cards only.