Pick up an inflatable SUP or two-person kayak delivered to the airport or hotel, inflate in minutes, and paddle Cabarete’s sheltered bays or coastal reefs at your own pace. This self-serve rental is ideal for solo paddlers, families, and travelers with tight schedules.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning light eases across Cabarete Bay and the Atlantic dares you onto glassy water — a deflated board in a backpack, a pump that hums to life, and a shoreline that waits. This rental model hands freedom to the paddler: pick up at the airport or your hotel, inflate in minutes, then choose a sheltered morning paddle behind the reef or a coastal cruise past kite-flecked beaches.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
Full day (up to 24 hours)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic balance and short paddling bursts required
Wildlife
History
Cabarete transformed from a small coastal town into an international watersports center in the late 20th century, driven by kiteboarding and surf tourism.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid trampling seagrass and coral, and pack out all trash — local NGOs monitor reef health and benefit from responsible visitor behavior.
Reserve your spot on the Puerto Plata Cabarete Inflatable Paddle Board/ Kayak Rental today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Morning Windows
Launch at first light for the calmest water and easiest paddling; winds typically pick up in the afternoon.
Respect the Reef
Avoid standing on coral and use reef-safe sunscreen to protect shallow reef systems nearshore.
Pack Light, Pack Smart
Use a dry bag for phone, wallet, and a spare layer — gear packs down but valuables do not.
Know the Weight Limits
One kayak fits two riders up to a combined 400 lbs; boards are rated to ~265 lbs — check before you launch.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
Often provided, but a properly fitting PFD ensures safe paddling in variable conditions.
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Protects skin and fragile coral ecosystems from harmful chemicals.
summer
Water Shoes
Protects feet on rocky launches and makes beach exits easier.
summer
Dry Bag (small)
Keeps phone, keys and snacks dry during a longer coastal paddling route.