Paddle along the dramatic Seven Sisters cliffs with RIB support and guided SUP instruction. A 75-minute coastal tour that pairs hands-on paddling with safe boat access to scenic coves and local tide-mill ruins.
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A cool Atlantic wind pushes against the paddle as the instructor points toward a clean white seam of chalk cutting across the horizon — the Seven Sisters cliffs. Small waves lap the board while a power RIB hums nearby, ready to ferry paddlers to cut-through coves and the abandoned Tide Mills at Newhaven. The sea here has a steady, purposeful pull; it nudges you along the coast and tests balance in a way that feels honest and immediate.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and basic balance; able to climb in/out of a RIB and walk on uneven shingle beaches.
Wildlife
History
The Seven Sisters are Cretaceous chalk cliffs shaped over millennia; the nearby coast supported fishing and small industrial sites, including the Victorian-era tide mills at Newhaven.
Conservation
This coastline is part of the South Downs National Park and Heritage Coast; stick to marked access points, avoid trampling vegetation and take all waste with you to reduce erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Paddle Boarding with Seven Sister View today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for briefing
Plan to arrive 15–20 minutes before departure for kit fitting and a safety briefing so you’re ready when the group launches.
Layer for cold water
Temperatures on the Channel can be low even in summer — wear or rent a wetsuit and bring a lightweight waterproof layer for after the session.
Protect electronics
Use a small dry bag or waterproof phone case — spray and brief submersion are possible when balancing and boarding.
Watch the tide and wind
Check local tide times and choose mornings for calmer conditions; operators may cancel in strong onshore winds.
Wetsuit or neoprene top
Keeps you warm in cool Channel water and extends your comfort window.
spring
Water shoes or sturdy sandals
Protects feet on shingle beaches and provides grip when boarding.
summer
Waterproof phone case / dry bag
Keeps electronics and small items dry during splashy moments.
Sun protection (hat, SPF 30+)
Direct sun on open water is stronger than it feels — protect exposed skin.
summer