Stand Up Paddleboard Hire

SUP

Pitlochry, Scotland

Stand Up Paddleboard Hire

Minimum age is 12! • 1 -3 Hours • At least 1 adult required per booking!

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Date

Thu, Oct 9

Travelers

2

About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), a rapidly growing watersport with deep cultural roots. Glide across serene waters, enjoy stunning views, and engage your muscles without intense exertion. Perfect for beginners, SUP offers a quick learning curve and the chance to explore lakes, rivers, and oceans in style.

Duration: 1 - 3 Hours

If you have never heard of Standup Paddleboard (SUP), you are not alone. However, it is one of the fastest-growing watersports of the moment.

Stand Up Paddleboard, also known as SUP, is a type of paddleboarding. You stand on a large board and use a paddle to travel through the water. The boards come in lots of different shapes and sizes depending on what you want to do and how experienced you are.

SUP is thought to have been around since the 16th Century. It has roots in African, South American and Polynesian cultures. It might be new to a lot of people, but it has a long history, and it’s one that you can be a part of.

You can use SUP as a way to explore and travel across long distances of water. They are great for getting out into the surf so you can ride the waves. Some people even practise yoga on paddleboards. You can get inflatable paddleboards, so it’s possible to try your skills anywhere, from canals and rivers to lakes and oceans.

Highlights

SUP is a great way to get out on the water quickly. It’s great exercise that will work all sorts of muscles, but it’s not so intense that you will burn yourself out before you can really enjoy yourself. Your position on the water means that you get a great view of the area you are exploring. You get to see all sorts of things that you can easily miss when in a kayak or sailing boat.

SUP is great because it is quick to pick up. It’s not a huge learning curve, and you can be out on the water in no time at all. There a variety of board sizes, you can select a board to suit your confidence level. The bigger boards are more stable, so you are less likely to take a dive.

All you need is a little bit of guidance on how to use the paddle, where to stand, and what to do if you do take a plunge. You’ll be ready to go in no time at all.

Includes

SUP, paddles and buoyancy aid.

Excludes

Wetsuit is excluded from the price, but can be hired for an extra charge of 5 to 10 GBP depending on the duraiton of your hire.

Important to Know

At least 1 adult is required per booking due to safety regulations.
Minimum age for this rental 12 Years.
Bring own towel, boots or trainers, swimsuit.

Adventure Tips

Start on calm waters

Choose sheltered lakes or rivers to avoid strong currents when beginning your paddleboarding journey.

Check weather conditions

Scottish weather can change rapidly; always ensure good weather before heading out on the water.

Wear a life jacket

Keep safety in mind with a properly fitted life vest, especially if you're new to paddleboarding.

Use sun protection

Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself during long hours on the water.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Common seals and herons

History

The waters around Pitlochry have been used for transportation and leisure since Victorian times, maintaining a long tradition of water-based recreation.

Conservation

Local operators promote eco-friendly paddling by encouraging minimal impact and educating visitors about preserving Scotland’s natural beauty.

Stand Up Paddleboarding with Pitlochry Boating Station & Adventure Hire in Scotland

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