TORQUAY SUP FIELD GUIDE
Sunrise Stand-up on Oddicombe: Solo SUP Board Hire in Torquay’s Sheltered Bay
Solo SUP Board Hire outfits beginners and families for stand-up paddle sessions off Oddicombe Beach with supplied boards, paddles and buoyancy aids—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Sunrise Stand-up on Oddicombe: Solo SUP Board Hire in Torquay’s Sheltered Bay.
Oddicombe Beach, on the wilder side of Torbay, offers calm, sheltered water in Babbacombe Bay and stunning sunrises that draw early-morning swimmers and SUP riders; Sea Kayak Torbay’s Solo SUP Board Hire outfits beginners and families for self-guided paddles in a marine conservation zone where seals and cetaceans are sometimes seen.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Oddicombe Beach and Babbacombe Bay
A sheltered beach awarded Blue Flag status and sheltered from prevailing winds, Oddicombe is ideal for learning and quiet paddling, with early-morning light that draws a local SUP community.
All Essentials Included
Each hire comes with a board, paddle, leash and a buoyancy aid for every paddler, so you arrive ready to step onto the water and get moving.
Paddling in a Marine Conservation Zone
The hire takes place within a protected stretch of Torbay; visits from seals and occasional cetaceans are part of the experience if you keep a quiet profile on the water.
What the day feels like
What the Paddle Feels Like
You launch from a sheltered slip to the quiet glass of Babbacombe Bay. The boards—stable 11.4 models for beginners and a narrower 10.4 for smaller or more experienced paddlers—make it easy to stand and learn, while the surrounding cliffs and open water create a compact, wildlife-rich arena for short solo excursions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits—and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each hire includes a board (11.4 or 10.4 Body Glove models), a paddle, leash and a safety buoyancy jacket for each paddler.
Bring weather-appropriate clothing and any personal items; the operator supplies the paddle and buoyancy aid.
Arrive 10 minutes before your hire and bring your confirmation code to the Booking Kiosk at the top of the slipway.
Choose the 11.4 board for maximum stability (recommended for beginners and parent-child pairs) or the 10.4 board for smaller paddlers or those with some experience.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What equipment is provided with a hire?
Each hire includes a board, paddle, leash and a safety buoyancy jacket for every paddler.
Who can hire a board on their own?
Only people aged over 18 may hire boards singly.
Can teenagers share a board?
Yes—two 14-year-old teenagers can share a board.
Can younger children use a board alone?
Younger children can use a board on their own if supervised by a parent and if they stay within the marked area.
When and where do I check in?
Arrive 10 minutes before your hire and present your confirmation code at the Booking Kiosk at the top of the slipway.
Will I see wildlife on the paddle?
Possibly: the area sits within a marine conservation zone and is regularly visited by seals and sometimes cetaceans.