DARTMOUTH WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Two Days on the Edge: Level 2 Sea Kayak Course along Dartmouth’s Coast
A two-day Sea Kayak Devon course that teaches paddling technique, rescues and coastal navigation while exploring sea caves, headlands and wildlife.
Two Days on the Edge: Level 2 Sea Kayak Course along Dartmouth’s Coast.
Set against the rugged Devon coastline, the Level 2 Sea Kayak Course is a two‑day, coach‑led journey that blends guided exploration with focused skill development. Across consecutive days you follow short coastal journeys where personal paddling skills, rescue and emergency procedures, and tidal planning and navigation are taught and practised by friendly, experienced coaches who tailor the course to the group’s aspirations.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Journeys that double as classroom
Each day is built around a coastal journey: paddling between rocky headlands, exploring huge sea caves and learning new strokes as you go—practical skill sessions embedded in real coastal conditions.
Seal and dolphin encounters
The area is one of the UK’s premier sea‑kayak destinations, where seals, dolphins and a variety of coastal birds are commonly seen while you paddle and pause to take in the coast.
Practical rescue, navigation and paddling
Expect focused sessions on personal paddling technique, rescue and emergency procedures, tidal planning and coastal navigation designed to build confidence under the guidance of experienced coaches.
What the day feels like
What the two‑day course feels like
The course flows as a sequence of short coastal journeys: on‑water drills and stroke development are interspersed with coached practice of rescues and navigation. Over two full days the coaching is relaxed but purposeful—each outing tailored to the group so you leave with clearer technique, new skills and greater confidence on open water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a two‑day course. Typical daily times are 09:30 start and 16:30 finish each day.
Each day mixes coached coastal journeys with practical sessions covering paddling technique, rescues, tidal planning and navigation.
Participants should be prepared to stop for a picnic on a remote sandy beach during the course; coaches deliver the course in a relaxed manner but expect full‑day outdoor activity.
The course is run by Sea Kayak Devon and is delivered by friendly, experienced coaches who tailor the programme to the group.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Level 2 Sea Kayak Course?
The course runs for two days.
What are the daily start and finish times?
Courses typically start at 09:30 and finish at 16:30 each day.
What skills will I learn?
A typical course covers personal paddling skills and stroke development, rescue and emergency procedures, tidal planning and navigation.
Will we see wildlife on the course?
Yes—participants often spot seals, dolphins and coastal birds while exploring the coastline.
Is the course suitable for someone wanting coaching rather than self‑guided touring?
Yes; the programme is coach‑led, delivered in a fun, relaxed way and tailored to the aspirations of the group to help build confidence and skill.