Coasteering in Cornwall is the ultimate adventure experience and is an exhilarating way to explore the rugged St Ives coastline. The majority of our Coasteering sessions are run from Porthmeor Beach, with Porthminster Beach also providing a spectacular alternative base if conditions favour the other side of St Ives. Coasteering is an adrenaline-charged combination of traversing rocks, floating through gullies, sea swimming, exploring caves, leaping off jumps and plunging into the ocean below. All of this takes place in a safe and fun environment under the guidance of highly trained and qualified professionals.
Coasteering sessions can be tailored to suit the needs of the group and individuals within it, It’s suitable for both beginner and intermediate level participants, with our jumps ranging from one to seven metres high. St Ives stakes a more than credible claim to being the most beautiful stretch of coastline in Cornwall, making it the ideal location for coasteering. Our expert guides know every rock pool, gully and jump in the area, and are well equipped to give you a truly unique, off-the-beaten-track perspective. All our guides are fully qualified beach lifeguards and coasteering instructors, with many years of ocean experience behind them, so you can rest easy knowing you’re in safe hands!
Group Coasteering adventure
(1.5 – 2 hours)
Our public coasteering sessions run at different times each day and are totally dictated by the tide. We operate a maximum group size of 16 people and there will always be at least two qualified guides with you. All equipment for the session itself is provided by us; all you will need to bring is a towel. The minimum age for this activity is 12 years old and all participants will need to be able to comfortably swim 50m. Children under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult.
PRIVATE GROUP COASTEERING
(1.5hr - 2 hours)
Private Coasteering sessions are ideal for large groups and families who want an experience that is uniquely tailored to their specific needs, ages and capabilities. These sessions can also be customised for hen parties, stag parties, team building days and birthday parties.
What’s included
Winter wetsuits
Wetsuit boots
Buoyancy aid
Helmet
Rash vest
Changing rooms
Adventure!
FAQs
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Coasteering is primarily run from St Ives Surf School on Porthmeor Beach. Conditions may dictate that we run from our Watersports Centre on Porthminster Beach, which is also in St Ives town centre. We will contact you via phone and/or email if this is the case.
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It's a secret, come and find out!
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Coasteering is tidally sensitive and as such, times vary each day.
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All our guides are qualified and experienced beach lifeguards with vast amounts of experience. The activity has been and is regularly risk assessed in a variety of conditions to provide an exciting but very safe experience for our customers. As with any physical activity, it does have an element of risk attached though.
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12 is our minimum age, however exceptions can be made in private groups and if the conditions are suitable. You will need to contact us in advance before booking if you wish to take any under 12s coasteering.
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That's normal, we will encourage you to do everything but only do what you are comfortable with. We have various options along the route to suit everyone's taste.
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Yes, you will need to be able to comfortably swim 50m unaided and have a reasonable level of fitness.
“fantastic morning coasteering. Excellent instructors. It was the highlight of their holiday and they can't stop talking about it. Good value for money and would definitely recommend.”
Private lessons
The private lesson structure is designed to be extremely flexible and meet the exact needs of the person or people taking the lesson.
Kakak tour
keep an eye out for seals, dolphins, sunfish, cormorants and gannets, all of which are common in this part of Cornwall.
Live from the beach
Check out our Webcam live from the Surf School on Porthmeor beach. Enjoy those golden summer sunsets melting into the sea or the raw winter storms raging from the deep.
Paddleboard
lessons
During your lesson you will be taught basic safety skills, various paddling techniques, balance and coastal awareness.