Kayaking in Bahrain Bay: Sunrise, Sunset & General Paddles

You paddle the kayak yourself, not watch from a boat.

Kayaking in Bahrain Bay is a two-hour paddle on the water where you operate a single or double kayak, with a guide, life jacket, refreshments and ice cream included. Choose from general kayaking available daily, sunset paddles every day, or sunrise with breakfast on weekends only. Suitable for all fitness levels, from beginners to experienced paddlers.

The experience

Bahrain Bay public beach is where Island Activities, a local Bahraini operator, runs kayak sessions. You get a choice of three schedules: general kayaking any day, sunset paddles that run daily, or sunrise with breakfast served only on weekends. Each session lasts two hours and includes a tour guide who speaks English or Arabic, a life jacket, refreshments and ice cream. Single kayaks, double kayaks, clear kayaks and paddleboards are all available, and kids' kayaks too, so you can pick the setup that fits your group.

The bay itself is suitable for all fitness levels. Kayaking works whether you're a beginner picking it up for the first time or someone who's paddled before. The equipment and the guide are there to support either. Beyond the water, the beach has a volleyball court, bathrooms and a changing room, so you can stay and use the facilities after you paddle.

What’s included

• Tour guide in English or Arabic.
• life jacket.
• refreshments and ice cream.
• access to the volleyball court, bathrooms and changing room at the beach.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday

AgesUp to age 65

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Island Tours & Activities

Is this one for you?Pick the sunrise session if you want to paddle before the day heats up and have breakfast included; choose sunset if you prefer paddling in the evening light and want the daily schedule; general kayaking works any day you want to get on the water without tying yourself to a specific time.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

What's included in the two-hour kayaking session?

The kayaking includes a tour guide, life jacket, refreshments and ice cream. You choose the kayak type (single, double, clear kayak or paddleboard) when you book.

Can I kayak in Bahrain Bay if I've never paddled before?

Yes. Kayaking in Bahrain Bay is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide is there to help. Beginners and experienced paddlers both paddle the same sessions.

What's the difference between the sunrise, sunset and general kayaking options?

General kayaking is available every day. Sunset kayaking runs daily. Sunrise with breakfast is only offered on weekends. The other two options run seven days a week.

Are kids able to kayak in Bahrain Bay?

Yes. Kids' kayaks are available, and infants can ride on an adult's lap. The activity is designed to work for families.

What facilities are at Bahrain Bay public beach?

The beach has a volleyball court, bathrooms and a changing room available to use before or after your kayaking session.