Stand Up Paddle Lesson at Mackenzie Beach: Learn SUP

Thirty minutes of instruction, then an hour paddling on your own

A stand up paddle lesson at Mackenzie Beach near Larnaca teaches you SUP fundamentals on land, then puts you on the water with an instructor for 30 minutes before you paddle solo for an hour. The guide speaks English, French, German or Greek. Children from age 7 are welcome. Boards, impact vests, wetsuits if needed and a free photo shoot are included.

The experience

The lesson starts on the sand with a short talk about the board, safety rules and how to position yourself. Then you're on the water with an instructor for 30 minutes, learning to paddle and maneuver while you get the feel of the board beneath you. After that, you have a full hour to paddle on your own: still at Mackenzie Beach, still with the instructor nearby, but moving at your own pace and testing what you've just learned.

The beach sits on the flight path into Larnaca airport, so you'll watch planes descending while you're out on the water. It's an odd detail, but it's part of the spot. You get a board and paddle, an impact surface vest, and a wetsuit if the water temperature calls for it. A guide leads the lesson in English, French, German, Greek or another language depending on the group. After you finish, you can stay dry and warm. The operator offers a free photo shoot of the session, so you have proof you actually did this.

Once you've done this lesson, you're ready to join the Sunrise SUP tours the operator runs. Those depart an hour before dawn and paddle about a kilometer out to watch the sun come up over the Mediterranean. But that's a separate booking. This one gets you the skills to make it happen.

What’s included

• Board and paddle.
• impact surface vest.
• wetsuit if the water temperature requires it.
• 30-minute guided lesson with an instructor.
• 60 minutes of solo paddling time.
• free photo shoot of the session.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Child (7 to 17 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French, German, Greek and Polish

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Windsurf City Cyprus

Is this one for you?Book this if you're learning SUP for the first time or coming with a small group or family who want to try it together. The fixed 30-minute instruction keeps the lesson short enough for beginners to absorb, and the solo hour afterward gives you real time on the water to practice without pressure.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German, Greek and Polish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 17 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much time do I actually spend in the water learning?

The instructor works with you for 30 minutes on the water, teaching you to paddle and control the board. After that, you paddle solo for 60 minutes, so you're on the water for 90 minutes total on the same day.

What's included in the lesson, and do I need to bring anything?

The board, paddle, impact vest and wetsuit (if needed) are all provided. You also get a free photo shoot of the session. Bring a swimsuit, a towel and sunscreen. Public transportation options are available near Mackenzie Beach if you're not driving.

What happens after I finish this lesson?

Once you've learned the basics, you can join the Sunrise SUP tours, which meet an hour before sunrise and paddle out to watch the sun rise over the Mediterranean. Those are a separate booking and a different experience from this introductory lesson.