Newquay Activity Centre
South West England / Cornwall

Newquay Activity Centre

Water Sports
Coasteering
Sea Kayaking
Surfing
Body Boarding
Paddle Boarding

Owners description

With over 20 years of industry experience, our award-winning activities guarantee grin-inducing fun for all.

Surfing, Bodyboarding, Coasteering, Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Outdoor Training, we do it all and more here in Newquay.  Cornwall’s adventure capital. New skills are gained and great memories are made with Newquay Activity Centre.

Whether you want to brush up on your ocean skills, enjoy the Cornish coastline from a new angle or turn your passion into a profession with our Outdoor Activity Instructor Training Course, we have the expertise and experience to deliver awesome results.

Our purpose-designed centre is located in the heart of Newquay just minutes from the town centre. We are a short walk from both Towan and Fistral beach and there are plenty of surf shops, independent retailers and cafes/restaurants nearby.

Tours and tickets

Taster Surf Lessons

Learn to surf at our Newquay Surf School in Cornwall and prepare to get highly addicted. Our Taster Surfing Lessons are aimed at total beginners and will introduce you to this super-cool and fun sport.

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Surf Lesson & Hire

It’s new, progressive and unique to the NAC’s Newquay Surfing School. Learn to surf in Newquay and pack in stacks of water time with our Surf Lesson and Half Day Hire!

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Adventure Gully

Do you want an off the beaten track adventure? Our Adventure Gully Coasteer is an exclusive secret, pioneered by our instructors just minutes from Towan Beach. Prepare to be confronted by an awesome cave, packed with natural features for exploration.

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Coasteer & Super SUP

Why not combine two of our most popular activities to create something special while you’re here in Newquay. Super stand up paddle boarding (think standard SUP, but much MUCH bigger) and our award winning, adrenaline packed coasteers in Newquay.

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Paddleboarding Lesson & Tour

Have you seen those idyllic images of paddle boarders in picturesque places? A shadowed silhouette of paddle and person against a tinged sunset skyline? Well now is the perfect time to come and try the world’s fastest growing water sport for yourself!

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Sea Kayaking Tour

Join us on our scenic Sea Kayak Lesson & Tour in Newquay as we navigate Cornwall’s coastline up close and personal from sit-on-top kayaks. Explore smugglers caves, inviting coves, imposing cliffs and epic landscapes along this exciting kayaking route.

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Reviews

5 stars
Sanju Ghale, a month ago

We had an incredible experience with James as our instructor for both surfing and coasteering! From the moment we met him, he made us feel completely at ease. James took everything at a steady pace, making sure we felt comfortable and confident before moving on to anything new. His teaching style was clear, calm, and incredibly patient—perfect for beginners like us. What really stood out was how respectful and supportive he was. James never pressured us into doing anything we weren’t comfortable with. Instead, he encouraged us gently, always prioritizing our safety and enjoyment. Thanks to his approach, we ended up trying things we never thought we’d be brave enough to do! We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. James is not only knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely kind and easy to be around. If you’re looking for someone who will teach you well, keep you safe, and make sure you have a fantastic time, James is the one to go with. Highly recommend!

5 stars
Chloe Sewell, a month ago

Absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish! I did a half-day of surfing and another half-day of coasteering — both were incredible. James, our instructor, was fantastic: clear, encouraging, and great fun throughout. The whole team was super friendly and helpful, and the business is run with real care and passion. The location couldn’t be better — stunning scenery and perfect conditions. Can’t recommend this highly enough — 5 stars all the way!

5 stars
Ellie Grace, a month ago

We had a private surf lesson with women + waves based here at the activity centre and it was great. Everything ran super smoothly and was very organised. All the gear was provided and we had the best time. Our instructor Elaine was perfect, she was so patient and encouraging, and full of helpful tips. We 100% recommend and would love to come back for another lesson!

5 stars
Trushant Lall, 11 months ago

Sarah at Newquay Activity Centre provided an absolutely unforgettable experience during our Adventure Gully activities! From start to finish, she was outstandingly good, exuding a perfect blend of friendliness and professionalism. Sarah expertly guided us to the best spot for our dives and ensured our safety while we swam to the cave where we witnessed the breathtaking Dragon Stone. Her knowledge and passion truly shone through, making the adventure both exhilarating and safe. I can't recommend Sarah highly enough – she made our day one to remember! Five stars!

5 stars
Andrew Garner, 2 weeks ago

Returned today for coasteering. Daisy was our lead again and she was brilliant and knowledgeable and handled the group with different abilities very professionally. Would recommend this activity and the centre to everyone. Again relaxed and fun.