Make the most of the fantastic flat water at one of our Beach Clubs and give paddle boarding a go. It's one of those water sports that doesn't take much to get started. All you need is a few pointers and one of our super stable inflatable boards and you're ready to go.
Paddle boarding is undoubtedly one if the best family activity holiday activities in Europe, regardless of whether you can stand up or prefer to sit on board.
It's an inclusive activity and the boards are sitting on the water sports beach ready to go whenever you are, there's no need to book.
The lowdown
Inclusive paddle boarding in all Beach Clubs
Free to use, no need to join a session
Join an intro session
SUP fitness
A great core workout
Fun for all ages
Why choose a paddle boarding holiday?
Whether it's Croatia, Greece, Turkey or Sardinia, the great thing about a paddle boarding holiday in Europe at one of our Beach Club locations is that the weather is glorious and the conditions are ideal for a SUP or paddle boarding trip.
It's an inclusive activity and the boards are available from the water sports beach – there's no need to book. Aside from being brilliant fun, stand up paddle boarding is a great form of exercise.
Unsurprisingly, paddle boarding requires calm waters. Fortunately, our Beach Clubs are located on beaches with calm, clear, warm water and, in some places, within protected bays, the perfect place to get a taste of paddle boarding.
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Where can you go paddle boarding?
Paddle boarding holidays in Croatia Alana Beach Club in Croatia is ideal for a paddle boarding holiday. Drift along the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea, taking in the National Park as you go.
Paddle boarding holidays in Greece The calm waters of the Ionian Sea beside our Vounaki Beach Club make it a prime spot for a family paddle boarding holiday.
Paddle boarding holidays in Turkey From weekly paddle board safari's to exploring at your own pace through the nearby coves, our Neilson x Cook's Club Adakoy has perfect bays for every ability. Our team are on hand to help with your technique and balance too.
where can you go paddle boarding?
Paddle boarding holidays in Sardinia Perched on the northeast coast of the Italian island of Sardinia our Baia dei Mori Beach Club is surrounded by crystal clear water and a pine-fringed bay.
Paddle boarding holidays in Sicily Cruise the stunning Sicilian coastal water surrounding the Neilson x Mangia's Torre del Barone Resort. The calm, sheltered waters invite you in for a paddle whenever the mood strikes.
Paddle boarding holidays in Mauritius Join a guided paddle tour or wobble your way along with friends and family. The reef-protected waters at Neilson x The Ravenala Attitude are calm, clear and made for paddleboarding. So grab a board and get stuck in.
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What can I expect from a paddle boarding holiday?
We run 30-minute introduction sessions so newbies can get to grips with the technique. Our team will be on hand to give you top tips that’ll have you standing confidently in no time at all.
They’ll help you get up on your feet feeling stable, before covering paddling technique as well as how to turn and head back to shore.
How can I get the most out of my paddle boarding holiday?
If you're a newbie, we recommend you head along to one of our introduction sessions early on during your paddle boarding holiday. This way, you'll be ready to head straight out to explore the coastline. You'll also be given tips on the best places to go so that you can make the most of your time out on the water.
Be sure to focus on maintaining good form, posture and paddle technique, otherwise you won't be going anywhere. We have plenty of handy guides about how to SUP.
Paddle boarding tips
New to paddle boarding? Here are a few helpful tips ahead of your SUP holiday.
Make sure you're using your paddle correctly: With each SUP stroke, try to maintain a trailing position and keep the blade vertical. You should put more power into the middle of the stroke, as this will help to propel you forward.
Maintain good posture: Stand tall and keep your core engaged, as this is where your strength will come from as opposed to your arms. If your posture becomes lax and you leave your arms to do all the work, this will tire you out far more quickly.
Keep your head up: While it might be tempting to look down at the water out of fear of falling in, you should try to look at the horizon instead. This will also help you to maintain your posture and allow you to paddle better.
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Paddle boarding for more than one
Most paddle boards can easily fit 2 people, which is good news for anyone wanting to take to the water as a couple, with friends or with little ones. Just be sure to evenly distribute your weight on the board. With a spot of teamwork, you can enjoy doubling up during your paddle boarding or SUP holiday
Sit the little ones on the front of the board, grab a paddle and off you go. The older ones will no doubt relish a little friendly competition, so why not get the family together on the water and see who's the fastest on their board?
Paddle boarding is a popular activity in our kids' clubs and children aged 14 and above can join in with the adult sessions.
Why choose a paddle boarding holiday with Neilson?
A paddleboarding holiday with Neilson promises plenty of adventure – you certainly won't be bored during your trip! Take a look at our Feefo, where we have over 2,000 positive reviews in the past year from customers sharing their experiences.
As with all our trips, we recommend checking out our Neilson hub to learn the tricks on how to paddle board before getting out there. Keen to book your trip? All you need to do is get in touch with our team of experts.
A brilliant multi-generational family holiday in a stunning location. Our group comprised people aged 2 -65 years & there was plenty to keep each of us fully occupied or not😊. Your staff are excellent...
A brilliant multi-generational family holiday in a stunning location. Our group comprised people aged 2 -65 years & there was plenty to keep each of us fully occupied or not😊. Your staff are excellent. Of particular note for mention are the staff running the sea urchins and turtles clubs- always full of enthusiasm, joy and really flexible in responding to the children’s needs. Between us we also participated in climbing, cycling, paddle boarding, tennis, yoga and sailing and the knowledge, experience and organisation of the leaders was impressive. Shout out also for our aqua fit leader- he gave everything. Our week went by very quickly but hopefully we’ll visit again. Thank you for a memorable holiday.
Southern Ionian Skippered Flotilla - Miss Mary McKeagney
20 August 2025
A really memorable family week sailing and motoring around the Ionian islands - we'll definitely do this again. The whole family had a blast - with the help of a fantastic flotilla crew in Finn, Keira...
A really memorable family week sailing and motoring around the Ionian islands - we'll definitely do this again. The whole family had a blast - with the help of a fantastic flotilla crew in Finn, Keira and Josh. Made plenty of ground and enjoyed the freedom of dropping anchor for day-swims, paddle-boarding, picnics and craic. Interesting itinerary which brought us to a variety of fun ports. Felt very safe and stress-free. Bravo.
2 weeks of fun, sun and off course water sport action in Sardinia with Club Neilson Active Holidays. Baia dei mori beach resort has every sport options to keep you busy with a Super nice team, always...
2 weeks of fun, sun and off course water sport action in Sardinia with Club Neilson Active Holidays. Baia dei mori beach resort has every sport options to keep you busy with a Super nice team, always on hand to make your stay as relaxing or active as can be. For us it was mostly the beach team, very helpful, always happy to help and with a smile on their face, and since we (no surprise there) spent most our time at the beach it made our stay even better. Food is okay, nothing magic, but perfectly acceptable. End of July early August is really hot, but the bedrooms are all air conditioned which is a luxury making nights very pleasant, rooms are nice, simple but very clean and comfortable, we are not spending our days inside anyway so perfectly suitable for the holidays. 2 days out with a hire car to visit the island with the family (which the reception team, also super helpful, booked for us), we visited mostly the north and east side of the island, then back to the club for more water action.
Baia dei mori doesn’t have wingfoiling gear, although it turns out they do but mostly beginners stuff for initiation to wingfoiling, I took my own gear with me, first time flying with a board bag, a little stressful but with no issues after all, and I’m certainly glad I did. 7 days of wind including one mistral day at 35 knots with gust over 40knts. I didn’t plan for strong wind conditions, thinking Sardinia in summer it wouldn’t be super windy, but on a mistral day it can be full on, luckily the Neilson beach team had a 3.5m2 wing which I could borrow and saved me that day. On the lighter wind days more winging/windsurfing if windy enough, if not then paddle boarding kayaking, dingy/ cat sailing with the girls, my wife even managed to go out windsurfing too, Everyone happy we will be back.
