Koru Kayaking
St Agnes & Helford, Cornwall - guided sea kayak and paddleboard adventures
Trevaunance Cove, St Agnes, Cornwall, TR5 0RU | 07794 321827
Discover the coast you can only reach by kayak
Koru Kayaking runs guided sea kayak and paddleboard adventures along two very different stretches of the Cornish coastline, opening up sea caves, coves and stretches of water that simply aren't accessible any other way. On the north coast, the St Agnes Kayak Adventure launches from Trevaunance Cove and follows the dramatic, colourful cliffs of the St Agnes Heritage Coast - part of the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site - threading through rock arches and sea caves with a good chance of spotting Atlantic grey seals, and occasionally dolphins, basking sharks and sunfish.
On the south coast, the Helford Kayak Adventure launches from the private foreshore of the Budock Vean Hotel near Falmouth, paddling the calm, wooded waters of the Helford River towards Frenchman's Creek or out into Falmouth Bay - a gentler adventure through oak woodland, secluded beaches and, depending on the tide, the chance to explore old shipwreck sites. A Helford SUP Adventure covers similar ground on a stand-up paddleboard for those who fancy something a little different. All three trips run for around two hours and are guided throughout by an experienced instructor, with swimming at a secluded beach included on warm days.
No previous kayaking or paddleboarding experience is needed - sessions start with a full safety briefing and basic paddling instruction, and use stable, easy-to-handle sit-on kayaks (tandem doubles are available for those paddling with children or less confident partners). Koru Kayaking is a WiSe-certified operator, a Cornwall Wildlife Trust business supporter, and works alongside the RNLI on safety at St Agnes - the company has also been featured by the Guardian, the BBC, the Times and the Independent, and picked up a TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice award.
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Prices & Booking
Guided kayak adventures start from £50 per person for a two-hour session, running from April to October with up to three tours a day from each location in summer. Wetsuits and booties are included, or you can bring your own; also bring swimwear, a towel, water and sun protection.
Minimum age 10; under-14s share a double kayak with an accompanying adult. Participants should be able to swim around 25 metres.
Visitor Information
Parking
Limited pay-and-display parking is available close to Trevaunance Cove beach. For the Helford trips, parking is at the Budock Vean Hotel near Falmouth - your exact meeting point is confirmed when you book.
Facilities
Trevaunance Cove has cafés, a pub and toilets right by the beach. Wetsuits, booties and buoyancy aids are provided as part of every session.
Disabled Access
Kayaking is a physically demanding water activity involving getting in and out of a kayak in open water, so accessibility varies by individual need - contact Koru Kayaking directly to discuss what's possible before booking.
Things to Do Nearby
- Trevaunance Cove Beach - the sandy beach right where the St Agnes tours launch from.
- St Agnes Head & Heritage Coast - dramatic clifftop walking trails through the mining landscape, part of the Cornwall World Heritage Site.
- St Agnes Village - a short walk inland, with independent shops, pubs and cafés.
- Chapel Porth - a National Trust beach a couple of miles along the coast, known for its "hedgehog" ice cream.
- Perranporth Beach - a large sandy beach a few miles north, popular with surfers.
Nearby Places to Stay
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Website
For the latest availability, prices and booking, visit the official Koru Kayaking website directly, or view a live copy below.
Visit korukayaking.co.ukPage last updated: 20 August 2026