Kayak & SUP in San Juan del Sur
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Kayak & SUP in San Juan del Sur
Kayak and stand-up paddle are the quiet way onto the water: the bay in San Juan del Sur on a calm morning, the islets and lakeshore at Granada, and Laguna de Apoyo when the wind is down. Rentals are usually by the hour. A guided paddle matters if you do not know the boat channels. Wear a vest even if you swim well; afternoon wind on the lake is real.
The bay is the easy paddle, close to town, best before the wind. Open beaches are not a casual SUP spot. A few lodges on Maderas and up the coast rent boards to guests and sometimes to walk-ins. If you want a longer guided paddle, ask whether the route stays inside the bay. It should, unless you specifically want a downwind run.
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Questions
Is the lake safe for a SUP?
In the morning, yes, if you stay out of fast boat channels. Afternoon wind is the reason to go back.
Do I need a guide?
For the Isletas, a guide helps the first time. The San Juan del Sur bay is simpler if you stay near shore.
What is included with a rental?
A board or kayak, a paddle, and a vest. Ask about the vest. Transfers to Apoyo or the islets may be extra.