Learn to sail with spectacular scenery

Watersport Breaks

Our selection of watersport breaks, run in conjunction with National Watersports Centre based on the Menai Strait, are great for families wanting to learn a new skill together, or for a group of teenagers who are interested in trying something new and spending some time on their own.

Alternatively, if you prefer someone else to be at the helm, why not charter a powerboat for a guided trip along the spectacular North Wales' coastline?

Learn to Sail (2 & 5 day options)

The two day course, available over a weekend, is designed to give you the best possible introduction to sailing double-handed dinghies. This very enjoyable weekend concentrates on teaching you essential boat handling skills to enable you to sail confidently in light winds as part of a crew in either the Laser Stratos or Laser 2000 dinghies. You will sail two or three up and have an instructor onboard for most of the weekend to help you learn the basics.

The five day course, available Monday - Friday, gives you the chance to try all types of small boat sailing, starting in a Laser Stratos or Laser 2000 with an instructor on board with you. As soon as you feel confident with basic skills such as rigging, launching, landing, tacking, gibing and sailing to windward, your instructor will then coach you from a safety boat. After two days of double-handed sailing, you will then be introduced to single-handed sailing using stable dinghies such as the Pico. You will also be introduced to the world of catamaran sailing in one of their stable and easily handled Dart 16s as well as keelboat sailing on board one of our 8 metre J80's.

• Each day runs from 9.15am to approx. 5.00pm, with an hour for lunch.
• Prices include all personal protective clothing i.e. wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, waterproofs, use of all equipment and tuition by fully qualified instructional staff.
• Minimum group size 4, maximum 6.
• Minimum age 14 (if accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 8).
• Two day course £140.00 per person. Running on 3-4 July, 31 July-1 Aug, 28-29 Aug.
• Five day course £295.00 per person. Running on 26-30 July, 9-13 Aug and 23-27 Aug.


Learn to Kayak (2 & 5 day options)

The two day course, available over a weekend, teaches you the basics of kayaking. The course focuses on the developing good boat handling skills, safety awareness and confidence. You will be taught both in the heated pool as well as paddling on sheltered water providing a perfect introduction to this great sport.

The five day course, available Monday to Friday, gives you the best possible introduction to paddlesport. You will be amazed at how rapidly you progress from beginner to confident paddler. Using their fleet of general purpose kayaks, you'll be introduced to lots of boat handling skills and safety/rescue techniques. After developing the basic skills in the heated pool, you'll go on to paddle a variety of coastal and inland locations.

• Each day runs from 9.15am to approx. 5.00pm, with an hour for lunch.
• Prices include all personal protective clothing i.e. wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, waterproofs, use of all equipment and tuition by fully qualified instructional staff.
• Minimum group size 4, maximum 6.
• Minimum age 14 (if accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 8).
• Two day course £125.00 per person. Running on 17-18 July, 21-22 Aug.
• Five day course £295.00 per person. Running on 28 June - 2 July, 26-30 July and 23 - 27 Aug.


One Day Courses

This suite of one day courses, taking place on selected dates during the Summer holidays, allows you to pick and choose between activities. A minimum booking of two days activities is required. You can do all five days or just two, or any number in between!

The emphasis on one day sessions is on having fun, giving it a go and trying something new. Each morning you will be met by your instructor, who will discuss the activity with you before taking you to stores and getting you kitted out, before you head off for the days adventure.

Monday - Dinghy Sailing
Tuesday - Kayaking
Wednesday - Windsurfing
Thursday - Coasteering/Gorge Walking
Friday - Powerboat Trip/Catamaran Sailing

• Each day runs from 9.15am to approx. 5.00pm, with an hour for lunch.
• Prices include all personal protective clothing i.e. wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, waterproofs, use of all equipment and tuition by fully qualified instructional staff.
• Minimum group size 4, maximum 6 (maximum of 8 for kayaking and coasteering)
• Minimum age 14 (if accompanied by an adult, minimum age is 8).
• £42.50 per person per day, minimum booking of 2 days.


How to Book

To book any of the above courses, please telephone the Plas Menai Booking Line on 01248 673943 or 0845 8460028, or e-mail info@plasmenai.co.uk. You will need your unique Menai Holiday Cottages booking reference when booking.

Click here for Terms & Conditions and Joining Information.

Powerboat Rides

Why not charter your very own powerboat and enjoy the spectacular North Wales' coast line? Visit remote beaches, off-shore islands and view some breathtaking scenery.

Enjoy an exhilarating ride along the Menai Straits, around the beautiful Llanddwyn Island or travel further afield along the Anglesey coastline and find a secluded beach for a picnic lunch.

Take advantage of these special rates, exclusively for Menai Holidays' customers.

• Charters start from Ribride's base at Victoria Dock, Caernarfon or from Moel y Don on Anglesey (LL61 6EZ)
• The state of the art RIBs have quiet but powerful 225hp engines and can seat up to 12 people in comfort travelling at speeds of up to 50mph.
• Choose from:
o 1 hour boat ride £150 (Normally £180)
o ½ day boat ride £350 (Normally £395)
o Full day boat ride £545 (Normally £595)
• Fully qualified skipper
• Waterproofs and lifejackets provided
• Please book directly with Ribride on 07914040001 or visit their website.

Cottages for Watersport Breaks

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