Paddle boarding on Qeshm Island
Paddle boarding on Qeshm Island is one of the calmest, most accessible ways to get out on the Persian Gulf — no prior experience or particular fitness needed, and suitable for most ages. Mani Freediver teaches paddle boarding in a single session: paddling basics, standing up and balance, rescue skills, and essential open-water information, including how to read the weather before heading out.
It's a low-risk, relaxed activity — a good pick if you want something gentler than diving, or a way to get comfortable with Qeshm's water before startingfreedivingorscuba divingcourses.
Stand Up Paddle Board Course
Everything you need to get started on a paddle board, taught in a single session: paddling basics, standing up and balance (stand up paddle), rescue skills, and critical open-water information for anyone on the water — including how to read the weather. Minimum age 12. No certificate is issued.
- Sessions
- 1 session × 1.5h + 30 min theory
- Duration
- 1 session (2 hours total)
€30
6,420,000 Toman
Why paddle board on Qeshm?
Calm Persian Gulf water
For most of the year, the water around Qeshm is calm and well suited to paddle boarding — for first-timers and returning paddlers alike.
No certification needed
Paddle boarding is taught in a single session — no certification or diving background required to take part.
A coach with you the whole time
An experienced coach stays with you for the full session — not an unsupervised group rental.
Want to combine paddle boarding with snorkelling? Check theBook a Diving Experiencepage — the Paddle Board + Snorkelling option is there too.