Twelve days. Eleven nights. One spectacular coastline.
9–20 August 2027
12 days / 11 nights | £1,495 per person
Maximum 4 guests
This is the big one.
A proper sea-kayaking expedition along the entire Pembrokeshire coast.
We set out from St Dogmaels in the north or Amroth in the south, and aim to paddle all the way to the other end.
The National Park’s Coast Path provides the inspiration for the route, but we’re travelling by sea rather than following the cliffs on foot.
Which means we can cross bays, use the tides to our advantage and take a more direct route where the coastline allows.
The result?
One county. One expedition. Twelve days.
The whole of Pembrokeshire in one trip
The Pembrokeshire coastline is famous for its variety.
The northern coast has its rugged volcanic cliffs and exposed headlands.
Further west, the coastline becomes increasingly wild and remote.
Then come the great western bays, offshore islands and dramatic cliffs around St Davids.
On the south coast are huge limestone cliffs, sea caves, arches, Stackpole, Castlemartin and some of the most spectacular coastline in Wales.
And eventually, the beaches and headlands of the south coast lead us towards Amroth.
Trying to link all of this together into one continuous sea-kayaking journey is what makes the End-to-End so appealing.
Around 18–20 miles a day
We’ll be aiming for roughly 18–20 miles of travel on many days, with around 5–6 hours of paddling depending on the route and conditions.
That doesn’t mean every day will look the same.
Some days will be shorter and some may be longer.
And there may be days when the weather dictates that we don’t paddle at all.
The objective is to complete the journey safely while making the best use of the conditions available to us.
Tides are part of the route planning
This is one of the things that makes the End-to-End particularly interesting.
When you’re travelling around a coastline like Pembrokeshire, the tides aren’t just something you have to work around.
They’re part of the engine that moves you and we’ll use tidal streams as much as possible to help us cover the distances required.
Choosing where to be, and when, becomes a big part of the expedition and sometimes the best route isn’t the shortest route on a map.
It’s the one that puts us in the right place at the right state of tide.
Planning the entire Pembrokeshire Coast is one of the things that makes this trip particularly satisfying.
Eleven nights beside the coast
We’ll camp for all 11 nights.
Some nights will be at established campsites.
Others may be wild camps where the circumstances and access allow.
We’ll carry much of our food and all of the camping equipment we need, with opportunities to resupply along the way.
There’s something wonderfully simple about the rhythm of an expedition like this.
Paddle.
Explore.
Find somewhere to camp.
Cook.
Watch the sun go down.
Sleep.
Wake up.
Do it all again.
And after a long day on the water, there’s something pretty special about climbing into a warm sleeping bag and falling asleep to the sounds of the coast.
The weather decides when we rest
A journey of this length can’t sensibly be planned around a rigid day-by-day schedule and if the weather gives us a good run of conditions, we’ll make the most of it.
If the sea says we need a rest day, we’ll take one.
The support vehicle will be available if needed during the expedition, although the intention is to use it as little as possible – ideally just for the start and finish, with perhaps a check-in or resupply if the logistics require it.
On an expedition such as this, flexibility is part of the deal.
Who is this for?
The End-to-End is aimed at intermediate sea kayakers and above who are experienced campers.
You need to be comfortable:
- Spending long days on the water
- Paddling 18–20 miles on a demanding day
- Spending 5–6 hours in the kayak
- Camping outdoors for 11 nights
- Carrying camping equipment and supplies
- Dealing with changing weather
- Being part of a small expedition group
- Launching and landing from a variety of coastal locations
Previous multi-day kayaking experience would be strongly recommended.
If you’re unsure whether your experience is suitable, please talk to us before booking.
Four paddlers. One guide.
There will be a maximum of four guests, accompanied by one experienced Mayberry guide which is kept deliberately small.
On a long expedition, a small group makes the logistics much simpler and allows us to make decisions together.
It also means the trip retains the friendly, personal atmosphere that we want Mayberry holidays to have.
What’s included?
Your £1,495 price includes:
- 12 days of guided sea kayaking
- 11 nights of expedition camping
- Experienced Mayberry expedition guide
- Kayak if required
- Paddle if required
- Buoyancy aid
- Spraydeck
- Helmet where appropriate
- Dry bags if required
- Group safety equipment
- Expedition planning and route planning
- Necessary support transport
- Resupply logistics
Maximum group size: 4 guests
What’s not included?
- Accommodation
- Food
- Personal camping equipment
- Personal sleeping bag and sleeping system
- Travel to and from Pembrokeshire
- Personal travel/adventure insurance
- Personal spending money
You’ll need to bring appropriate personal camping and paddling equipment, although we can provide the kayaking equipment listed above if required.
Food and resupply
Food isn’t included in the price.
The plan is to carry much of the food we need for the expedition, with opportunities to resupply along the route where the itinerary and tides allow.
We will provide more detailed guidance on food and expedition planning before the trip.
Transport
The intention is to keep vehicle use to a minimum.
Ideally, the support vehicle will be used at the beginning and end of the expedition, with additional use only where a check-in, resupply or change of plan makes it necessary.
We’ll discuss the practical arrangements with everyone before the expedition.
This isn’t a race
There will be a sense of achievement in completing the journey.
But this isn’t about setting a speed record.
We’re here to experience Pembrokeshire.
We’ll stop when there’s something worth stopping for.
We’ll take time to appreciate the coastline.
We’ll watch the wildlife.
We’ll make the most of good conditions.
And if the weather tells us to slow down, we’ll slow down.
The aim is to finish the journey having had an incredible expedition – not simply to finish it as quickly as possible.
The End-to-End at a glance
Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Date: 9–20 August 2027
Price: £1,495 per person
Group: Maximum 4 guests
Experience: Intermediate paddlers and above with camping experience
Typical paddling: 18–20 miles / 5–6 hours on many days
Camping: 11 nights
Food: Not included
Guide: Experienced Mayberry expedition guide
Start: St Dogmaels or Amroth, depending on logistics
Finish: The opposite end of the Pembrokeshire coast
Ready to paddle Pembrokeshire from end to end?
Twelve days.
Eleven nights under canvas.
A whole county.
And one spectacular sea-kayaking adventure.
Come and take on the Pembrokeshire End-to-End.
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