Rent a Giant Stand Up Paddle XXL for groups

A giant paddleboard turns a simple beach rental into a team sport. Up to six people kneel or stand together, paddle along the bay at Ca’n Pastilla Beach, and try to move one very large board in the same direction. It is a good fit for families, friends, birthday groups, and workplace outings.

I like the group price of $170, which works out well when six people share it, and I like the practical setup: equipment, lockers, and a beach shower are included. The main catch is parking. One review specifically warns that it can be difficult, so give yourself extra time and arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Key points to know before you book

• Six people can share one XXL SUP: The board is designed for group paddling, not solo practice.
• Ca’n Pastilla Bay is the activity area: You paddle from the beach and return to the same meeting point.
• The rental lasts 1.5 hours: That gives you a proper session without taking up the whole day.
• You must be able to swim: Life jackets may be available if needed, but non-swimmers cannot take part.
• BonaOna Surf School provides the essentials: Equipment, lockers, and a beach shower are included.
• There is no instructor: You rent the board and equipment, then manage the activity with your group.

One giant board, six paddlers, and plenty of teamwork

A normal stand up paddleboard is usually a quiet solo activity. This XXL version changes the mood completely. You are sharing one oversized inflatable board, so every paddle stroke affects the rest of the group.

That makes the activity funny in the best sense. Someone paddles too hard, another person turns the opposite way, and the board may head off at an angle. The goal is not speed. It is learning to move together without sending the whole group into a muddle.

You can paddle from Ca’n Pastilla Beach along the bay, enjoying time on the water without committing to a full-day excursion. The 1.5-hour rental is long enough for instructions from your own group, practice, and a good stretch of paddling.

The activity is aimed at children and adults, but every participant needs to be comfortable in the water. This is not a dry ride or a gentle floating platform. You need to swim without relying on a flotation device.

Why Ca’n Pastilla Beach works for this activity

Ca’n Pastilla Beach is the starting point and finishing point, with BonaOna Surf School located at building number 7 in front of the beach. That beachfront position keeps the arrangement simple. You do not need hotel transportation or a separate boat transfer.

The bay setting also suits a large board. Group paddleboarding is easier when you can stay close to shore rather than deal with a long open-water route. The supplied information does not promise a fixed course or a guided sightseeing route, so think of this as a water activity in the bay, not a narrated tour of Palma.

That distinction matters. If you want local history, a named guide, or a carefully planned route, this rental may feel too loose. If you mainly want time together on the water, the simple format is a strength.

You return to the same meeting point when the session ends. That makes it easy to pair the activity with other time at the beach, though you should still allow time to change and collect your belongings.

What the 1.5-hour session feels like

Your booking begins at BonaOna Surf School, in front of Ca’n Pastilla Beach. Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start. You will need a copy or picture of your passport or ID, and all participants must sign a rental form agreeing to take care of the equipment.

The rental form is a small but important part of the process. A giant inflatable board is shared by the whole group, so everyone has a reason to handle the equipment carefully. Read the instructions, ask anything that is unclear, and make sure your group understands the basic plan before heading out.

The rental includes the board and all required equipment. Life jackets are available if needed, but the safety rule is clear: each person must already know how to swim. A life jacket does not make the activity suitable for a non-swimmer.

Once on the water, your group can paddle together along the bay. The activity is less about mastering technical paddleboarding and more about coordination. You will likely need to agree on a rhythm, decide who paddles where, and work out how to turn.

That shared effort is the real appeal. Children can take part alongside adults, and the board gives a group something to do together rather than splitting everyone into separate activities. It is also a natural choice for a birthday, bachelor or bachelorette outing, or a casual team-building session.

The session ends back at the beach meeting point. Lockers are available for clothes and belongings, and a beach shower is included, which is useful after salt water and sand.

The best value comes with a full group

The price is $170 per group of up to six people. At the maximum group size, that is about $28.33 per person for 1.5 hours. That is a fairer deal than it first appears because the price covers the group, not six separate individual rentals.

The value drops if only two people use the board. Two participants would pay the full group price between them, and the XXL board is designed for group fun rather than a private two-person paddle. If your group has four to six people, the cost makes much more sense.

You also get all equipment, lockers, and a shower. Those practical extras save you from arranging storage for phones and clothes or searching for somewhere to rinse off afterward. Food and drinks are not included, so plan those separately.

There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. That keeps the price focused on the water activity, but you are responsible for reaching Ca’n Pastilla Beach. Parking deserves special attention. One person found it difficult, so do not assume you can pull up just before the start time and find a convenient space.

Who will enjoy the XXL SUP most

This is best for a group that enjoys laughing, cooperating, and trying something slightly chaotic. You do not need to be an expert paddleboarder, but you do need to be willing to listen to the people beside you and accept that the board may not travel in a perfectly straight line.

Families can use it as a shared beach activity, provided every child taking part can swim. Adults should consider the ages and confidence levels in the group before booking. The activity is not suitable for pregnant women or non-swimmers.

Friends may find the group format especially appealing. A normal paddleboard rental can separate a group across the water, while this board keeps everyone together. That also makes it useful for celebrations and informal team-building.

The experience may be less suitable if you want quiet time alone. Six people paddling one board is social and active. It rewards cooperation, not solitude.

It is also not the right choice for a group that expects a formal lesson. No instructor is included. BonaOna Surf School provides the rental setup, but your group is responsible for operating the board during the session.

What is included, and what you still need to bring

The rental includes:

• One 1.5-hour session
• The giant inflatable SUP and related equipment
• Life jackets if needed
• Lockers for clothing and belongings
• A beach shower

Bring water. You should also arrive with a copy or photo of your ID or passport, since that is required before taking part.

Food and drinks are not provided. The activity information also says alcoholic drinks are not allowed in the vehicle. Since no hotel transport is included, that restriction may be less relevant to many people, but it is still worth noting if your plans involve transportation.

Wear something suitable for a water activity and bring only what you need. The lockers are useful, but you will have a better time if you keep valuables to a minimum. The supplied information does not specify the exact locker system or storage size, so avoid arriving with a large amount of luggage.

Parking and arrival at BonaOna Surf School

The meeting point is BonaOna Surf School, building number 7, directly in front of Ca’n Pastilla Beach. The activity ends at this same point.

The practical advice is simple: arrive early. All participants need to be there 15 minutes before the start, and parking may take longer than expected. This is particularly important for a group of six, since you need time to gather everyone, show identification, sign the rental form, store your belongings, and get ready.

Do not treat the meeting time as the time to begin looking for the school. Check the starting time when booking, then work backward from that time. If you are coming from another part of Palma, allow a buffer for traffic and parking.

The lack of hotel pickup is not a major problem if you are already staying near Ca’n Pastilla or have your own transport plan. It is a bigger consideration if you are relying on a tightly timed taxi, bus, or airport connection.

The activity is fun, but safety rules are firm

The supplied safety conditions are clear. Every participant must be able to swim without a flotation device. Non-swimmers cannot take part, and the activity is not suitable for pregnant women.

That rule should guide your booking more than the promise of life jackets. A life jacket can add support, but it does not replace swimming ability. If one member of your group is uneasy in the water, choose a different beach activity rather than hoping the equipment will solve the problem.

All participants also sign a rental form to take care of the equipment. This is normal for a rental and reinforces the need for sensible behavior. The board is shared, so avoid treating it like a rough playground.

Because no instructor is included, you should be comfortable following the rental staff’s instructions and making decisions as a group. If you are unsure about how the board works, ask before leaving the beach.

How it compares with a standard paddleboard rental

A regular SUP is usually better for people who want independence, exercise, or a quiet paddle. You control your own board and do not need to match anyone else’s rhythm.

The XXL SUP offers the opposite experience. It keeps the group together and creates a built-in challenge. The board may be less efficient, but efficiency is not the point. You are paying for shared amusement and a group activity, not a fast route across the bay.

That makes the choice fairly easy. Pick the XXL board for social time, laughter, and teamwork. Pick a standard board if you want personal space or a more serious paddle.

The group size also changes the value. With six people, the board becomes an affordable shared outing. With a very small group, the cost per person rises and the teamwork element is reduced.

Booking flexibility and timing

The rental lasts 1.5 hours, and available starting times are shown when you check the date. That gives you room to fit it around a beach day or another Palma plan.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your schedule is still changing. Keep an eye on the exact cancellation deadline attached to your booking.

The 1.5-hour length is useful for families and mixed groups. It is long enough to feel like a real outing, but short enough that you can still plan lunch, sightseeing, or more beach time afterward. Do not forget to allow extra time for arrival, changing, showering, and collecting items from the lockers.

The strongest reason to book

The most praised part is simple: people had a great time together and would recommend it. That matches the design of the activity. The giant board gives everyone a role, and the shared effort creates the kind of easy humor that is hard to produce with separate equipment.

The second strong point is the practical setup at the beach. Lockers and a shower remove two common annoyances from water activities. You can store clothes and belongings, then rinse off before moving on.

The main caution is parking. It is not a complaint about the water session itself, but it can affect the start of your day. Plan ahead, arrive early, and do not book this with a schedule so tight that a search for parking could cause stress.

Should you book this Ca’n Pastilla group rental?

Book it if you have four to six people who can swim and want a cheerful shared activity rather than a formal lesson. The price is strongest with a full group, and the 1.5-hour format fits neatly into a beach day.

It is especially suitable for families with confident young swimmers, groups of friends, birthday outings, bachelor or bachelorette events, and workplace team-building. You will get the most from it if everyone accepts that coordination, not speed, is the challenge.

Skip it if anyone in the group is a non-swimmer, if you want an instructor-led tour, or if you prefer quiet solo paddling. Also plan your arrival carefully because parking at Ca’n Pastilla Beach can be difficult.

For the right group, this is a straightforward, good-value way to get everyone on the water at once, with equipment storage and a shower included.

FAQ

Where does the giant SUP rental start?

It starts at BonaOna Surf School, at building number 7 in front of Ca’n Pastilla Beach in the Balearic Islands.

How long does the activity last?

The rental lasts 1.5 hours. Starting times depend on availability when you book.

How many people can use one XXL paddleboard?

The price covers a group of up to six people. The board is designed for several people to paddle together.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes. Every participant must be able to swim without a flotation device. Non-swimmers cannot take part.

Are lockers and showers available?

Yes. Lockers are available for clothes and belongings, and a shower at the beach is included.

Is an instructor included?

No. This is a rental, not an instructor-led lesson. All participants must sign a rental form and take care of the equipment.