Top 10 best inflatable kayaks to buy 2024 – UK

The Intex Explorer K2 is one of the best inflatable kayaks available in the low price range. It is by far our best selling inflatable kayak. It’s decently priced, versatile and the perfect kayak to start with leisure kayaking. It is sporty and fun with a streamlined design for easy paddling. Great for experiencing lakes and mild rivers. It is perfect for two adults.

Lightweight and compact, this kayak is a snap to assemble, and allows you to take the fun of kayaking wherever you go. It is made of rugged vinyl and inflatable I-beam floor for comfort and rigidity. A removable skeg provides directional stability, while two adjustable, inflatable seats with backrests are included for comfort. A grab line and grab handle at each end is provided for your convenience. And so is a repair patch kit. The Explorer K2 Kayak provides added accessories including: two 86in aluminum oars and an Intex high-output pump for quick and easy inflation and deflation.

Capacity: 2 person

The ITIWIT inflatable touring kayak is good quality inflatable kayak for leisure use. It is suitable for up to 2 people.

The kayak weighs 14kgs, is 3.40m long and just over 1m wide. It is made of 3 main bladders, 1 for each side and 1 for the wide floor. This setup improves the kayak’s stability. There are 2 other bits to inflate, which are the seats. Once inflated the seats are very comfortable and add height to the seating position, improving the paddling experience.

All these inflatable bladders are protected by a tough looking, water-repellent canvas which can be unzipped (or detached from the velcro attachment). This allows access to the bladders so they can be taken out for repair or replacement. On the sides, there are some printed instruction again to remind you of the pressure you need in the bladders.

Like other Decathlon products, this kayak doesn't come with a pump or paddles and has a higher price tag than the Explorer K2 for instance. However for its built quality and Decathlon customer service it should be a strong contender in your inflatable kayak list.

For more details, check our ITIWIT 2 man inflatable kayak review

Capacity: 2 person

The Intex Challenger K2 Kayak is sporty and fun and offers easy paddling. It's a great inflatable kayak for experiencing lakes and mild rivers. Lightweight and compact, this kayak is very easy to assemble and, with the Boston valve, it inflates and deflates in minutes. You can take the fun of kayaking wherever you go.

It is made of rugged vinyl and built for performance. This is a sturdy kayak with an inflatable I-beam floor, a low-profile deck and high-buoyancy side chambers for stability, comfort and function. The provided removable skeg gives exceptional directional movement. It comes with 2 oars and 2 inflatable seats with backrest.

Globally speaking, the Challenger is a great kayak. It’s ideal for beginners and perfectly suited for slow moving rivers or lakes. This is certainly not the most suitable kayak for the keen kayakers, but for a beginners however, it would be difficult to find a better suited kayak in a similar price range.

Capacity: 2 person

The Aqua Marina Tomahawk AIR-C high pressure drop stitch inflatable kayak is an amazing piece of kit. The floor and side chambers are fully constructed using Drop Stitch Technology that is use for the best inflatable sup boards to make them super sturdy.

This makes the Tomahawk a lot stiffer and a lot faster than "traditional" inflatable kayaks. The drop stitch construction also allows for a much more solid canoe-like V-shape under the bow and stern making for remarkable tracking performance and efficient strokes.

The AquaMarina Tomahawk AIR-C comes with 2 premium adjustable kayak seats with high backrest, spongy cushion and multiple storage pockets

Capacity: 2/3 person

The Memba 390 inflatable kayak is an innovative watercraft that features Aqua Marina’s custom-made rigid drop stitched DWF floor and inflatable air chamber with long lasting UV protection polyester hull covers.

This Aqua Marina kayak is especially designed for mid-distance recreational touring and all-around use. The flat rocker and long waterline provide great tracking ability and efficient glide that allow you to go straighter and faster on the water to cover longer distances.

Capacity: 2 person

The Memba 330 is part of the Aqua Marina heavy duty range of inflatable kayak made of rigid drop stitched floor and inflatable air chamber with long lasting UV protection polyester hull covers.

Just like the Memba 390, the Memba 330 is designed for mid-distance recreational touring and all-around use.

Capacity: 1 person

The Aqua Marina Laxo range features durable polyester hull covers. The floor cover and top hull of side chambers are constructed of extra-strong polyester for great durability and rigidity.

This inflatable kayak is ideal for both beginners and intermediate paddlers seeking leisurely use on rivers and lakes. The LAXO 320 has plenty of space for 2 people

Capacity: 2 person

The Aqua Marina Laxo 380 inflatable kayak is part of the Laxo range featuring durable polyester hull covers. Just like the Laxo 320 above, the Laxo 380 is built with extra-strong polyester for great durability and rigidity.

This inflatable kayak is perfect for leisure use on rivers and lakes making it a great inflatable kayak for both beginners and intermediates. The LAXO 380 has enough space for up to 3 people (maximum load: 210kg).

Please note this package comes with only 2 seats and 2 paddles. Additional ones would have to be purchased separately.

Capacity: 2/3 person

The Hydro-Force Lite Rapid X2 is a decent entry-level inflatable kayak making it a good purchase for its price tag. It has a maximum load of 160kg so please take this into consideration when purchasing as it is highly recommended not to exceed the advertised maximum load.

It comes with 2 inflatable and adjustable seats, as well as 2 paddles and a removable fin. It also includes a grab rope to make getting in and out of the kayak as easy as possible.  This inflatable kayak was designed to prevent water from entering the cockpit.

Please note this inflatable kayak package does NOT come with a carry bag.

Capacity: 2 person