What’s the best kind of kayak for a beginner? Kayaking has become a popular recreational water activity over the past 4 decades, and for good reason — it’s fun, relaxing and a gre… ...

Tandem kayaks: These sit-in or sit-on-top kayaks — which come with two or three seats — are longer and heavier than one-person kayaks.

Recreational kayaks These kayaks are the most beginner-friendly and often the most economically pleasing. They’re made of polyethylene, which can be challenging to carry with only one person.