4-Hour Guided Kayak & Hike Tour in Murrells Inlet
Paddle to Sandy Island and hike through cypress forest and pine hills
Duration
4 Hours
Highlights
Launch from Wacca Wache Landing and paddle up the Waccamaw River to Sandy Island for a guided kayak-and-hike adventure. Walk through long leaf pine and sand-covered hills, then return by kayak through winding creeks.
- Paddle from Wacca Wache Landing to Sandy Island by kayak
- Hike through cypress forest, long leaf pine, and sand-covered hills
- Visit a Carolina Bay with rare and unusual carnivorous plants
- Spot birds like nesting osprey and great blue herons
- Bring your lunch and eat on the island before paddling back
- Watch for marine and fresh water animals along the route
Things to know
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before departure. You will want to bring a sack lunch, snacks, and plenty of liquids to drink.
Cancellation Policy
No charge to cancel, even on the day of your tour, with an hours notice prior to launching. Refunds are only available if booking is cancelled more than 24 hours ahead of time. The operator may cancel tours at their discretion with no charge to you in bad weather or other circumstances.
Product ID: GZH88X
FAQs
Bring sunglasses with a strap, sunscreen, bug repellent, a waterproof or disposable camera in a zip lock bag, a sack lunch or snacks, and plenty of liquids (such as bottled water). Bring any personal emergency medications you may require, and leave valuables you don’t want to risk dropping in the water locked in your car or at home.
Wear a brimmed hat, cap, or sun visor and clothes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy. Choose footwear you don’t mind getting wet (sneakers, sandals, surf slippers); flip-flops are not a good choice for the walk with carnivorous plants. In cooler conditions, dress in layers; for cool and windy weather, gloves and a windbreaker are a good idea.
Yes. There is room for a soft-sided or small 6-pack type cooler in your kayak.
Meeting details
Murrells Inlet