Rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the beach at Aloft Hotel
1-2 hours
Kayak or SUP rental, Safety briefing
Get on the water at your own pace with a 1–2 hour rental from a midtown Ocean City beach location. Choose a single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand-up paddleboard and start with a brief safety rundown before you paddle out.
Plan to tip the crew if you’d like, as they rely heavily on gratuity. Check in at 4501 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842 at the beach behind the Aloft hotel.
All ticket sales are final.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time to check in and complete any final steps before you get on the water.
Yes. Complete the required waiver before you arrive using the link provided in your booking details.
Bring a towel and sunglasses. Bring cash if you’d like to tip the crew.
Aloft Hotel - 4501 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City MD 21842
The captains here consistently steal the show. Reviewers rave about guides like Owen and Bobby who bring personality, local knowledge, and genuine care to every trip. The crew excels at making nervous first-timers comfortable (one 10-year-old was so thrilled he immediately wanted to go again) and adapts well when weather doesn't cooperate. Several groups appreciated that captains prioritized safety over sticking rigidly to the original itinerary, taking alternative routes through commercial fishing areas and offering interesting commentary even when conditions prevented dolphin spotting. The operation handles rough weather proactively, giving passengers options to reschedule or get refunds when waves get too wild. Most guests had wonderful experiences seeing dolphins and wild ponies around Assateague Island. A few reviewers mentioned last-minute cancellations due to staffing or weather, and there was one frustrating mix-up about departure timing. Overall though, the warmth and professionalism of the crew creates memorable outings on the water. The drinks onboard and easygoing vibe add to the appeal.
the guys went out their way to give us thee best experience!! they made us laugh and took it upon themselves to take videos and pictures for us!! AND we seen a pod of dolphins!!! definitely a 10/10 experience!!!!!
Georja Walters
May 19, 2026
the guys went out their way to give us thee best experience!! they made us laugh and took it upon themselves to take videos and pictures for us!! AND we seen a pod of dolphins!!! definitely a 10/10 experience!!!!!
Georja Walters
May 19, 2026