Folly Beach Dolphin Paddleboard Tour
Learn stand-up paddleboarding on Folly River's calm flatwater
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guide, paddleboard, lifejacket
Highlights
Explore the calm flatwater of the Folly River on an introductory stand-up paddleboard tour. Learn the basics with a guide while paddling alongside coastal wildlife.
- Learn foundational stand-up paddleboard skills with beginner-focused instruction
- Explore the Folly River while following tide and wind conditions
- Spot native birds and bottlenose dolphins when conditions allow
- Enjoy an eco talk about dolphin strand feeding and local wildlife
Itinerary
- Arrive 15 minutes before the tour
- Check in with office staff
- Get ready to SUP: Use the changing room, restroom, and put your personal gear in our cubbies, fill your water bottle, put sunblock
- Meet your Guide in the backyard to receive a PFD (lifejacket), Paddle and put your water bottle in the cooler.
- Head down to the waters edge for safety first start and basic instruction or "Ground School"
- Launch into the Folly River alongside your guides
- Practice your new SUP skills near the numerous beautiful native birds and bottlenose dolphins.
- Take a water break at the half way point in the river
- Your Guide will give an eco talk about the amazing dolphins feeding technique "Strand Feeding" and other wildlife within the ecosystem
- At low tide, we visit a private beach and go for a swim
- A group photo will be taken at the end of the tour and posted on our social media pages
- Refill your water back at our shop
- Free stickers as a parting gift
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Basic stand-up paddleboard instruction
- Paddleboard, paddle, leash, and lifejacket
- Cooler
- Water refill station
Important details
- Ages 10+ only
- Wear flip flops or water shoes; they are required for everyone
- Requires paddling for about 30 minutes, paddling on your knees, or pulling yourself onto the board
- Paddleboards have a 275 lb maximum weight limit; kayaks are available on this tour
- Pregnant participants require physician clearance and must be comfortable getting back onto the board on their belly
- A 4% custom tax applies
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or conditions.
FAQs
Bring flip flops or water shoes (required), plus a water bottle, sunblock, a swimsuit, a hat, and sunglasses.
Yes. The minimum age to join the tour is 10 years old.
No prior experience is required, but the activity is physically exerting. You should be able to paddle for about 30 minutes, paddle on your knees, or pull yourself back onto the paddleboard.
Meeting details
Charleston SUP Safaris, 83 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439
