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    Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson or Tour

    Learn stand-up paddleboarding with an ACA-certified instructor

    5.0 stars• 171 reviews
    From$67/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Includes

    Instructor, SUP board

    Highlights

    Take a stand-up paddleboard lesson or guided tour with an instructor. Learn on stable boards and build confidence on the water.

    • Learn with an ACA-certified Kayak and SUP instructor
    • Practice on good, stable boards provided for lessons and tours
    • Plan around peak high or low tide for most lessons
    • Build skills with guidance geared toward beginners
    • Meet at 1006 Bay Street Downtown Marina

    What's Included

    • Instruction
    • Stand-up paddleboard

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Join as an adult (ages 13 and up) or child (ages 6 to 12).

    Yes. You use stable stand-up paddleboards provided for lessons and tours.

    Most lessons are taught around peak high tide or low tide.

    Experience provided by Beaufort Lands End Paddling
    Experience provided by Beaufort Lands End Paddling

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    Adult

    $67.20

    Ages 13 and up

    0

    Child

    $44.80

    Ages 6 to 12

    0

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    171 reviews•Google Maps

    Mike and Catherine have built something special with their kayaking operation, earning consistent praise as knowledgeable, accommodating guides who genuinely care about their guests' experience. Multiple reviewers mention returning for second and third tours, which speaks volumes. Mike particularly stands out for his photography skills (sharing photos at no extra charge), his extensive knowledge of local wildlife and the Beaufort area, and those thoughtful touches like bringing fresh fruit on hot days. He's patient with beginners and families with young children, adapting tours to different skill levels effortlessly. The golden sunset tours and sandbar trips are clear favorites, with regular dolphin sightings and opportunities to explore beaches like Boneyard Beach. Guests appreciate the relaxed pace that allows time for swimming, shell collecting, and really soaking in the scenery. Mike also offers flexible rental options with helpful local recommendations for those wanting to venture out independently. The overwhelming sentiment is that these guides make paddling accessible, educational, and memorable, with families already planning their next adventure before the first one ends.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a truly unforgettable experience. From crazy (but safe) weather, some great animal viewings, and amazing stories about the area and awesome past experiences, Mike created a wonderful tour for my best friend and I. His thoughtfulness in providing snacks and knowledge of the local weather and geographic aspects of the marsh/River helped us stay safe and thoroughly enjoy our tour. We will definitely be booking more tours next time we are in Beaufort. Thank you so much!

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    Sara Hall

    February 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a truly unforgettable experience. From crazy (but safe) weather, some great animal viewings, and amazing stories about the area and awesome past experiences, Mike created a wonderful tour for my best friend and I. His thoughtfulness in providing snacks and knowledge of the local weather and geographic aspects of the marsh/River helped us stay safe and thoroughly enjoy our tour. We will definitely be booking more tours next time we are in Beaufort. Thank you so much!

    Photo of Sara Hall

    Sara Hall

    February 23, 2026

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