Learn stand up paddleboarding basics with a guide on a Bluffton creek
Equipment, Instructor/Guide
Get introduced to stand up paddleboarding with hands-on instruction in equipment, safety, and paddle strokes. Practice on the creek with an instructor/guide and build confidence on the board.
Cancel up to 48 hours before the scheduled time. Cancellations made after that deadline will be charged the full amount. Weather cancellations are at Outside's sole discretion; if Outside cancels due to weather, there will be no charge or they will issue a credit for payments made.
Pay for the excursion at the time of booking. If payment is not received within 24 hours of your excursion departure time, you may receive a cancellation email.
Wear a bathing suit or clothing you do not mind getting wet. Bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a bottle of water for each person. In spring and fall mornings and evenings, bug spray may be necessary.
This activity will meet at the Paddle House which is located underneath the Canoe Club Restaurant. Address: 41 Boat House St. Bluffton, SC 29910
This operation stands out for its exceptional guides who truly know their stuff. Travelers consistently praise captains like Pete, Kelly, Dan, and Dean for their deep knowledge of local history, marine life, and the Gullah community. The guides don't just drive boats or lead tours—they actively search for dolphins, share fascinating facts about the marshland ecosystem, and make every outing feel personalized and engaging. The variety of experiences impresses visitors too. You can choose from dolphin tours, kayaking excursions through the marsh, eBike adventures, or historic trips to Daufuskie Island. Reviewers mention spotting tons of dolphins up close, catching gorgeous sunsets, and learning about everything from feeding behaviors to local flora and fauna. Multiple families with young children had wonderful experiences, with guides like CT providing appropriately sized equipment and keeping kids entertained. What really shines through is how genuinely friendly and caring these guides are—people specifically request them by name and remember their tours as trip highlights.
Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.
Winsome Lenfert
April 2, 2026
Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.
Winsome Lenfert
April 2, 2026