Charleston Stand Up Paddleboard Eco Tour
Overview
This 2-hour introductory paddle on the Edge of America will get you into the basics of SUP, all in the calm flatwater of the Folly River. All safaris begin with "ground school" or SUP instructions with your Lifeguard Certified Instructors. We'll explore alongside the numerous beautiful native birds and bottlenose dolphins. We'll go with the flow, following the tides and wind direction for a great beginning paddle. At low tide we visit a private beach and go for a swim!
Group photo is taken at the end of the tour, which will be posted on our social media pages.
Level: Beginners to Advanced. Ages 8 and Up
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Life jacket
- Includes everything you will need to get on the water safely
- Stand up paddleboard
- Paddle
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Water
- Sunblock
Meeting Location
83 Center Street
Folly Beach, SC 29439, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Once you book your tour, see the confirmation e-mail and sign out the liability waiver prior to arrival. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time of your tour at 83 Center Street, Folly Beach.
The guides will have all of the gear set up and ready to go. Paddleboards, paddles, life jackets are provided, please bring flip flops or water shoes (required), water, sunscreen, and bathing suits. At the shop, we have all the essentials available to purchase, such as sunscreen, crookies, hats and shirts. From there, the guide will walk you down to the water and there will be a 15 minute ground school.
Then, once in the water, you will be learning about the local estuary and ecosystem, looking for wildlife such as dolphins and different species of birds. These tours are great for an out of town visitors looking for something fun out on the water, or locals that want to splash around under the sun.
Please call or e-mail for any further questions.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear flip flops or water shoes (Required)
- Wear sunscreen and a bathing suit or clothes you don't mind getting wet
- Bring water.. it's hot here :)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Charleston Stand Up Paddleboard Eco Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-74529P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- life jacket.
- Includes everything you will need to get on the water safely.
- stand up paddleboard.
- paddle.
- professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- Water.
- Sunblock.
The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Charleston Stand Up Paddleboard Eco Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Charleston Stand Up Paddleboard Eco Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Life jacket
- Includes everything you will need to get on the water safely
- Stand up paddleboard
- Paddle
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Water
- Sunblock
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear flip flops or water shoes (Required)
- Wear sunscreen and a bathing suit or clothes you don't mind getting wet
- Bring water.. it's hot here :)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
