Top South Carolina Stand Up Paddleboarding

Kayaking in the tidal marshes around Charleston is a must-do for wildlife lovers, but without a guide by your side, you’re likely to miss a lot. This tour gets you out on the water with a guide who knows the best spots to go for sightings. While you never know just what you’ll see, creatures that live in these waters include Loggerhead turtles, bottlenose dolphins, and more.

Paddle through the calm waters of Skull Creek on Hilton Head Island during this guided stand-up paddleboard (SUP) tour. Join a small group and use your core strength to keep you balanced while you float on pristine waterways. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin and several species of sea birds.

This family-friendly SUP intro in Hilton Head is the perfect way to get started on the water together. You'll learn the basics—equipment, safety, and paddling techniques—before setting off as a group to explore the creek. It’s a fun and relaxed way to kick off your Lowcountry adventure!

Get all the thrills of a Charleston ghost tour without any walking on this haunted horse and carriage ride. A horse and carriage takes you down twisting side streets and cobbled alleyways with ease as your guide shares spooky stories from Charleston’s past. Make your way past the Mills House, the Circular Congregational Graveyard, and and Provost Dungeon in the heart of the Holy City.

Ignite a passion for stand-up paddleboarding with this Intro to SUP lesson on Hilton Head! This introductory program familiarizes you with equipment, safety and paddle strokes. Your ACA-certified instructor will entertain you with different games and drills to help you get comfortable on the board. You’ll be paddling like a pro before you know it!

Take a naturalist guided stand up paddle tour of the coastal salt marsh, an unbelievable perspective of Hilton Head's beautiful waterways! This is a perfect tour for guests with experience paddle boarding. Join us in Shelter Cove Marina for an experience unlike any other.

Explore Lake Hartwell with Play Fair Paddleboarding, offering a variety of rentals and lessons for all ages. Choose from paddle board rentals and windsurfing lessons, or join engaging sessions designed for kids and families. Enjoy the calm waters with options for tandem paddling, assisted sessions for young kids, or even a relaxing picnic paddle. All gear is included, ensuring a convenient experience for everyone. - Rentals available for paddleboards, windsurfing, and lazy river floats - Fun classes for beginners, including kids and homeschool sessions - Group packages and special activities for a memorable day on the lake - Family-friendly environment with options for pets on boards Good for ages 1+

Learn WingSUPing on Lake Hartwell in Fair Play, South Carolina — the easiest and safest way to experience wind sports. This beginner‑friendly session uses a stable stand‑up paddleboard and a lightweight inflatable wing, making it perfect for first‑timers, families, and anyone curious about wing surfing or wing foiling. You’ll learn wing control, balance, steering, and how to use the wind to glide across calm water. Located on beautiful Lake Hartwell, this experience is ideal for travelers looking for outdoor adventure, water sports, or a unique activity near Fair Play, Seneca, Anderson, and the Upstate SC area. No experience required — just show up, learn the basics, and enjoy a fun, safe, and relaxing introduction to Wing-SUPing. More intense and more skill needed than windsurfing.