2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Charleston

Overview

Enjoy a guided, eco-based kayaking adventure through Folly Creek and its maze of tidal creeks that wrap around uninhabited hammock islands. This 2-hour marsh kayaking excursion is paced for intermediate, novice, and young adult paddlers alike. You and a small-group (up to 12) will experience the pristine coastal marshes, laid back atmosphere, and stunning wildlife of Charleston's estuaries, including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, loggerhead sea turtles, and assorted waterfowl.

City: Charleston

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $53.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $53.00

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What's Included

See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, loggerhead sea turtles, and assorted waterfowl

Kayaking Equipment (Kayak, Paddles, Personal Floatation Device)

2-Hour Guided Kayaking Eco Tour in Charleston

Professional Guide

Dry Bag to keep phone or other personal belongings dry

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Bring water, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and shoes that can get wet.
Dress for the weather.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
The minimum age requirement for a single kayak is 13 years old. Contact for tandem.
Our captains and guides work very hard to ensure that a memorable experience is had by all of our guests. Gratuity, as you feel so inclined, is always appreciated.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

Before departing from our private launching area on Bowens Island, your group will participate in a brief instructional session, safety discussion, and an explanation on how to use the foot driven steering system on your kayaks. During your 2-hour guided eco-tour, you will explore Charleston’s iconic tidal creeks and saltmarsh. While paddling through the estuarine waters behind Folly Beach, your local guide will introduce you to the area's wide variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins gracefully playing and feeding, wading birds exploring the shallows, crabs and invertebrates crawling on mudflats, and pelicans diving! Your guide will also discuss the value and functions of the area's major ecosystems.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (536)

Robert_F

Dec 2022

Great time out on the water. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and experienced, both with the kayaking and with the ecosystem and its connectiveness to the rest of the world. This is a must do for any visitors to Charleston.

Lucy_H

Dec 2022

Gorgeous morning on the marsh. Guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. 2 hours-so worth the money! We ranged in age from 23-61.

Brent B

Dec 2022

We are visiting from northern NY where there are ample opportunities to kayak but this was one of our best kayaking experiences. This was our first experience with COA but definitely will not be our last. Our guide, Ryan, was very knowledgeable of the area and the estuary ecosystem. She was also very engaging with all of us including our autistic son which made it all the more enjoyable for us and him in particular. Highlights were seeing two bald eagles as well as a variety of waterfowl and a number of dolphins breaching near our kayaks. Again Ryan was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend this adventure.