The Lowcountry waterways are some of the most beautiful in the world. While fishing ventures and sunset cruises are excellent ways to explore the bay, local kayak tours and rentals provide an up-close and serene experience with Charleston nature. While there are many to choose from, these Charleston-area kayak experiences are ranked among the best.
Coastal Expeditions
“Do more than see the beauty of Charleston. Be part of it.” That’s the promise of this premier coastal adventure company. With easy online kayak and SUPS rental and book-by-date opportunities, Coastal Expeditions offers a wide range of coastal waterway adventures – dolphin, wildlife and birding fishing excursions, Charleston kayak safaris, kids summer camps and more. This services Shem Creek, Daniel Island, Kiawah River, Isle of Palms, Blackwater and Beaufort/St. Phillips.
To explore their offerings, visit coastalexpeditions.com.
Charleston Outdoor Adventures
Discover the scenery of Charleston and Folly Island on this Lowcountry eco-tour. Located just 20 minutes from Downtown Charleston, this nearby adventure company takes guests into the great outdoors with secluded access to scenic salt marshes. Charleston Outdoor Adventures facilitates boat tours, kayaking adventures, fossil hunting, kayak rentals and more.
Discover these offerings and more at charlestonoutdooradventures.com.
Charleston Kayak Company
For those looking to explore the inlands, Charleston Kayak Company offers unique experiences, such as tours of Blackwater Cypress Swamp at Woodlands Nature and the all-new Sunset Blackwater and Fireflies excursion. Seasonal excursions are available from December through February. Scheduled tours are available March through November and scheduled by tide.
Book your tour now at charlestonkayakcompany.com.
Nature Adventures (Shem Creek)
Kayak and paddleboard rentals. Kayak tours. Day and overnight excursions. This water adventure company has something for everyone. Ranked number one of “42 Boat Tours and Water Sports in Mount Pleasant” on Tripadvisor, Nature Adventures provides multi-day kayak rentals for those looking to explore on their Charleston beach vacation.
Visit kayakcharlestonsc.com to learn more about their offerings.
After a long day on the water…
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