8 Kayaking & Canoeing in Charleston That You Shouldn't Miss

Founded in 1992, Coastal Expeditions is Charleston's original outfitter and is a family business with a team of exceptional, big-hearted guides. Outside Magazine listed Coastal Expeditions tours as one of the top 30 trips to take worldwide. Saltwater and blackwater tours and rentals are available year round from several wildlife-laden spots, including 4 private on-water outposts at Shem Creek, Isle of Palms, Kiawah River and the Bulls Island Ferry. Coastal Expeditions' mission is to take people to beautiful places to experience meaningful things by kayak, SUP, canoe and powerboat.

Charleston Outdoor Adventures (COA) is an eco-tour guiding and rental service located in the Folly Beach area. Our goal is to expand your appreciation of South Carolina’s rich coastal resources through exploration of our saltwater estuaries and engagement with the abundant wildlife that resides here. We offer guided kayak & stand-up paddle board tours, charter boat tours, inshore fishing charters and kayak & paddle board rentals. All guided trips are led by trained naturalists who strive to facilitate educational and interactive tours that you will remember for years to come! Regardless off the excursion or service you choose, we are confident that we can offer you unbeatable value & customer service. We hope that you choose COA and learn how and why our passion resonates in the hearts and minds of all of our adventurers.

Provides paddling adventures for families and small groups of 8 or less. Each personalized tour matches the skills and needs of your group with varied opportunities to explore the grandeur of the Lowcountry rivers and creeks. Recreational kayaks with large cockputs provide stabilty and good maneuverability. Trips include time to get out of the boats, take a break, and enjoy various sandbars and open riverbanks. In addition to information about paddling and nature, Ralph spins yarns about Revolutionary and Civil War history and Charleston's pirates.

Charleston Kayak Company offers access to some of the most scenic waterways in the Charleston area. Naturalist guided kayak tours and rentals are offered year-round from the grounds of historic Middleton Place. Immerse yourself in the rich history, ecology, and protected waterways surrounding this National Historic Landmark site. Tours are suitable for any skill level or experience. If your more comfortable with an engine, join one of our history and dolphin boat tours exploring the salt marshes aboard our 24ft Carolina Skiff. Join a regularly scheduled departure, or arrange a private trip. No matter what the season, we have an offering to get you on the water!

Join us for a 2 hour tour through some of the most beautiful scenery the Lowcountry has to offer. Look for dolphin through tidal creeks along the Stono River or explore our favorite island, we will tailor the trip to fit your needs. We also rent kayaks & paddleboards and beach cruisers. Call about group pricing!

FD Outdoors is South Carolina's premier source for high quality "boutique" style coastal kayak tours and sea kayaking instruction. Founded in 2015 our goal is simple: allow for our team to show you the most amazing day on the water! See why we are the most sought after low country based guide / instructional service is SC!

High Points Adventure Company is focused on getting people outside. We provide private standup paddleboard and kayak tours in the Charleston area of South Carolina and Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. You won't be tossed into a group of 10-15 people. It's all about you. We also provide group instruction, custom excursions and summer camps. Our tours will expose you to the basics of paddle sports while also working to foster an appreciation for the natural world. Get outside! It's only natural.

Join us for unique adventures that are good for your mind, body and soul. Charleston Unbound is a one-stop shop to your Charleston Experience. With yoga, hiking, kayaking, catered picnics, yard games, concerts, and photography walking tours, you're guaranteed to have an authentic adventure you won't be able to find anywhere else.