Kayak Tours
Kayaking is a wonderful way to relax and explore the lowcountry of Charleston, South Carolina. Kayak through the calm saltwater creeks behind Folly Beach where you will encounter an abundance of natural wonders and wildlife. Embrace the opportunity to get up close and personal with wading birds, oyster beds, barrier islands, wild dolphins and more. Whether you are interested in a guided eco kayak tour or a self-guided kayak rental, COA can facilitate an unforgettable kayaking experience for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike.
Where to Kayak in Charleston, SC
Bowens Island – Bowens Island is the best kayaking destination near Charleston due to the multitudes of tidal creeks and tributaries that run through pristine marshlands. Better yet, COA’s kayak launch is located on Bowens Island.
Folly – While Folly Beach gets a lot of attention for the sunbathing and swimming, it’s the waterways that run behind the beach that offer the best kayaking in Charleston!
Folly Creek and Folly River – These two waterways join to create the main arteries behind Folly Beach. All COA is located on the shore of Folly Creek. These marshlands are known for regular dolphin sightings.
Kayaking tours with COA may also paddle Lighthouse Creek, Lighthouse Inlet, First Sisters Creek, Second Sisters Creek, and many more tidal tributaries.