Paddle Board Tours, Lessons, & Rentals

Most Stable and Best Performance Paddle Boards for Rent in Fort Lauderdale!

Come paddle board with your friends or family. Improve your fitness with a relaxing paddle tour around the scenic waterways of Fort Lauderdale.

We take paddle boarding to the next level here in Fort Lauderdale. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced surfer looking to expand your skills, we can help.

Lessons, Rentals, Tours, and Sales

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
no limit

2 Hour Kayak or Paddle Board Rental at our Riverfront Showroom

2-Hour Rental at our Middle River Showroom Location: 2520 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Singles $45 or Double Kayak $65
Established in 2010, we have dozens of Award Winning Activities with accolades from being the #1 SUP Dealer for the Largest Seller of Boards in the World to becoming an Editorial in USA Today as 1 of 12 EPIC PLACES to Paddle in the World. Our Professional Team of Experts continually train and strive to provide the best service using the best equipment. Our Stand Up Paddle Boards are light weight and designed for high quality performance and great balance. We only use Sit On Top Kayaks that are the most stable based on customer feedback and personally testing for the smoothest and safest paddle ability.

Location, Location, Location: We are conveniently at 2520 N Federal Hwy. making us a short drive from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Pompano, Boca, and under 3.5 miles from I-95 making it easy from Deerfield, Hollywood, and Miami. Our Middle River Showroom has the calmest waterways with the amazing South Florida Landscapes featuring Tropical Birds, Palm Trees, Iguana, and other Ocean Marine Life. Plus, 3 routes to explore a 9.3 acre Nature Preserve at Colohatchee Park (Dog Friendly), Route 2 travels the north fork and winds towards Wilton Manor Preservation, or choose route 3 for Multi-Million Dollar Intracoastal Homes.

The length of your rental depends on your personal preference and abilities, but if it helps then our customers prefer and recommend the 2 Hour Rental as our Most Popular as 1 Hour will go by very fast and 3 or more hours is more suitable for those wishing to build endurance or strengthening the core. Paddling is awesome because you get great exercise, but with all the eye candy most people tell us they barely noticed all the muscles being worked and conditioned. We think it's the best activity your body can do!

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$45
Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 1

Island City ECO Paddle Lesson and Tour

We make it Fun and EASY to LEARN how to Stand Up Paddle Board and want our Prospective Guest to know that it is easier then it looks.

Sunrise Paddleboard Guides twist and turn past Manors and Mangroves on this adventurous Journey along “Island City” incorporated in 1947. It is bordered on the north by the North Fork of the Middle River and the city of Oakland Park; to the south, the boundaries include the South Fork of the Middle River and the city of Fort Lauderdale; the westernmost boundary reaches Interstate 95; and the eastern terminus of the city limits extend to Federal Highway (US 1) and the Sunrise Paddleboard Showroom. Your Journey will start from our Middle River Showroom conveniently located on Federal Highway.

We have a restroom for changing, indoor storage (no lockers), outdoor shower, free parking and a Healthy Restaurant (Mya Papaya) that serves Smoothie's, Kombucha, Beer, Wine, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, and Entrees with healthier choices. Our Showroom location features a variety of Stand up Paddle Boards and Accessories for those who become hooked on the sport. We have sold 1000's of boards and proudly offer some of the lowest pricing on Stand Up Paddle Boards in the SUP Industry.

Your Guide will start off with some quick pointers and launch you into the Knee Position. Once you establish you're able to steer and control the direction of the board; then you will be ready to Stand Up. The entire Voyage is great practice for First Timers as your Guide will provide Instructions along the way for those needing assistance or just give the advice to improve your technique. Experienced Paddlers and Locals are equally Informed as we provide Demos of our Skills and Teach everyone how to Navigate are winding River. We welcome those who learn our routes and return with friends to ultimately lead their own expeditions on the same routes. Due to popular demand, we highly suggest booking in advance. The River offers incredible landscapes and scenery like nothing else in the world.

Trip Advisor says the only way to travel the waterways to really see things up close and personal is by Sunrise Paddleboards and we agree! That was our intention from day one and we couldn't be happier to have a 95% Excellent Customer Satisfaction rating from third-party vendor surveys. Island City ECO Tour travels to a 9.3 acre nature preserve with plenty of tropical palms, birds, marine life, iguanas, and mangroves for your eye candy.

Other Tours we offer will journey from Fort Lauderdale’s Barrier Island to the Riverfront in Las Olas with professional and friendly guides is a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence for tourists. However, you would be surprised to know how many locals repeat the Tour as it changes every day.

We may navigate different routes based on current, wind conditions, and other factors to make the tour safe, fun, and inviting for all ages.

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$99
Duration
0:60 to 2:30 hours
Group Size
At least 2

Reef Snorkel & Ocean Paddle Adventure Lauderdale-By-The-Sea

THIS ACTIVITY REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF 2 GUESTS PER TOUR. BE SURE TO INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY AS IT WILL BE A FUN ADVENTURE FOR EVERYONE!

We will meet at our designated Beach location and prepare the boards with all the gear including Stand Up Paddle Board, Life Jacket, Mask, Snorkel, and Fins. This is NOT a SUP Lesson, however our Instructors will brief and train you on proper ocean paddle boarding techniques, snorkeling basics, and marine safety before leading you out to the Reef System. You may float attached to your board or we will moor the boards together and begin a “drift dive” over gorgeous multicolored corals and wide variety of marine life! Your Guide will search for cool species. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is considered to be one of the Best Beach Dive Areas in the World and is 2nd only to the Great Barrier Reef as the most visited in the World.

72 Hour Cancellation Notice is Required and Reservations canceled within 24 hours of event start time cannot be refunded due to our limited capacity of the guest. If the trip is canceled due to weather or rough conditions; then you may choose to reschedule or be refunded. Due to popular demand, we highly suggest booking in advance.

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$150
Duration
20 minutes
Group Size
no limit

Quick Lesson: Only available with Purchase of a Rental

Ideal for Quick Learners before they do a Rental for the First Time. Also, great as a refresher if it's been a little while since you last paddled or had a bad experience. Many new participants try to learn for themselves and if we ever hear of guest who say that paddle boarding is hard; then it is usually from this majority of paddlers that simply lacked some minor but very important instructions. That's why we created a Quick Lesson for Only $20 because we really want everyone to learn the correct techniques that will make Paddle Boarding Fun and Easy. The Quick Lesson gives you 15 - 20 minutes with an Instructor on the water including:
- 15 to 20 Minute on the water with Instructor*
- Learning Where To Stand and How To Stand Up
- Basic Paddling Techniques
- Practice while Instructor provides improvement tips

*Note: Quick Lesson is only available with prior to and with purchase of a rental or tour.
*You may also wish to consider a Private Lesson 1 on 1 with Instructor that INCLUDES the equipment:
https://sunrisepaddleboards.com/product/1-on-1-lesson-with-instructor/

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$20
Duration
1 hour
Group Size
At least 1

Private Lesson(s) 1 on 1 Lesson with Instructor

Perfect for First Timers and those who need a refreshers class to learn more detailed specifics about Stand Up Paddle Boarding. A Private Lesson allows more time to answer all of your questions off and on the water providing more personal and detailed instructions. A Professionally Trained Instructor will make Learning How to Paddle Board Fun & Easy with a 1 Hour Class designed to teach you all the basics including:
- Guide, Board, Paddle, and Life Jacket, for up to 1 Hour
- History of Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Paddle Board Terms and Parts
- How To Stand Up and Where to Stand for Best Stability and Balance
- How To Fall and Get Back On Your Board
- Basic Paddle Terminology and Paddling Techniques
- Practice and Improvement with Your Guide

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$85
Duration
1 hour
Group Size
no limit

1 Hour Kayak or Paddle Board Rental at our Riverfront Showroom

1-Hour Equipment Rental at our Middle River Showroom Location: 2520 N. Federal Hwy. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Singles $25 or Double Kayak $40

Established in 2010, we have dozens of Award Winning Activities with accolades from being the #1 SUP Dealer for the Largest Seller of Boards in the World to becoming an Editorial in USA Today as 1 of 12 EPIC PLACES to Paddle in the World. Our Professional Team of Experts continually train and strive to provide the best service using the best equipment. Our Stand Up Paddle Boards are light weight and designed for high quality performance and great balance. We only use Sit On Top Kayaks that are the most stable based on customer feedback and personally testing for the smoothest and safest paddle ability.

Choosing the length of your rental depends on your personal preference and abilities, but if it helps then our customers prefer and recommend the 2 Hour Rental as our Most Popular as 1 Hour will go by very fast and 3 or more hours is more suitable for those wishing to build endurance or strengthening the core. Paddling is awesome because you get great exercise, but with all the eye candy most people tell us they barely noticed all the muscles being worked and conditioned. We think it's the best activity your body can do!

WANT TO TRY OTHER ROUTES?
Location, Location, Location: We are conveniently at 2520 N Federal Hwy. making us a short drive from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Pompano, Boca, and under 3.5 miles from I-95 making it easy from Deerfield, Hollywood, and Miami. Our Middle River Showroom has the calmest waterways with the amazing South Florida Landscapes featuring Tropical Birds, Palm Trees, Iguana, and other Ocean Marine Life. Plus, 3 routes to explore a 9.3 acre Nature Preserve at Colohatchee Park (Dog Friendly), Route 2 travels the north fork and winds towards Wilton Manor Preservation, or choose route 3 for Multi-Million Dollar Intracoastal Homes.

We also have a new 2nd location:
As of August 2022, we added our second launch that is ideal for Guest who want something a little extra. Our Coconut Cove Landing at the Bonnet House is created by the natural debris including a Coconut Trail that we made for your enjoyment. DBA' Fort Lauderdale Adventures, this location provides us with exclusive canal access that leads to the center of the Bonnet House and was uncharted until our innovative ideas created a new recreational activity for the first time ever at this Historical Preservation of over 100 years. Most Rentals and Tours include a Wristband that allows you access to the Bonnet House Gardens and Grounds. You may show our wristband at the Welcome Center to upgrade for an additional $15 to enter the Museum. The grounds feature a variety of plants and trees imported from all over the world and when combined with the natural coastal wetlands makes a great home for it's many habitants including Green Heron, Blue Heron, Egrets, Ibis, Hawks, Racoons, Squirrels, and even a Monkey. Your wristband will have you journey thru nature trails, a desert garden, an orchid garden, a seashell garden, and so much more. For complete details visit bonnethouse.org. You may also wish to consider one of our 4 Bonnet House Tours within this website.

Duration
3 to 4 hours
Group Size
At least 2

3 Hours (+1 Hour Free) SUP, Kayak Rental or Tandem

*BONUS: Pay for just 3 hours and get up to 4 Hours* At our Middle River Showroom: 2520 N Federal Hwy. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Singles $50 or Double Kayak $75

Established in 2010, we have dozens of Award Winning Activities with accolades from being the #1 SUP Dealer for the Largest Seller of Boards in the World to becoming an Editorial in USA Today as 1 of 12 EPIC PLACES to Paddle in the World. Our Professional Team of Experts continually train and strive to provide the best service using the best equipment. Our Stand Up Paddle Boards are light weight and designed for high quality performance and great balance. We only use Sit On Top Kayaks that are the most stable based on customer feedback and personally testing for the smoothest and safest paddle ability.

Location, Location, Location: We are conveniently at 2520 N Federal Hwy. making us a short drive from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Pompano, Boca, and under 3.5 miles from I-95 making it easy from Deerfield, Hollywood, and Miami. Our Middle River Showroom has the calmest waterways with the amazing South Florida Landscapes featuring Tropical Birds, Palm Trees, Iguana, and other Ocean Marine Life. Plus, 3 routes to explore a 9.3 acre Nature Preserve at Colohatchee Park (Dog Friendly), Route 2 travels the north fork and winds towards Wilton Manor Preservation, or choose route 3 for Multi-Million Dollar Intracoastal Homes.

As of August 2022, we added a second launch that is ideal for Guest who want something a little extra. Our Coconut Cove Landing at the Bonnet House is created by the natural debris including a Coconut Trail that we made for your enjoyment. DBA' Fort Lauderdale Adventures, this location provides us with exclusive canal access that leads to the center of the Bonnet House and was uncharted until our innovative ideas created a new recreational activity for the first time ever at this Historical Preservation of over 100 years. Most Rentals and Tours include a Wristband that allows you access to the Bonnet House Gardens and Grounds. You may show our wristband at the Welcome Center to upgrade for an additional $15 to enter the Museum. The grounds feature a variety of plants and trees imported from all over the world and when combined with the natural coastal wetlands makes a great home for it's many habitants including Green Heron, Blue Heron, Egrets, Ibis, Hawks, Racoons, Squirrels, and even a Monkey. Your wristband will have you journey thru nature trails, a desert garden, an orchid garden, a seashell garden, and so much more. For complete details visit bonnethouse.org. You may also wish to consider one of our 4 Bonnet House Tours within this website.

The length of your rental depends on your personal preference and abilities, but if it helps then our customers prefer and recommend the 2 Hour Rental as our Most Popular as 1 Hour will go by very fast and 3 or more hours is more suitable for those wishing to build endurance or strengthening the core. Paddling is awesome because you get great exercise, but with all the eye candy most people tell us they barely noticed all the muscles being worked and conditioned. We think it's the best activity your body can do!

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$65
Duration
1 to 8 hours
Group Size
no limit

All Day Paddle Board or Kayak Rental

Explore our nature preserves and local waterways with landscapes around Island City and the Middle River. Includes your choice of kayak or paddle board, paddle, life jacket, launch and disembarkment assistance. Facilities have outdoor shower and indoor showroom with bathroom for changing. See mangroves, tropical palms, tropical birds, and local marine life!

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
At least 1

Full Moon Paddle and After Party

Join us to watch the moon come up! This is perfect for those who want to explore the great outdoors and learn about nature. Stay for the After Party with Music and Mingling.

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$55
Duration
Group Size
no limit

Glow in the Dark Night Paddle

A version of our "World Famous" Full Moon Paddle that is customized for Groups of 6 or more. We can paddle almost any night and integrate paddle boards, single kayaks, and tandem kayaks on your designated night. This is a Specialty Event and requires advanced reservations by calling (954) 440-4562.

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 4

Wine Down Wednesday

Need something to look forward to halfway through the week? Enjoy a nice relaxing 2-hour paddle session. We will also be serving food and wine. Nothing like a perfect evening with wine on the water! MUST BE 21+ AND PROVIDE ID.

THIS ACTIVITY REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF 4 GUESTS PER TOUR. BE SURE TO INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY AS IT WILL BE A FUN ADVENTURE FOR EVERYONE!

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 1

Trashy Thursdays First Timer

Do Good and Have Fun! Join our Bucket Program for $30! Get a Bucket and Shirt. Then, bring your Bucket and Paddle for Only $15. Trashy Thursdays or bring your bucket anytime and pay only $15 for a Kayak or SUP Rental.

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 1

Saturday Sunset Paddle

Cruise into the Sunset for a part daytime and part night-time paddle guided by a Sunrise Paddleboards team member! Paddle Board or Kayak.

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
At least 1

Paddle Board Fitness

Beginners to Advanced total body workout intended to replace the mundane gym life! "Vitamin Sea."
Reservations are Required. Classes Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Fridays at 9AM-10AM

Introductory Rates: Reg $40 or $20 if you BYOB. First Timers Mention This and Get $10 off your first class by calling (954) 440-4562

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$40
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Group Size
1 to 10

Paddle Board Yoga

If you’re wondering why someone would choose to do yoga on a wobbly surface like a stand-up paddle board, you’re not alone. Let's start with the wobbly thinking: Our boards are built to be stable making it Fun and Easy to Learn How to "Stand Up" on a Paddle Board. Once you give it a try, doing yoga on a paddle board is not as hard as it looks, and it even offers opportunities that a land-based practice doesn’t. SUP yoga can be a delightful way to experience nature and invigorate your yoga practice!

We offer Private Classes by advanced reservations or you can join Coastal Yoga & Nutrition at Sunrise Paddleboards for a Sunday Funday! We’re proud to share our practice and teachings with you in a way that is creative, nurturing, challenging, and most importantly super fun! Challenge your balance and mind floating on a paddle board! Closing our practice with a serene floating shavasana, which aims to guide you into a deep meditative state. Our favorite part!

Get inspired with your postures while floating on the water: Downward Facing Dog, Plank, Chataranga, Up Dog, or drop your head and see the river upside down in your best headstand. As you attempt more challenging balancing postures, you will begin to add a whole new element of core strength, single-pointed concentration, and intense focus.

Sunrise Paddleboards neighbors the delicious Myapapaya, feel free to indulge in some yummy and healthy food after class! With the fresh breeze, beautiful palms, iguana, nature, and tropical birds this will be a true feeling of heaven on earth and bring you to a new level of mind, body, and spirit. It's a healthy activity that gets you outside and moving your body. Class includes Instructor - Beginners are welcomed and encouraged or we can challenge the most advanced by request. Reservations Required. Special dates and times may be requested.

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$60
Duration
Group Size
no limit

Birthdays * Groups * Bachelorettes

Paddle for FREE on your Birthday. (ID Required)
Call (305) 879-4220 for Group Rates!

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TBD
Duration
Group Size
no limit

Team Building / Corporate Events

We are now offering Business Excursions! You can now bring your entire company and their significant others padding, just call us, and let's schedule your company!

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TBD
Duration
16 to 22 hours
Group Size
no limit

SUPSmart Certification Course for Novice or Beginners

The SUPSmart Certification Course is perfect for Novice or Beginners wanting a complete education on Stand Up Paddle Boarding from learning about the equipment and accessories to situational paddling with variations that will allow you to practice the skills we teach you. Our course is in chronological order making it Fun and Easy to Learn starting with very basic techniques and growing into advanced paddling. Participants MUST complete all Sessions to receive the Certificate of Completion.

GUARANTEED RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT:
My/Our course evolved from over 12 years of experience. My Team and I have trained over 100,000s of Beginners or First Timers. Every 1 of our Guides have completed the course which will Qualify you to become a Guide. I/We are so confident in what will teach you that we offer an OPTIONAL Return Of Your Amount Paid in the form of work and or “Guide Compensation”. How or Why? Just look at all the activities we offer. We have peek seasons that require additional help and who better to call upon then our own Trained and Certified VIP Members. Don't worry, it is 100% optional and we don't expect all participants to want to be a Guide, but for those who do then we look forward to utilizing your newly acquired skills. Participants are guaranteed compensation as a Guide working directly with our Team if you wish to earn Part-Time Income. I will personally guarantee paying you earnings exceeding your Investment as long as you are willing and able.

Respectfully,
Brian E. Galton, Founder

Session 1: CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONS and QUICK LESSON - 2 Hours
1 - History of SUP/course overview
2 - Terminology
Water
Techniques and Maneuvers
Accidental
People
3 - Board Parts and Paddle Parts
4 - Pre-paddle Safety and Preparation
Loading and Unloading Board(s) on a Vehicle
Roof Rack Options
Local Launch Options
Rules for Beach Launching and Launch Zones
Tide Tables and Charting Ocean Paddling
Understanding Weather
Optional methods for lifting board on Dock and Seawalls
Avoiding Hazardous Objects (Seawalls and Docks)
How To Escape a Rip Current
Overall Trip Planning (Fuel, Mobile Phone, Hydration, Route Sharing)
5 - Waterway Cleanups
6 - Quick Lesson and Practice
Avoiding Seawalls and Docks (Barnacles)
Learning To Stand Up
How To Fall and Get Back on SUP
Prone, Knee, and Standing Positions
Paddle Techniques: Forward (T-Grip) and Reverse

Session 2: Flat Water Paddle (Island City ECO Paddle and Lesson) - 2 Hours Comfortably Paced
Board and Paddle Preparation
Using Tie Downs
Hand Signals
Buddy Tow
How To Spot Manatee
How To Identify Birds

Session 3: Intracoastal Paddling (Venice Of America and Seven Isles) - 2 Hours
No Wake Zones
Speed Signs
Manatee Season
Low and High Tides / King Tides

Session 4: Ocean Paddle (Reef Snorkel & Ocean Paddle Adventure Lauderdale-By-The-Sea) - 2 Hours
Anchoring
Dive Flag Rules
Pier, Moorings, Buoys, and Boats
Bleaching
Jelly Fish
Identifying Marine Life
Locations To Snorkel

Session 5: Distance Paddling and Touring (7 Mile Paddle) - Guided 3 – 4 Hours Paddling at Comfortable Pace
Practice Everything Learned

Session 6: SUP YOGA - 90 Minute Class with Certified YOGA Instructor
Beginners to Intermediate Poses

Session 7: Paddle Board Fitness - 60 Minutes with Fitness Instructor
How to Use a Board for Strength and Endurance Training

Session 8: Night Paddling (Full Moon Paddle) - 3 Hours
Preparing Board for Night Paddle
Participation as a Guide
Refreshments Celebration

Session 9: Course Final and Bonus Paddle
Sup Smart Certificate of Completion
VIP Memberships Perks
Shirt and Bucket
How to Select a Board including Construction, Sizes, and Purposes
SUP Accessories 101
Bonus: One Way Ticket to Paradise and Wristband for Bonnet House Grounds

Cancelation and Refund Policies
NOTE: All times are approxiamate for each session and will vary depending on your participation. Each Session can and will be scheduled to meet your convenience. Upon scheduling your first session, we will adapt a schedule that works best for you. If for any reason we cannot adapt to your schedule during this first session then a full refund can be requested and will be honored as long as it is done prior to the 2nd session. Any requested Refunds after the 2nd session begins will have $200 deducted from the amount paid for each session already completed and after 5 sessions No Refunds are permitted.

Duration
Group Size
no limit

$100 Friends and Family Membership

MUST CALL (954) 440-4562 to get this Special Offer!
Become a Friends and Family Member for only $100 to gain these awesome perks:
Special Invites to our Full Moon Paddles with Early Bird Discounts
Email Offers to Specialty Events
Email Offers for Boards, Kayaks, and Accessories
1 Hour Rentals = $17 (Reg. $29)
Primetime Unlimite = $29 (Paddle all you can during business hours and launching from our Riverfront Showroom Location or up to 3 Hours during Peek or Primetime Hours and Holidays)
You may want to consider our *Loyalty Program, which is Only $35 / Month with unlinited paddling during operational hours.
*Some Restrictions Aplly

Explore the beautiful natural waterways of Fort Lauderdale

Paddleboard tours are offered for both beginners and advanced-level paddlers, as well as kayaks, canoes, and sailboats. The scenery is gorgeous. Check out their website for more information.