South Florida Paddle – Frequently Asked Questions
Why Try Stand-Up Paddle Boarding? Paddle boarding is exciting, peaceful, and adventurous all at once. Standing gives you amazing views of the sea life below and the scenery around you. You might even spot dolphins, manatees, or schools of fish — it’s almost like walking on water!
What Can I Expect with South Florida Paddle?
Do I Need Experience or to Know How to Swim?
Is Paddle Boarding Hard to Learn? No! It’s very easy to pick up, and most people feel comfortable quickly.
What Should I Wear?
Age & Weight Restrictions
Paddle Board vs. Kayak Standing on a paddle board provides better views and a unique perspective. It also offers a great core workout and helps with balance.
Group Eco Tour vs. Private Eco Tour
What Should I Bring?
Where Are You Located?We are mobile in Palm Beach County.
Main meeting spot: Sawfish Bay Park, Jupiter
Other locations: Jim Barry Park, Jupiter Island, and Phil Foster Park
Best Spot for Beginners? Sawfish Bay Park – Calm, shallow water with protected paddle routes to Fullerton and Sawfish Islands.
Do You Offer Group Rates? Yes! Contact us for group pricing.
How Do I Schedule or Cancel?
Arrival & Timing
Weather Cancellations Tours may be canceled due to:
Why Try Stand-Up Paddle Boarding? Paddle boarding is exciting, peaceful, and adventurous all at once. Standing gives you amazing views of the sea life below and the scenery around you. You might even spot dolphins, manatees, or schools of fish — it’s almost like walking on water!
What Can I Expect with South Florida Paddle?
- Guided by Florida natives and certified Master Naturalists.
- Learn about the unique Palm Beach County ecosystem.
- Relaxed, slow-paced island time tours.
- Focus on safety, education, and fun.
Do I Need Experience or to Know How to Swim?
- No experience needed. We provide instruction and all gear.
- Swimming helps, but life jackets are provided for non-swimmers.
Is Paddle Boarding Hard to Learn? No! It’s very easy to pick up, and most people feel comfortable quickly.
What Should I Wear?
- Swimwear or clothing that can get wet.
- Hat and polarized sunglasses.
- UV protection clothing and sunscreen are highly recommended.
- phone pouches available for purchase
Age & Weight Restrictions
- Group Eco Tours: Ages 13+ on their own board, with adult (18+) supervision.
- Private Tours/Rentals: Ages 7+.
- Under 7: Can ride on an adult’s board.
Paddle Board vs. Kayak Standing on a paddle board provides better views and a unique perspective. It also offers a great core workout and helps with balance.
Group Eco Tour vs. Private Eco Tour
- Group Tour: Social, structured pace.
- Private Tour: Customized pace and experience.
What Should I Bring?
- Hat
- Polarized sunglasses (with strap)
- Sunscreen
- UV protective clothing
Where Are You Located?We are mobile in Palm Beach County.
Main meeting spot: Sawfish Bay Park, Jupiter
Other locations: Jim Barry Park, Jupiter Island, and Phil Foster Park
Best Spot for Beginners? Sawfish Bay Park – Calm, shallow water with protected paddle routes to Fullerton and Sawfish Islands.
Do You Offer Group Rates? Yes! Contact us for group pricing.
How Do I Schedule or Cancel?
- Booking: Appointments only. Book up to 1 month in advance. 2 days' notice preferred.
- Cancellations: 24–48 hours' notice required. Rescheduling or credit to be used at a later date offered.
- Contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 561-231-1659
Arrival & Timing
- Arrive 15 minutes early to sign waivers and get ready.
- If running late, call us immediately. We can’t delay tours for late arrivals. No-shows after 15 mins without notice will miss the tour.
Weather Cancellations Tours may be canceled due to:
- High winds
- Thunderstorms with lightning
- Heavy, continuous rain
Light rain? We still paddle!
Meeting Locations
Please check your reservation to see which location you booked. Meeting locations are Sawfish Bay Park, Phil Foster Park, Jim Barry Light Harbor Park, and Jupiter Island (Coral Cove).
Jupiter Location / SawFish Bay park Directions
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We will meet at Sawfish Bay Park off Alt A1A in Jupiter.
The address is: 1133 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter FL 33458
This is a 2.5 acre park that sits where the Loxahatchee River meets the Jupiter Inlet.
The address is: 1133 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter FL 33458
From I95, take the Indiantown Rd exit east to Alt A1A. Turn left and continue north past the stoplight at Center St. Turn right into the easy to miss entrance to Sawfish Bay Park. The entrance is very easy to miss, please approach slowly. The turn is right before the bridge just past the yellow building inside the park.
once inside the parking lot you will be looking for a white van.
The address is: 1133 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter FL 33458
This is a 2.5 acre park that sits where the Loxahatchee River meets the Jupiter Inlet.
The address is: 1133 FL A1A Alt, Jupiter FL 33458
From I95, take the Indiantown Rd exit east to Alt A1A. Turn left and continue north past the stoplight at Center St. Turn right into the easy to miss entrance to Sawfish Bay Park. The entrance is very easy to miss, please approach slowly. The turn is right before the bridge just past the yellow building inside the park.
once inside the parking lot you will be looking for a white van.
Phil Foster Park - Peanut Island Sunrise Tour
For the Peanut Island Sunrise Paddle Boarding tour we will meet at Phil Foster Park (under the Blue Heron bridge)
900 E Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Once you enter the parking area you will drive towards the bridge for regular non boat parking. We will meet near the Playground area. You will be on the lookout for a large white van with paddleboards inside.
900 E Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Once you enter the parking area you will drive towards the bridge for regular non boat parking. We will meet near the Playground area. You will be on the lookout for a large white van with paddleboards inside.
Peanut Island paddle boarding meeting at Jim Barry Light Harbor Park
Directions for Peanut Island Paddle Board trip (excluding the sunrise tour) We will meet at a small park off US1 / Broadway Blvd. the address is 1800 Broadway Ave. Riviera Beach, FL 33404. Parking for non boat trailers is along the south side of the parking lot. You will be on the lookout for a white van with paddle boards. We will meet at the van to be sized for your gear.
Jupiter Island SUP Adventure
For the Jupiter Island Paddle Boarding Tour we will meet on Jupiter Island near Coral Cove Park. You can use this address to guide you, but we may not be at this exact spot (depends on what's open). 648 S. Beach rd, Jupiter Fl, 33469. We meet directly off the main beach rd. Parking will be on the Intracoastal side (West side). If you arrive at Coral Cove Beach Park you went too far. We will meet south of the park entrance. You will be on the lookout for a large white van.
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SOUTH FLORIDA PADDLEA mobile paddle boarding company, located in Jupiter Florida. We offer a variety of Paddle boarding Eco tours, Jupiter Paddle Boarding Adventure tours, Peanut Island (Singer Island) Paddle boarding tours, sunset paddle boarding tours, sunrise paddle boarding, and Night Glow tours , paddle boarding lessons and stand up paddle board rentals.
Open 7 days a week. Hours vary. Our main meeting spot is in Jupiter Florida at Sawfish Bay Park. We also take groups paddle boarding to Peanut Island and Jupiter Island, or any where else in Palm Beach County Reservations in advance are required. |
CONTACT US[email protected]
Phone number: 561-231-1659 As of now we are strictly a mobile company and do not have a store front. |
MAKE A RESERVATIONView our calendar to see what special tours we are offering and at which locations. Tours can be booked below.
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