Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3–4 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have basic endurance and ability to paddle for several hours, but no advanced experience is needed.

Overview

Paddle through the serene waters of Congaree National Park on a private guided kayak tour. Discover diverse wildlife and towering forest views in this unique South Carolina adventure.

Canoe

Gadsden, South Carolina

Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

$80 per Adult & $50 per Child | Adventure down Cedar Creek in the Congaree National Park | 3 Hours

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Date

Fri, Oct 3

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Guided Congaree National Park Kayak Tour

Rates

Floating Options

Single Kayak
Tandem Kayak

Adult (Ages 13+): $80 Children (Ages 12 & under): $50

Duration

3 Hours

About

This guided Adventure is about two to three hours long, depending on water levels. The Adventure meanders down Cedar Creek in the Congaree National Park, where beautiful bald cypress, tupelos, & sweet gums line the banks!! Explore South Carolina’s only National Park by water!! This is a route not readily available by land. You will have the option to paddle in a kayak!! Cost includes the Guide, boat, paddle and life jacket/ PFD.

Adventure Tips

Bring waterproof bags

Protect your belongings from water with waterproof bags or dry sacks during the kayak tour.

Wear quick-drying clothing

Lightweight, moisture-wicking clothes will keep you comfortable throughout your paddle.

Use biodegradable insect repellent

Congaree's wetland environment attracts mosquitoes—eco-friendly repellent helps protect you without harming nature.

Stay hydrated

Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated, especially during warmer months on the water.

Local Insights

Wildlife

American river otter
Great blue heron

History

Congaree National Park preserves one of the largest intact old-growth bottomland hardwood forests in the U.S., with roots tracing back thousands of years as a vital waterway and shelter for Native American tribes.

Conservation

Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect the fragile wetland ecosystem and support ongoing conservation efforts in the park.