Join Mr. Beaches, a corgi tour guide, for a 90‑minute paddleboard glide through Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas canals. Expect calm water, waterside mansions, and an easy introduction to SUP with local wildlife and excellent photo ops.
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You push off from a small city park, board wobbling gently beneath your feet, the New River breathing slowly beside you. Mr. Beaches, a corgi with a buoyant attitude and a local following, waddles along the dock and into the lead — a playful captain for a 90‑minute slide through Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas canals. The water is calm, the skyline low, and million‑dollar homes and moored yachts watch your passage like patient neighbors.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–1.5 hours (90 minutes)
Fitness Level
Moderate — basic balance and core strength recommended; suitable for beginners comfortable with light physical activity
Wildlife
History
The Las Olas corridor grew alongside Fort Lauderdale’s 20th‑century canal development and river trade; many streets and waterways were reshaped to support boating and tourism.
Conservation
Respect private property and bird nesting areas, avoid feeding wildlife, and carry out any trash — canals are sensitive urban marine environments.
Reserve your spot on the SUP PUP Paddleboard Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Check in, fill out waivers and get fitted for your board and life vest to maximize time on the water.
Bring a waterproof phone case
You’ll want photos from water level — protect electronics from sprays and the occasional splash.
Balance toward the center
Keep knees slightly bent and weight low; kneel if you’re nervous and stand once you feel stable.
Watch for private docks and boat traffic
Stay in the guide’s path to avoid private property and passing motorboats in the main channel.
USCG‑approved life vest
Required safety gear and provided in most tours, but confirm fit if you have special sizing needs.
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Protects electronics and valuables from splashes and accidental drops.
summer
Quick‑dry clothing & water shoes
Speeds comfort on and off the board and protects feet when launching from rocky or slippery surfaces.
spring
Sunscreen and polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare and sun exposure on the reflective canal surface for a longer, more comfortable outing.
summer