Set sail through South Carolina’s scenic backwaters with Shawn’s Adventure Tour—perfect for families and nature lovers. Discover wildlife, history, and hidden gems in a relaxing paddle adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels; gentle paddling, no prior experience needed
Wildlife
History
The backwaters have served as vital habitats for coastal wildlife for centuries, and the area’s wetland preservation efforts have kept it a thriving ecosystem.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes preservation and responsible wildlife viewing, supporting conservation initiatives in South Carolina’s coastal wetlands.
Myrtle Beach Watersports
Set sail through South Carolina’s scenic backwaters with Shawn’s Adventure Tour—perfect for families and nature lovers. Discover wildlife, history, and hidden gems in a relaxing paddle adventure.
Myrtle Beach Watersports provides a range of water-based experiences around Myrtle Beach and coastal South Carolina. The company offers guided jet ski tours, private jet ski excursions available in 1-, 2-, and 3-hour options, and family-friendly backwater tours that highlight historic plantations, salt marshes, and wildlife. Rentals include model-year 2024 and 2020 pontoons and tritoons, Hurricane Deck boats with 90 hp engines, and a variety of jet ski rental durations.
Safety and accessibility are emphasized: some rentals do not require a boating license, while age guidelines are noted for different activities (for example, one-hour jet ski rentals are available to riders aged 16 and up). Private and guided options include the Shawn's Backwater Adventure Tour and the Guide to Adventure Tour, which combine pontoon cruising with jet ski time, dolphin watching, and salt marsh exploration. The business also offers skill-building options like jet ski lessons and higher-intensity experiences such as the 2-Hour Adrenaline Tour for experienced riders.
Additional offerings include a Boat Club Season Pass for frequent users, boat models equipped with Bluetooth stereos and safety gear, and rental policies that require adult supervision for certain bookings. Myrtle Beach Watersports operates as a destination provider focused on delivering varied on-water activities for families, groups, and individual thrill-seekers while maintaining clear age and equipment guidelines.
Tours Offered
13
Private and guided options available
Boat Models
2024 & 2020
New 2024 and 2020 model pontoons
Minimum Ages
16+ drivers
One-hour jet skis: 16 and up
Rental Lengths
1–3 hours
Private tours 1, 2, or 3 hours
Reserve private tours, jet ski rentals, or a pontoon day — simple online booking and clear age and equipment requirements make planning easy.
Wear sun protection
Apply sunscreen, wear hats, and sunglasses for protection during the tour.
Bring binoculars
Enhance your wildlife viewing with binoculars, especially for birdwatching.
Stay hydrated
Carry water to stay refreshed during the tour.
Arrange early bookings
Tours fill up quickly in peak season; book in advance.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun exposure during the outdoor paddle.
summer
Hat and sunglasses
Shield your face and eyes from direct sunlight for comfort.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated with your own water supply.
Camera or smartphone
Capture wildlife and scenic views along the tour.