Paddle in Paradise on an EcoTour at MacBeach.
Come learn about our Park after hours during a leisurely paddle around our estuary.
MacBeach Sunset Kayak Tour FAQs
What skill level is needed to participate?
We recommend that you have confidence and comfortability in a kayak. Paddlers should be able to perform basic paddling maneuvers: forward, backward, turns
Are children allowed?
Children that are 10 years old and accompanied by an adult can participate. Every minor needs to be accompanied by an adult in their kayak. The adult and minor will be a pair in a double kayak.
How long will we be on the water?
This round-trip program lasts approximately 2 hours, with frequent stops and discussion.
Should I be prepared to get wet?
Yes! You will get wet getting into and out of the kayak. During the kayaking tour you will also get wet as these are sit on top, self-bailing kayaks.
Can I explore independently?
No, this event is a guided eco-tour with slow paddling and stops along the way to learn about MacArthur Beach State Park and the flora and fauna. All attendees must stay with the group. If you would like to independently explore the park, please feel free to come rent a kayak or standup paddleboard through our gift shop during park hours. Check out more information about that on our website: https://macarthurbeach.org/kayaking/.
Can I bring my own kayak on the tour?
No, all participants must use the kayaks provided by the park for this tour. If you would like to explore the park with your own kayak or standup paddleboard, you can bring them to our public launch during normal park hours within our main entrance.
How big are your tours?
Our max group size is 10 total tandem kayaks – the perfect size to hear our guides and enjoy conversation along the way.
Can I bring my pet?
No, this is NOT a pet friendly experience. Pets will not be allowed for this experience, with state listed exceptions for service animals. If you wish to kayak with your pet, we offer kayaks for rent which allow animals to join during normal park hours through our gift shop.
Can I attend in a single kayak?
Tandem kayaks will be used for this eco-tour. If your group has an uneven number of people, please call 561-776-7449 ext. 103 to inquire about special arrangements. Space for single participants is not guaranteed, but we will try to accommodate your group by placing them with another single participant if available.
What is your cancellation policy?
Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park will not launch in unsafe weather conditions such as lightning and/or high winds. Because of this, trips may need to be canceled due to safety issues. Only the Friends has the right to cancel for weather-related or other necessary conditions. If conditions are safe and there is only light rain, we will continue the paddle as scheduled. Please note unexpected weather may occur and result in a late cancellation notice, but we will try our best to give guests as much time as possible prior to the start time if there is a need to cancel. Notification will be sent out via email and a phone call (listed on your registration form).
If the Kayak Tour is canceled by Friends of MacArthur BeachMacArthur Beach, you will have the option to be rescheduled or refunded for the activity. We will work to get you and your group the best option possible.
If a participant can no longer attend, they must email: sophia@macarthurbeach.org up to 48 hours before the event to receive a refund. If you do not cancel before 48 hours of the event, you will not be eligible to receive a refund. The Friends will not be held responsible for any reservation that you fail to keep due to any unforeseen circumstances. Anyone who does not attend based on their own decision and does not follow the 48 hours cancellation policy listed above, will not be issued a refund.
Who can I talk to if I have more questions?
If you have further questions, please contact Friends of MacArthur Beach Educator, Sophia Madeline at 561-776-7449, ext. 103 or sophia@macarthurbeach.org