10 Safari Tours Worldwide to Build a Trip Around

1.Cala Ratjada: SUP SAFARI TOUR 2H

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · 1 day · from $82Our pick

Meet Sea Safari Mallorca at the beachside shop in Cala Ratjada for a two-hour guided SUP trip. You’ll learn the basics, paddle to scenic caves and cliffs, stop at a local snorkeling spot, and have boards, gear, lockers, showers, waterproof bags, and refreshments provided. Guides speak English, Spanish, and German.

“Naprawdę warto zafundować sobie taką wycieczkę. Świetna atmosfera, duzo ciekawych miejsc i przede wszystkim mnóstwo zabawy. Polecam każdemu”

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2.Stand-up Paddleboard SUP Safari on The River Avon For Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $93Top rated

Meet Alex or James at Arden Sailing Club near Eckington for a 2.5-hour beginner SUP lesson and river safari. You’ll learn board control, paddle strokes, turns, and safety before heading along the peaceful Avon. Equipment is provided, and you must be 12 or older and able to swim 50 metres.

“Myself and partner had a wonderful morning river safari with Alex. She gave us great instruction and advice on all things sup like boards, good routes to try and even tips for paddling with our daughter. She is so lovely and friendly and put us both completely at ease.”

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3.Charleston: Folly Beach Stand Up Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 49 reviews · 2 hours · from $60Best value

Learn stand up paddleboarding on a two-hour Folly River safari with an English-speaking guide. You may see bottlenose dolphins, stingrays, crabs, and sunset views. Boards, paddles, leashes, and life jackets are provided. Guides have included Eric, Pat, Kate, Jack, and Lindsey.

“Kate was great!!! Super fun and got to see so many dolphins even from far away!! Sunset was beautiful.”

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4.Noosa: Epic Learn to Surf Safari 4×4 – Double Island Point

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 6 hours · from $107

Ride a 4WD through Great Sandy National Park to Double Island Point for a six-hour surf lesson in warm, clear, waist-deep water. Epic Ocean Adventures supplies boards, wetsuits, instruction, snacks, and park entry. Guide Vince is known for adding local and surfing history to the drive.

“We had a so much fun and a had a great time! Even though we had pouring rain the whole time! Our guide Vince made it a pleasant experience, with all the facts he knew about the area and surfing history! The drive there was so much fun and a unique experience! We all managed to stand up a few times on the board! Would recommend this activity to anyone staying in Noosa!🏄‍♀️🤩”

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5.Epic Surf Safari Beach 4WD Day Tour -Noosa to Double Island Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $85

Travel from Noosa to Double Island Point by 4WD along the Great Beach Drive, then surf warm, clear point-break waves with provided equipment. You can practice independently or add a group lesson for $30 per person, with guides such as Kevin and James helping beginners find their feet.

“Flot køretur til North Shore Island. Fantastiske surf instruktører med god energi. Vi nåede alle 5 at surfe på bølgerne, selvom det var allerførste gang med et surfboard. Alt var velorganiseret.”

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6.Rainbow Beach: Surf Lesson Safari & Beach 4WD Double Island Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $92

Ride a 4WD along Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point, then learn to surf in crystal-clear, waist-deep water on a long sandy point break. Your roughly three-hour outing includes transport, board and wetsuit hire, National Park entry, and qualified instruction. Kirsty is one of the instructors.

“Had a wonderful, friendly instructor that really helped me improve my surfing throughout the lesson and got me catching as many waves as possible. Beautiful location that had great waves for a beginner.”

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7.SUP Safari – Catamaran Cruise Dia Island & Gourmet Delights!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $169

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island aboard an EOS Yachts catamaran. With certified instructor Thanasis, you’ll paddle, snorkel, swim, and relax over Cretan treats, gourmet cold cuts, fruit, dessert, and unlimited drinks. Intermediate SUP skills are required.

“We travel a lot and are always looking for activities to keep us active. We're casual paddlers, not experts, and found it an awesome idea to combine a catamaran trip to Zeus Island (which we hadn't visited before) with a SUP tour. Our guide, Thanasis, was very experienced, we felt safe and relaxed throughout the activity. The island’s waters are crystal clear. Overall, a magical trip. Thank you all!”

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8.Epic Surf Safari – Best of Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $195

Meet at Maalaea Harbor for a private 2 to 3 hour surf session at Launiupoko Beach Park. Your Brazilian pro guide provides the equipment and one-on-one coaching. Nick is one guide praised for keeping children engaged, friendly, and having fun.

“Nick was super with the kids. He was helpful, friendly, and fun. The whole family enjoyed our time with him. Loved hearing his stories. The boys couldn't stop talking about it for weeks.”

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9.Mangrove SUP Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $75

Meet Ariana or another certified Advanced Master Naturalist at West Lake Park for a two-hour SUP trip through calm mangrove trails. You’ll practice in a sheltered cove, paddle under green tunnels, watch native birds, and may spot manatees. Boards, water, photos, and safety gear are included.

“This was one of the best paddle boarding adventures that I have ever had. We saw manatee at a safe distance and had a great workout. I highly recommend.”

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10.Beaver Safari on Stand up paddleboard in Hokksund

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $109

Paddle a stand-up board up Vestfosselva from Eiker Padleklubb with a guide, watching for beavers in the quiet forest. Groups use no more than four boards, with SUP instruction, life vest, and bottled water included. Evening departures offer the best chance of spotting wildlife.

“I have absolutely no hesitation to say that this was the most wonderful activity I did in my trip to Norway. The guide is an excellent professional and an extremely sweet person. Though the location for this is Hokksund, you can easily do this whRead more”

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