The 15 Best Sunrise Surf & Paddle Sessions

1.Sunrise Paddleboarding with Instructor and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 782 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

Meet Eswell Surf School near Barceloneta, store your things in lockers, then carry your board a few minutes to the beach. Instructors such as Carlos, Santi, Pietro, and Luis help beginners onto the water, take photos, and guide a relaxed 90-minute sunrise paddle.

“I had the most incredible experience doing sunrise paddle boarding – everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The views were breathtaking, the atmosphere was peaceful, and it was the best way to start the day. A very special mention to Carlos, who was an amazing host – friendly, professional, and made the whole experience even better. I’d 100% do this again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for something memorable!”

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2.Paddleboarding at Sunrise. Includes: instructor, photos, equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 570 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Meet at DGPADDLESURF near San Miguel Beach before dawn, learn basic paddleboard skills, then head onto the Mediterranean for sunrise. Instructors such as Felipe, Diego, Cassandra, and Francisco help beginners, take photos and videos, and provide boards, wetsuits, lockers, and hot showers.

“Thank you for Impressive experience of beautifull sunrise tour and valuable skills surfing the board!”

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3.Paddleboarding and/or kayaking tour at sunrise in the lagoon of Bacalar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $28Top rated

Start at 5:30 am with a small group of up to seven for a paddleboard or kayak trip across Bacalar Lagoon. Guides such as Osvaldo, Jorge, and Romel lead you toward Cenote de la Bruja as stars fade and sunrise colors spread across the water.

“An unforgettable experience. The sky is full of colors and reflected in the lagoon that looks spectacular. Plus the super friendly and patient guides. Really enjoy all of you, starting with the kids who kept rowing, swimming and admiring the place.Auto-translated”

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4.Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard Tour with Breakfast & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Start at 6:00 a.m. with Amir AdvenTours Bacalar for a three-hour SUP trip across the Lagoon of Seven Colors. Guides such as Miguel, Samuel, Rocío, and Héctor lead beginners toward mangroves, the Pirates’ Channel, and swimming spots, with breakfast, water, and GoPro photos included.

“What an amazing tour! Amir was our tour guide and we were lucky to just be us two and Amir. He is very knowledgeable about the Lagoon, and you can tell how passionate he is about keeping it protective. Highly recommend it to anyone!”

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5.Bacalar: Sunrise Paddleboard Tour with Floating Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 279 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Meet guides such as Adriano, Angelo, or Adrian at Casa China Bacalar for a three-hour sunrise paddle. You’ll learn basic SUP technique, paddle between cenotes, swim near Bird Island, and enjoy fruit, juice, water, and often coffee on the boards.

“It was a lovely morning sunrise. It was just me in the group so it ended up being a private tour. The breakfast was nice and hibiscus fruit.”

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6.Sunrise on Paddleboard with breakfast in the lagoon of 7 colors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 255 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Start at 6:00 am with guide Flor for a three-hour paddleboard outing on Bacalar’s seven-color lagoon. Visit Bird Island and the Black Cenote while coffee, water, fruit, and a sweet snack come aboard. Groups are capped at eight, and dogs may be welcome.

“Beautiful experience!! Loved I was able to bring my dog Coco along for the ride as well. We both had a fantastic time, would definitely recommend booking!”

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7.Sunrise Session – The #1 Paddleboard Tour On The Caribbean Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Join Aloha Paddle Club at Fusion Beach in Playa del Carmen for a two-hour sunrise paddleboard session. Roberto and the team teach beginners the basics, guide you along the coast, and provide boards, paddles, leashes, photos, and snorkel gear when conditions permit.

“This was a Great experience. Loved seeing the sunrise like that. Great instruction. Has a great time.”

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8.Sunrise or Sunset Paddle Surf with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 1h 30m · from $53

Meet near Port Olímpic for a 90-minute paddle surf session with instructors such as Damil, Claudio, or Eduardo. Learn the basics, head onto the Mediterranean, and enjoy sunrise or sunset views with photos and videos included. Small groups are capped at 10 people.

“Perfect experience - as a solo traveler it was great and I felt safe during the activity with good guidance ☀️ Must try again some day when I get back 🌊🌅”

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9.Santa Ana Volcano Tour: Beat the Crowds on an Early Morning Hike!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $81

Start early for a guided Santa Ana Volcano hike with local guides such as Chamba, Salva, or Eduardo. The four-hour climb reaches an emerald crater lake and wide views, followed by lunch at Coatepeque Lake. Hotel pickup, transport, and park fees are included.

“What can I say? Or rather where should I start? 😊 My hubby and I were picked up on time by Pablo, who was our tour guide as well as our driver. Pablo speaks great English. Pablo was very engaging, friendly, funny, kind, considerate and most importantly: patient. This hike was no joke! If you are not in shape/don't really do any physical activity, you will not survive this hike! I walk approximately 2 miles every morning and 5 miles on the weekends. This hike kicked my butt! I wanted to give up, but Pablo was amazing! Once you reach to the top, the view is amazing and Pablo will…”

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10.Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard: A Unique Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 78 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Start at The Yak Lake House for a three-hour guided SUP trip with basic lessons, safety help, and stops at Cenote Negro and Canal de los Piratas. Guides such as Daniel, Gladys, Luiz, and David have led recent outings. Expect coffee, fruit, photos, swimming, and a Mexican breakfast.

“De omgeving is zalig om in te suppen. Het tempo lag niet te hoog of te laag. De 2 tussenstops waren op zeer mooie plaatsen en het ontbijt op het water maakt het tropisch. Het materiaal was zeer goed en de gidsen geweldig. Ze gaven leuke uitleg. En ze maakten foto's als acrobaten op een sup.”

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11.Sunrise Tour (Stand Up Paddle or Kayak)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Start at 6:00 am with Monkey Adventure Bacalar Sup Tour for a 2:40 to 3-hour paddle on Bacalar’s Lagoon of the 7 Colors. Choose a stand-up paddleboard or kayak, visit Pirate Channel and Cenote Negro, and enjoy guides, photos, breakfast, a snack, and town pickup. Eckart is one named guide.

“The time with our guide, Eckart. Also seeing the sunrise. We will come back and use this tour again.”

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12.Lagos SUP Caves&Grottoes Tour at Sunrise, Ponta da Piedade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $57

Meet your guide at D. Ana Beach before sunrise for a gentle paddle to Ponta da Piedade. You will learn the basics, enter coastal caves, stop to swim, and receive GoPro photos. Guides include Jay Jay, Joao Pedro, and Diego. No SUP experience is needed, but you must swim.

“It was best an activity I did during my stay in Lagos. It’s definitely the best way to see the caves and adding the wonderful views you have from the sunrise I was completely in love!! And of course the guide JayJay is definitely the best, he gave the confidence to stand up with great tips and It was a great!! I just can say thanks for such an amazing experience!”

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13.SUP Tour Experience Sunrise or Sunset breakfast or aperitif Olbia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join Aloysia and the SUP team for a beginner-friendly outing from Cala Girgolu. Learn basic paddle technique, reach quiet coves near Tavolara, stop for swims, and enjoy breakfast or a sunset aperitif on the water. Equipment, safety gear, insurance, and shared photos are included.

“A fantastic way to spend a morning. My two teenage daughters and I not only had a chance to take in a beautiful and scenic sunrise, we were thrilled to have a lengthy, up close encounter with a pod of dolphins as they swam and played just a few feet from our paddleboards. A memorable experience to say the least. And, of course, all of this was capped with a delicious breakfast on the water. Thank you for the great memories, Aloysia!”

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14.Gili sunrise stand-up paddle boarding (drone photoshoot)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · from $19

Meet Danny or another English-speaking guide before dawn at Moana Bar near Trawangan Dive Center. After a short SUP lesson, paddle toward the sunrise around the three Gili Islands while the guide takes drone photos and videos. The outing lasts about an hour, though collecting media can add 45 minutes.

“Great experience and the drone shots were amazing. Thanks so much, highly recommend!!”

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15.Best Sunrise SUP Or Kayak With Drone Shoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · from $20

Meet at Moana Bar by 5:30 AM for a guided 1.5 to 2-hour SUP or kayak outing in West Nusa Tenggara. You get a lesson, life jacket, and waterproof bag. Anto may capture the sunrise, turtles, and your paddle from above with drone photos and video.

“We did sup at dawn and we had a great time, beautiful sunrise and super friendly staff. We recommend taking photos and videos with a drone, it's a great way to capture the moment”

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