Broad Bay Island SUP Adventure: 4.6-mile paddle in Virginia Beach

Paddle a full loop around Broad Bay Island and earn the distance

A 4.6-mile guided stand-up paddleboard adventure around Broad Bay Island launching from Marina Shores in Virginia Beach, designed for experienced paddlers who want to build endurance and confidence on the water. The paddle takes approximately 2.5 hours and covers intermittent currents and open waterways. You receive a commemorative T-shirt upon completion. A live English-speaking guide leads the route, and you can bring your own board or rent one.

The experience

This paddle covers 4.6 miles of open water around Broad Bay Island, starting and ending at the Surfrider at Marina Shores. You'll navigate the full loop on your own board or a rental, following scenic waterways lined with coastal homes and natural surroundings. The route is built for paddlers who already know their way around a board: the intermittent currents and distance mean this isn't a beginner's outing, but it's the kind of paddle that builds real confidence if you're ready for it.

The 2.5-hour experience combines exercise with time on the water, and the guide leads the way through the route. You complete the full circuit before returning to the launch area, where you'll get a commemorative T-shirt marking the accomplishment. The choice between bringing your own board or renting one is yours at checkout. Public transportation options are available near Marina Shores if you're not driving.

What’s included

• Guided 4.6-mile paddle around Broad Bay Island.
• stand-up paddleboard (or bring your own).
• commemorative T-shirt upon completion.
• live English-speaking guide.

Options for this experience

2 options

Virginia Beach: Broad Bay Island Stand-Up Paddleboard AdventureGuide in English · 14:30Equipment provided: an epoxy fiberglass board, a paddle, a life jacket and a dry bag are all included

Use your own boardGuide in English · 14:30BYOB option for guests who already own a board

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesSundayDeparts at 14:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 to 59 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by FloatandFlowVa Yoga and Paddleboard Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you're already comfortable on a paddleboard and want to push your distance and endurance: the intermittent currents and open-water route are what make the full loop rewarding rather than routine.

Top questions

What's the paddle distance and how long does the Broad Bay Island SUP adventure take?

The paddle covers approximately 4.6 miles around Broad Bay Island and takes about 2.5 hours to complete, including the full loop back to the launch point at Marina Shores.

Is this SUP adventure suitable if I'm still learning to paddleboard?

This paddle is designed for experienced paddlers because of the intermittent currents and the distance involved. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness and comfort on a board before booking.

Can I bring my own stand-up paddleboard or do I need to rent one?

You can choose to bring your own board or rent one at checkout. Both options are available for this adventure.

What's included in the Broad Bay Island SUP experience?

The guided paddle, stand-up paddleboard (if you don't bring your own), and a commemorative T-shirt upon completion are included. A live English-speaking guide leads the route.

Where do I meet for the paddle, and is there parking or transportation nearby?

You'll meet at the Surfrider at Marina Shores in Virginia Beach to launch. Public transportation options are available near the meeting point if you prefer not to drive.