Discover Phoenix’s desert lakes on a Stand Up Paddleboard tour. Learn paddling basics, explore unique ecosystems, and enjoy an adventurous water experience.
Discover Phoenix’s desert lakes on a Stand Up Paddleboard tour. Learn paddling basics, explore unique ecosystems, and enjoy an adventurous water experience.
- Butcher Jones Recreation Site - All guided SUP tours are conducted near Phoenix at Saguaro Lake, located at the Butcher Jones Recreation Site. Saguaro Lake offers some of the finest wildlife and bird watching experiences in the Southwest. Water temperatures range from the 60s in winter to the low 80s during summer. Swimming is possible throughout…
- Butcher Jones Recreation Site - All guided SUP tours are conducted near Phoenix at Saguaro Lake, located at the Butcher Jones Recreation Site. Saguaro Lake offers some of the finest wildlife and bird watching experiences in the Southwest. Water temperatures range from the 60s in winter to the low 80s during summer. Swimming is possible throughout the year, though the water can be brisk in January! Tours generally last around 4 hours and are available on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, starting at various locations depending on the day’s water traffic. All equipment is transported to and from the lake, and water and snacks are provided for the duration of the tour.
- PFD (life jacket), dry bags
- Bottled water
- Professional safety-certified SUP guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water & snacks
- SUP, paddles
- PFD (life jacket), dry bags
- Bottled water
- Professional safety-certified SUP guide
- Snacks
- Bottled water & snacks
- SUP, paddles
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Prepare to walk on water! Join the adventure and discover the desert from an exhilarating new angle on a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP). This guided SUP tour offers an ideal introduction to stand up paddling. A SUP resembles a surfboard and provides a standing/paddling form of water recreation and exploration.
During this tour, participants will learn the…
Prepare to walk on water! Join the adventure and discover the desert from an exhilarating new angle on a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP). This guided SUP tour offers an ideal introduction to stand up paddling. A SUP resembles a surfboard and provides a standing/paddling form of water recreation and exploration.
During this tour, participants will learn the fundamentals of launching and landing, techniques for balancing, kneeling, and standing, as well as how to turn and navigate on calm waters. Additionally, there will be a wonderful opportunity to explore the fascinating ecosystem of a desert lake and observe some of the unique flora and fauna that inhabit this special environment.
This tour is suitable for anyone with good physical fitness, a desire to learn a new skill, and a moderate sense of adventure.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A minimum weight of 35 lbs is required
- We require solo-travelers to pay the minimum of the 2-person price. If you are a solo traveler and would like to be added on to a pre-formed group for this tour, please mention this upon booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
