South Island SUP
South Island SUP
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Surfing & WindsurfingWater SportsNature & Wildlife ToursStand Up PaddleboardingKayaking & Canoeing
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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We offer year round exceptional Stand Up Paddleboarding Experiences on southern Vancouver Island on the west coast of Canada. We are a mobile business and can help you with guided tours, lessons, events and rentals. We also sell boards, paddles and all the other gear you need to make your paddling experience safe and fun. Please book online or call/text/email to make an appointment of book a session. We are open year round from dawn to dusk and offer night paddles too. We often paddle with otters and seals while eagles soar overhead. SUP (stand up paddleboarding) is a great way to experience the beauty of Victoria and southern Vancouver Island. SUP is easy to learn and suitable for people of all ages. And a great full body workout too. Sign up for a lesson, tour, event or rental and we will get out on the water!
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vsharpVictoria_bc
Victoria, bc40 contributions
Apr 2020 • Couples
My husband and I had a lesson with Brian and it was amazing. He is a calm, friendly, patient person who really knows what he’s doing. The equipment was in excellent shape and we had a great time out on the water. We enjoyed it so much that we plan to join his paddle boarding club. Highly recommend South Island SUP
Written April 17, 2020
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Thanks for booking with South Island SUP! Great to hear you enjoyed the lesson and tour. Looking forward to more adventures on the water with both of you soon.
Written April 18, 2020
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WestCoastGirl
Victoria, Canada9 contributions
Aug 2022
I recently had an outstanding experience paddleboarding from Willows Beach to the Chatham / Discovery islands with @mertalesoceanjourneys and @southislandsup. We stopped in a protected cove where the harbour seals and their pups played. From our boards, we slipped into the water to explore the beautiful marine life. Gina, a professional marine biologist from @mertalesoceanjourneys, knew everything there was about life under the water. She pointed out the rich and diverse marine life from giant purple sea stars, orange sea cucumbers, kelp crabs, and various anemones. Her depth of knowledge was unbelievable as she explained the secret life of kelp, anemone characteristics, sea star feeding habits, and countless other facts. If you’re looking for a trip of a lifetime, I highly recommend a tour with @mertalesoceanjourneys and @southislandsup.
Written August 7, 2022
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Hey WestCoastGirl! Thanks for providing a review. We really appreciate it. Gina is amazing for sure. We love to offer unique and memorable experiences. Gina will be offering more Paddle&Snorkel Tours again this year. We hope to see you again in 2023. Let your friends know as well! Thanks for booking with us.
Written April 25, 2023
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Robyn Wildman
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
It was a lot easier than I thought it would be and so beautiful and serene. Brian is a great instructor. He has all the gear and gets it's ready for you and then with a few simple instructions I was standing up on the board. He knows a lot of information and history about the area. We watched the sunrise, paddled past islands and saw wildlife and waterfront homes. The paddle experience was a gift to me from a friend and it was fantastic! Brian's excellent at what he does and he makes it very easy to participate. I will definitely be doing this again!
Written April 28, 2022
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Thanks for the review! And hope you are able to make it back soon.
Written July 22, 2022
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IK-travels
Victoria, Canada3 contributions
Oct 2020 • Solo
Fantastic paddle up Sooke River ! Even the weather brightened. We saw an awesome sealion, lots of salmon, seals and eagles. I am not very experienced and was hesitant but got tremendous support and encouragement from Brian, our leader, and the rest of the group. I was so pleased I did it. Highly recommend it.
Written October 20, 2020
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Rita Kaur D
1 contribution
Jun 2022
Brian, the owner of SUP, was so helpful, professional, and really nice. He took my adult niece and nephew paddle boarding on Thetis Lake - gave them a lesson and out they went. They loved it. He told them about the place, and took beautiful pics of them on the water which he sent after. Great experience! would recommend 100% and well worth the price.
Written June 19, 2022
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Thanks for booking your niece and nephew! They were quick learners and fun to paddle with. See you again soon. Maybe we will see you on the water next time?
Written July 22, 2022
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szabov
Vancouver, Canada5 contributions
Jun 2024 • Solo
It’s always a great experience with South Island SUP. As a local, I take advantage of their club membership to ensure I have ongoing opportunities to get on the water, to have the expertise and safety knowledge of Brian, Gina and their team, and to lower the overall cost of SUP fun.
As a relative newbie, there’s lots to learn! Ocean environments are ever-changing; I benefit from tips from expert guides and other participants.
I’m spoiled by the best gear they’ve sourced over the years. They know my comfort level and always make sure I feel safe and well supported.
As a relative newbie, there’s lots to learn! Ocean environments are ever-changing; I benefit from tips from expert guides and other participants.
I’m spoiled by the best gear they’ve sourced over the years. They know my comfort level and always make sure I feel safe and well supported.
Written June 26, 2024
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vsharpVictoria_bc
Victoria, bc40 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
A great tour up the Sooke river. Saw a giant sea lion thrashing around with a huge fish in his mouth. Also eagles, salmon, herons abd lots of seals. We have done numerous tours with South Island SUP. They are all interesting mini adventures. Brian, the owner, is one of the most experienced paddlers in Victoria. His trips are well planned, with safety a high priority. I highly recommend doing his tours. So fun!
Written October 17, 2021
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Thanks for joining us for a gentle river tour. Always an exciting place for fall tours when the salmon return to spawn.
Written March 16, 2022
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Greg
Victoria, Canada8 contributions
Jan 2021
Took an afternoon winter tour with my daughter out to Trial Island. Excellent quality boards, paddle and dry suit rentals made the experience super comfortable. Brian guided and shared his extensive knowledge of the sport, navigation and the environment with us. We will definitely be back for more!
Written January 30, 2021
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Oscar C
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico27 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Fabulous opportunity to take the grandchildren on a large Stand Up Paddleboard around Willows Beach. The online booking process was easy, Simon and Tamara were very knowledgeable and super helpful at the launching dock. The equipment was of good quality and in very good condition. The three children, accompanied by two adults on the large board and another adult on a single board had a fantastic time. I am a local and this is not the first time I have rented equipment from South Island SUP or have gone on a group tour with Brian. It has been a fantastic experience every time. Highly recommended if you want to experience Victoria from the water.
Written August 17, 2020
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SafarSurfer101
Victoria, Canada9 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Brian is a fantastic instructor. I highly recommend him if you’re looking for a SUP surf lesson.
It was my first time trying. I met Brian at Jordan River. He had high quality equipment and was obviously super knowledgeable. We started on the beach, then in calm waters, and an hour later I was catching waves. I’ll definitely paddle out with Brian again!
It was my first time trying. I met Brian at Jordan River. He had high quality equipment and was obviously super knowledgeable. We started on the beach, then in calm waters, and an hour later I was catching waves. I’ll definitely paddle out with Brian again!
Written January 6, 2020
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Awesome meeting and enjoying a beautiful morning on the water with you. Congrats on your new SUP skills. And thanks for sharing awesome photos. See you on the water soon.
Written January 7, 2020
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