My husband and I rented kayaks from this business this morning (Sunday). We found them via Google,…read moreand then researched them on heir Facebook page. I called yesterday afternoon to inquire on the rental procedure and spoke to one of the owners. I was told that they operate from sun up to sun down. Single person kayaks are $35 for the entire day, and two sweaters are $70 for the day. Cash only. They provide oars and life vests. We got there around 9:00 this morning and were greeted promptly by one second owner (husband/wife team) as he was assigning two other customers. We were soon on our way after paying and reviewing the area map. They take the kayaks down the road to a launch site. You park there, across the street. When you are down you call them to have the kayaks picked up. It's very close, so there isn't a long wait. We had never been kayaking before but, as they reassured us, it was easy to catch on. You start out in the bay and can head out to Deer Island or explore other waterways. We chose to head toward Deer Island. We didn't make it, lol. We probably had another half hour or so to go before we threw in the towel and turned around. For our first time we did pretty darn good. When we started out there weren't any boats out, but headed back people were getting out. We didn't have any issues traversing the paths of the boats, though fighting the wakes was something else for us newbies. There is plenty to see while you are out. We saw plenty of pelicans flying and diving for fish, we saw fishing jumping out of the water, and we saw several dolphins. We also saw something that resembled a dolphin...but looked a little different than a dolphin. It was at that point I turned around and headed back to my husband, lol. I'm not saying for certain it was what we're pretty sure it was...but.... The couple that owns this business are both incredibly nice and accommodating. They have been in operation for a little over a year, I believe. The kayaks were nice and in good shape, and they were very prompt with the drop off and pick up. I feel like price we paid was fair, especially considering that it is for the entire day. They suggest you bring a bag with drinks and snacks. Definitely bring sunscreen, and a hat wouldn't hurt. We brought ziplock baggies for our phones and car keys, but I would invest in one of those dry plastic bags that you can hang around your neck. I would also take towels next time. Totally didn't think about that. Bathroom. I only saw one port-a-potty along our way, so I'm really not sure how bathroom needs are met. Also, I asked about bringing our Pomeranian in the future and was told that they've had people have brought their dog before.

Owned by a nice, friendly couple. My friend and my dog and I had a great time renting kayaks and…read morekayaked to Deer Island. The couple gave us great advice on how to get there and even recommended a local place for great food after we were done! Definitely would recommend them to anyone looking for a fun outdoors adventure with great views. cost $35 per kayak and cash only since they are a mom and pop shop

As a newb river and canoeing enthusiast, I was impressed by BD's easygoing and helpful demeanor,…read morevast knowledge of the landscape, safety first attitude, professionalism, preparedness, and desire to connect us to nature. This is perfect for people who want to really get away from everything for a few days -- no cell reception out there, btw -- and don't mind putting in a little physical effort to get there.

I've been on two trips with Brian and both were phenomenal. I'm from Louisiana but spent years…read morecamping and hiking in the northeast, I've found these canoeing trips to be the best way to access the wild places down south. You get to experience places youd never access by land. Brian keeps the mood Fun and prepares amazing meals. It's some of the most comfortable camping I've ever done. I highly recommend

Great locally owned shop on Gulf Port Lake! We wanted to do something active with the kids and it…read morewas the perfect day for paddle boarding with low wind and lots of clouds. The owner, Dan, was super friendly and informative for first timers! We rented two boards and our girls ages 5 and 7 sat on the front of the boards. We swam and played on the lake for a few hours and enjoyed the serine atmosphere. The kids eventually got brave enough to stand up and paddle too. We would definitely return!

From the owner: Wut Sup Paddle Boards specializes in water fun rentals SUP(standup paddle board) kayak , pontoon…read moreboats , jet skis, & bikes. We offer free lessons with all rentals. We are the Mississippi Coasts original paddle board shop & the only one with water access directly from our shop! We have certified World Paddle Assn. & Paddlefit instructors on staff. We offer guided tours or can send you on one of our mapped routes. We have weekly events that include sun set paddles with outdoor movie, weekly races, kids summer camps, dragon boat race training, pontoon boat rentals, and jet ski tours . We are home of the Supsquatch which is a paddleboard capable of holding up to eight people. Our staff is friendly, knowledgeable, & loves teaching and making sure everyone has FUN!

Really not helpful, we're on market for a bike and was spending 4K on 2 and they couldn't be…read morebothered. Find another option, they have a going out of business on building and I can see why. Don't waste your time

Amazing service!…read more Replaced the tires and tubes on a wheelchair while I waited. Very reasonable price. I brought the wrong size tubes, and they popped when installed. But they put their own tubes in at no charge since they didn't spot it beforehand! OMG! I mentioned I needed a tire pressure gauge because my car's TPMS light was on. And they checked and added air to my car tires at no charge!! I still bought the gauge to keep in the glove compartment. Highly recommend this place!!

I came for the hummingbird festival. I have been wanting to visit for some time now, but once I saw…read morethat they were having a hummingbird festival, I decided that it was a good time to come. On the small side. About two dozen or so vendors selling goods and wares, several food trucks, and several informational booths with wildlife conservation information. It was all quite lovely.

Was expecting more. Nice little dock area opens on the water with marsh around. Possible to see a…read morelot of birds, but not as target rich as I was expecting. It was mid Oct still warm would have expected the birds out feeding in the marsh area. There were some smaller birds about a dozen off in the distance. Did see a cool raccoon in a hallowed out tree. Few squirrels running around and some butterflies. The building area is nice, good hands on stuff for the kids and some tanks with snakes, turtles, etc. Overall, I wouldn't come back. It peaceful and nice to set and look for birds, but guess I'm used to S FL. If this was down home the place would have been full of birds and other wildlife. If you have kids and looking for something to do stop end otherwise if you're birding find a better spot.

super kind crew and saw a lot of dolphins! my kids and us had a great time! We felt very safe and…read moretaken care of.

Listen up, Biloxi crew if you're just holing up in the casinos, stuffing your face at buffets, and…read morenever stepping foot on the sand or a boat, you're straight-up robbing yourself and disrespecting the good people of the Gulf Coast. Come on, y'all! This ain't what Biloxi is about. I rolled into town ready for some real adventure, and after chatting with locals (who know their stuff), they all pointed me straight to Ship Island Excursions. Best decision I made the whole trip. The boat ride out? Pure magic. About an hour across the sound, wind in my hair, and that captain man, what a character! He had us cracking up the whole way with his stories, pointing out dolphins like it was no big deal (spoiler: it was a big deal flipper squad escorted us like VIPs). The narration was gold: history, wildlife, tall tales, the works. Felt like we were in on some secret Gulf adventure. Once we hit Ship Island, it was game on. White sand beaches that look like they belong in the Caribbean, crystal-clear water way better than the mainland, and that old Fort Massachusetts to poke around in. I rented a chair and umbrella, plopped down, and let the sun do its thing. But let's be real I couldn't just sit still. Me and a couple new buddies from the boat got up to some harmless shenanigans: epic shell-hunting contests, splashing around like kids, trying (and failing) to build the world's saddest sandcastle before the tide won. One guy swore he saw a mermaid; I didn't argue. We were all just living our best lives, laughing our heads off. The whole vibe is chill but electric the crew keeps everything smooth, the people are friendly as heck, and you feel like you're part of something special. Pro tip: Pack snacks or hit the concession stand, but don't miss the ride back more dolphin sightings and that golden-hour glow over the water. If you're in Biloxi and you skip this, you're cheating yourself out of one of the top "had to do it" experiences on the coast. Casinos are fun, but this? This is the real deal. Boat cruise + beach escape + good folks + zero regrets. 10/10, do it every time you're here. Ship Island Excursions just earned a permanent spot on my Mississippi must-list. Can't wait to go back and cause more (friendly) trouble out there!