My friend invited me here and I didn't know what to expect since I'm not the most athletic person…read moreplus I can't swim! I was a bit nervous about the whole experience given my lack of swimming skills. We arrived at the dock and were greeted by Clare who gave us a waiver to fill out and then went over the instructions, she also attached life vests on our paddles since I was concerned about the water. The water was very calm which instantly made me feel more comfortable, Clare gave us very simple instructions and had such an easy going attitude that I volunteered to go out first! She also explained that the water was quite shallow and even though I'm only 5 feet tall, I would be fine if I fell in. It was a small group of 3 so she was able to provide guidance to everyone. We had a great time gliding on the water and looking around the tall grass surrounding us. We stopped for a bit on the beach and Clare took pictures of us which was nice since we left our phones in the car. Everyone had a great time, if you're considering trying stand up paddleboarding then you should definitely try this place. We also met Joe at the end of the lesson and he was super nice. I can't stress enough how awesome Clare was! Overall we had a great time and with the affordable prices look forward to our next visit!

Used a groupon for a 75-minute SUP rental. Overall a solid experience, but I do not think I'll be…read moreback again. Reserving was a hassle, and my friend said that the guy booking was not the most pleasant and cooperative. Location is great, in a marina with plenty of parking and a waterway that leads to the ocean. I wish the area we could explore was larger though. They gave us boards (which were quite wide and sturdy) and paddles, but neither were configured to the individual, everyone got the same of everything. Life jackets were not even given to us, I just saw them hanging on the side of the dock and grabbed one because I like to be extra safe on the water. That to me was a red flag that safety wasn't a high concern to this company. We were told some rules to follow as there were some jetty formations to avoid, and we were on our way. Quite relaxing on the waterway, and it was nice to be able to stop at a small beach right before the ocean. A guided group was going on at the same time, 2 of them went in the water the same time us. However when the other 2 of the group arrived, they made the first 2 people wait in the water - a little odd to me that they wouldn't wait for everyone to arrive before beginning. Both the owner and assistant were pleasant and helpful, but compared to other companies this was just ok. A great deal with the groupon though.

What an amazing first experience! For years I've been wanting to try this place out and we finally…read moredid. We rented paddle boards for a great fee. They gave great information upon booking the reservation on the phone. Parking was very easy but depending what time you go I'd go sooner for parking! The women who checked us in was very sweet. She explained everything to us. She told us where to go and how to stay safe. The man who got us on the boards was equally as nice. He gave us a quick course on how to use the boards. The boards were much easy than I thought. I felt secure and got the hang of it pretty quickly. We paddled to an amazing area with a waterfall and past some beautiful houses and shoreline. I loved that you could kneel , lay , stand and just float in the water. It was definitely a fun day and I can't wait to do it again.

This has become a summer tradition; have been both kayaking and SUP. Went out on the water again…read moretoday and truly enjoyed taking in the beautiful scenery and just being out on the water on a blistering hot day. They've got an informative video if you're unfamiliar with the area and they're always happy to give you pointers. Sign up is easy. Equipment is clean and in good condition. The other folks out on the water are always so nice as well helping one another out with pictures...it's a great clientele. Do yourself a favor and go out and enjoy all that is summertime!

Such a great value add to Fire Island activities. Being able to charter a boat with friends for a…read morefew hours, get on a paddle board or ride the fat tire bike really changes the dynamic, in a good way, for day time activities. Captain Keith was fun, knowledgeable and extremely professional when he took our group out for a day cruise. Can't wait to do it again next year!!!!

Our big family had a great time with Fire Island VIP! Keith was a great captain who took us on the…read morebanana boat and fishing. They have a small boat that can accommodate 6 people for fishing. He was able to take 6 for a banana boat ride while 2 sat in the boat and took pictures. We had 11 people for the banana boat so he made 2 trips for us. Everyone had a great time from the youngest (5 yrs.) to grandma and grandpa. Keith was so accommodating to all the needs of our large group and everyone liked him so much. My husband and boys went fishing and caught a couple fluke. The boys were excited to catch a couple of crabs and robinfish as well. We definitely felt like VIPs and we will only use Fire Island VIP for our yearly vacation from now on! Thanks for a great time we all thought it was awesome!

So happy I found this rental shop! We decided to rental paddle boards for a Sunday afternoon and…read morespoke with Mary. She was so friendly and explained exactly how to get to the location. Parking wasn't an issue for us which was great. The paddle boards were amazing quality, great stability and very comfortable to stand/sit on. I loved that we were able to bring a small lunch bag on with us without it falling off the board. She had a map for us on hand so we knew where we were going since it was our first time in this area. We paddled through the canal which was much calmer and a lot to see. We came out by Bayard and just floated around before heading back. No issue. It was pretty straight forward to go there and back. She has merch back at the trailer which looked very cute. I would definitely rent again ! Great day.

I would highly recommend Moku Loa Paddle Tribe to anyone with Paddleboarding needs!…read more I had my first ever paddleboard lesson with them last week. I was nervous about losing my balance especially due to a recent concussion. The instructor really put me at ease and walked me through everything. With her guidance, I was able to learn how to correctly stand up, hold my paddle, balance, and maneuver the board. As an elementary teacher myself, I really admired my instructor's knowledge, patience, and ability to predict my needs before they even came up. I enjoyed it so much I came back for a second lesson with my husband! He caught up to my abilities extremely quickly! And this time, I was really able to take in the scenery and the beautiful area Moku Loa is based out of. The Oakdale Yacht Club itself feels like a vacation resort, but on the paddleboard you really get a chance to immerse yourself in the tranquil landscape. Seriously, the shoreline is absolutely gorgeous, not to mention the different wildlife we saw while paddling. Eventually, I made it to the Connetquot River and was able to take a quick swim before paddling back in! Just an amazing and fun day here on Long Island! Again, I would definitely recommend Moku Loa Paddle Tribe to anyone with Paddleboarding needs. And also for those of us who could just use a tranquil and refreshing break :)

Lisa E. and I were recently gifted with a used tandem 14.5 foot tandem kayak. Lisa is cautious,…read morewhere as I am hellbent. Seeking to ease her into a passion for paddling , I sought out a group experience on calm waters. Safe was the operative word. I saw a social media posting for a guided tour of the Connetquot charging a small fee for dropping in your own vessel. They run this tour weekend days. Until November. There was a group of about 17, some with their own kayaks or SUPs, others rented from the business. Rob provided great direction, was informative , and a genial host. Lisa and I probably had time during the 2 hours to have small conversations with everyone in the group. The canals and river were so easy to navigate, scenic, tranquil, even with some light powerboat traffic. Not an abundance of wildlife but we had a great close encounter with a great blue heron. We are probably comfortable doing this without guidance now, but might choose to join up again for the group experience! Check it out while the weather is fine and the waters are warm! P.S. - I fell out of the boat before we even launched. Looked the fool in front of all but that just started the day off with laughter.

5 stars, I highly recommend kayaking the Connetquot River with Connetquot River Kayaking. It's…read moreone of the best kayaking experiences I've had. Went kayaking with some friends today and we all had a wonderful time. The service and equipment was great, the guide was enthusiastic, friendly and informative, the scenery was spectacular and we saw incredible wildlife.

My husband and I are fortunate enough to live in Southampton. As a result we have the opportunity…read moreto host many family members and friends. This summer we had more than one family reunion with multiple adults and children of ages ranging from 3 years to 19 years old. The highlight of each event was providing them with the opportunity to participate in Eric's Camp and they're still talking about the awesome experience. Simply witnessing Eric's red kayaks out on the water is such a joyful experience but his and his staff member's skills make this an adventure not to be missed! They are very knowledgable and organized and afford their guests exposure to marine wildlife and the natural world that can't be missed! Eric has a truly unique personality and a gift for engaging people of all ages in the special beauty of the waterways to which we have access. Don't miss the opportunity for you and your children to share in this matchless adventure!

East End Explorer is the BEST camp! Our son loved exploring the beautiful East End with Eric and…read morehis team. All team members are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, patient and fun. You can tell how passionate everyone is to spread the joy of this program! When your child can't stop talking about their day and asking when they can go back, you know you picked the right camp! Highly recommend.

My 13-year old nephew and I had a great time on our 2-hour tour with Joe. My nephew was I…read morefirst-time kayaker, and Joe patiently taught him the ins and outs of getting around. Joe was also very knowledgeable about the geography, wildlife, and history of the area. Our next trip is already booked!

What a great experience we had with JK Kayak and SUP. This was our first time kayaking and we…read morewere in great hands with Joe and Connor. The website provided all the information we needed to be prepared for our adventure. Upon arrival, Joe and Connor got us fitted with our safety vests and our kayaks and then gave us lessons on how to use the paddle, get in/out of the kayak and provided general navigation and waterway guidance; from there we were off and loving life! We kayaked in Cold Spring Harbor just behind the lab and had an awesome time. It was so relaxing and quiet as we glided across the water. Joe led us in the front and Connor picked up the rear so we always felt safe and in good hands. Since this was our first time, we opted for a 1hour lesson/tour and Joe told us that most of his customers, at the end of the tour, say they wanted more time. We all felt the same way and can't wait to go back. If you're thinking about kayaking... go for it and definitely do it with JK Kayak & SUP. You won't be disappointed. Thanks Joe and Connor for such a fun afternoon!!!

Rating Eek! Methinks not…read more Unprofessional experience. Purchased Groupons for the 30 minute experience. The phone for the company number goes directly to voicemail. After weeks of failed attempts to make contact I decided to email them. After several back and forth emails over the course of a few days (they only send responses in the middle of the night) I requested someone call me directly to book an appointment because I was told that time slots available on the website were actually NOT available. I never heard back despite continued follow up. When contacting Groupon to put in a claim I was advised there were many complaints for the same reason. Don't waste your energy.

They are scam artists. Bought my husband a 30 minute Groupon session as a birthday gift. I have…read morebeen calling for 3 months but their business phone which appears to be a cell phone is not accepting calls and they refuse to answer emails. I had to finally contact Groupon for a full refund. Groupon told me they have had nothing but issues with them not honoring purchases. Buyer beware.

This was a highlight of our bougie Bachelorette party in Montauk! We rented our own private…read morecatamaran for six people for three hours. It was about $700+ after fees, tip, etc, and it was totally worth it. Our captain, Mason, was super cool. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and we felt comfortable being really annoying and weird in front of him. The sail itself was just a short ride in the bay, where we anchored close to a beach. We loved dancing on the boat, trying out the SUP board (included), basically chugging our BYOB drinks (no hard liquor allowed on board), taking pics lounging in the net, gawking at the yachts, and pretending the pool noodles were seahorses that we were riding. Bachelorette stuff! I think we had the Mon Mini boat, probably the smallest option. Included: one SUP board, bluetooth speaker, cooler, two pool noodles, the captain.

I booked the 26' catamaran for a Friday sunset cruise from 5-7pm. The catamaran was larger than I…read moreexpected. Also, the bean bag chairs were very comfortable compared to other boats. They provided two Yeti coolers and a Bluetooth speaker for music which was nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They helped take pictures for our group and the sailing was very smooth. I would definitely book again, probably earlier in the summer for the 3 hour cruise to be able to do the paddleboarding.