The Original Downtown Nashville Paddle Tour

Only in Nashville can you ride a paddle board right through downtown, combining a nature high with skyline views!

Head down the Cumberland River and catch views of Riverfront Park and other Nashville sights. Your guide gives brief instructions and includes all necessary equipment, making this tour suitable for newbies and experienced paddlers alike.

  • We provide the shuttle to the drop off point from downtown, all safety equipment and a SUP and Kayak 101 basics instruction.
  • We also provide complimentary water and sunscreen.
  • Just show up and we take care of the rest!
  • Fit in a fun outdoor activity without leaving the city
  • Groups of 6 or more automatically receive 10% off at checkout.

 

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SUP Yoga & Fitness Classes

Our SUP Yoga & Fitness classes are fun and challenging!

Spend some time in nature, disconnect from technology, and cherish the day with friends and family. Our SUP fitness and yoga sessions build self confidence, improve flexibility and promote weight loss. Meet new friends this summer all while basking in the sunshine on the water!

This is a great opportunity to switch up your fitness routine and try something new (keep your body guessing).

  • Our instructors give class members a SUP basics instruction and safety brief
  • We provide transportation to the drop off location and all of the equipment for the class.

 

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Big Willie’s Summer Camp

Our curriculum includes a week long, full day of exciting water sports, hikes, outdoor education, crafts, history, water conservation education, activities, sports and camp favorites.

  • Our program is for kids ages 10-16 that are adventurous and would like to build confidence and challenge themselves
  • We have experienced instructors that provide personalized instruction and coaching with a 1:5 instructor to student ratio
  • We also provide lunch and two snacks per day
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Reviews

“Enjoyable. exciting and relaxing trip. Blue herons swooping beneath Music City skyline. Professional guide was a real Yoga artist!”
RONALD WILSON
“We purchased this tour through the Sightseeing Pass. which we had chosen specifically because they offered this tour. and we had the best time on our SUP trip! It was the highlight of our visit to Nashville. Super easy to learn! The views are gorgeous. and the river is amazing. Can’t wait to see the pictures our guide was able to take. which is such a nice bonus they offer. Loved. loved. loved it!”
HEATHER SCHROEDER
“The guy from Big Willies who did the tour with us was great. He was personable and fun. It was a first time kayaking for me so I was nervous. Especially since I’m afraid of the water. It was a beautiful day for it and even if there had been a downpour I think I still would have had a good time. It was just a very enjoyable experience and I’m definitely going to do it again. Maybe next time Ill try the stand up paddle board…”
NATALIE HEALEY
“From start (booking the date/time) to finishing our SUP experience. everything went smoothly and personnel were awesome. We felt very safe on the river with our guide who was very experienced and knowkedgable. Will definitely recommend your activity to anyone that we hear is headed to Nashville. Thank you to everyone for making our experience so much fun!!”
TERRY HASSON
“It was a fun experience I would definitely do again. The guys who run it make you feel very comfortable. I’ve never done anything like this before on the water, but it was easy for beginners.”
ROBERT BROCK
“Took a group of guys to Nashville to celebrate a bachelor party. and we all loved it. Did the 10 am kayaking tour, and finished around 1230. Beautiful view of downtown at the end of the tour, and perfect way to relax after a night of going out in the town.”
CALEB REINHARDT
“Big Willies paddle board tour was a ton of fun. The owners and guides were super friendly and there to ensure everybody had a great time. Paddle boarding the Cumberland was a great time and had some amazing views of the city. If you’re looking to have some a variety of fun in Nashville. this is the way to go.”
RYAN HOOD
“Went paddle boarding with a group of friends Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend when Big Willie’s wasn’t even running any tours that day but they were so nice and made an exception since it was the only day we were able to do it! Derek was awesome and the whole experience was a lot of fun! I would definitely recommend Big Willie’s for anyone looking to do something cool in Nashville.”
RACHEL R. SAN DIEGO, CA
“This is one of the best things we have done in Nashville so far! So much fun. I was a little nervous doing stand up paddle boarding for the first time but instructors where great. I would highly recommend”
JESSICA RAE
“Had such a great Sunday on the river with these guys for my 1st paddle boarding experience The guys that own the company were so down to earth. The view on the tour is amazing and shows you Nashville in a diff view! Can’t wait to go again!”
ROBIN SEAY
“We had a group of 10 girls head down to Nashville for a bachelorette party and kayaking the Cumberland river was a great idea! I’m so glad we went with Big Willie’s!!! We all would totally do this again!!”
SAMANTHA NAPOLEON
“This was an AMAZING experience will be back and I would suggest this to anyone looking for something fun and different to do in Nashville!!”
PHAYDRA C. CLARKSVILLE, TN
“I went paddle boarding on 7-21-18 @ 10 am and had a blast. Strong wind on the river but we pushed through. Everyone was so awesome. Even had the founder and his wife join us in the group. Very well run and they even took great pics of everyone. I highly recommend. Thank you so much for a great time .”
RICH HARDWAY
“We had so much fun paddleboarding! The majority of our group were beginners, and it was super easy to get up and enjoy the paddleboarding experience. We all loved it! Thanks Derek and Jon!”
GILLIAN P. LAS VEGAS, NV

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