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Paddle a short route across Waquoit Bay to the Kool Beans Ice Cream Boat for a sweet treat on the water. This two-hour, family-friendly SUP tour out of Mashpee welcomes beginners and includes gear and one frozen treat per participant.
Paddle a short route across Waquoit Bay to the Kool Beans Ice Cream Boat for a sweet treat on the water. This two-hour, family-friendly SUP tour out of Mashpee welcomes beginners and includes gear and one frozen treat per participant.
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Operated by Peace Love SUP · Mashpee, Massachusetts
Set out from the Great River Boat Ramp in Mashpee and glide across the sheltered waters of Waquoit Bay on the Ice Cream SUP Tour, a two-hour family-friendly paddle that ends with a sugary reward afloat. Located on Cape Cod’s southeastern shore in Mashpee and Falmouth, Waquoit Bay is an estuarine reserve of salt marsh channels, eelgrass flats, and tidal creeks that support a surprising diversity of wildlife. The tour is aimed at paddlers ages eight and up and welcomes beginners, making it an ideal afternoon for families, first-timers, and anyone who likes a low-effort outdoor social.
The trip starts with a brief orientation and equipment check; boards, leashes, and PFDs are included, and guides lead a calm paddle across shallow water toward the Kool Beans Ice Cream Boat. The view shifts from tree-lined riverbanks to open bay, where flat sandbars, fiddler crab tracks, and stands of eelgrass appear under clear water. Keep an eye out for ospreys banking overhead, common terns darting for baitfish, and diamondback terrapin slipping through the marsh grasses.
What makes this outing special is the simple joy of combining stand-up paddling with an anchored ice cream social. Guides offer basic stroke and safety coaching so novices can relax while navigating gentle tides. The group size is small—maximum eight paddlers—so the pace stays unhurried and friendly. Pricing covers all paddleboard equipment and one sweet treat per participant; there’s also a BYOB option for paddlers who prefer to bring their own board.
Beyond dessert, the Ice Cream SUP Tour offers a practical introduction to Cape Cod’s estuarine ecology. Guides point out eelgrass beds that host juvenile fish, saltmarsh plants that filter nutrients, and the tidal dynamics that shaped local coves. For families, the route is compact enough for kids to stay engaged without long stretches of open water, and the boat ramp meeting point in Mashpee keeps logistics simple for vehicle parking and pick-up.
Bring sun protection, water, and a sense of curiosity—this paddle is part nature lesson, part neighborhood hangout on the water. Whether you’re visiting Cape Cod for beach time or a longer outdoor itinerary, the Ice Cream SUP Tour on Waquoit Bay is a memorable, low-risk way to experience the bay’s quiet habitats and finish your paddle with a cold treat floating on the tide.
Reservations are made through the local operator (see booking link), groups launch from the Great River Boat Ramp with a brief skills session, and tours typically run two hours including transit. The combination of shallow water navigation, views of marsh flora like glasswort, plus the novelty of grabbing a treat from an ice cream boat makes for a classic local Cape Cod experience that sticks with kids and parents.
Minimum age is 8; the tour is designed for families and beginners, though younger kids must be competent on the water and supervised.
No—guides provide a basic orientation and coaching suitable for first-timers.
All paddleboard equipment (board, leash, PFD) and one ice cream or frozen treat per participant are included in the standard rate.
Yes—there’s a BYOB option at a reduced rate that still includes one treat.
Tours are subject to cancellation or rescheduling for high winds or unsafe conditions; check with the operator for last-minute changes.
Launch access is via a boat ramp with limited accessibility; contact the operator ahead of time to discuss accommodations.
Peace Love SUP is a Mashpee, Massachusetts-based paddle sports outfitter specializing in stand-up paddleboard and kayak rentals, guided tours, SUP yoga, private events, and fat-bike experiences on Cape Cod. The business provides delivered gear for half-day, full-day, three-day, and one-week rentals, plus guided two-hour SUP tours, sunset paddles, and a family-friendly Ice Cream SUP Tour. Local guides deliver boards, paddles, safety equipment, and route recommendations tailored to skill level and tidal conditions. Tours and rentals emphasize safety, accessibility, and local knowledge. Guides offer beginner-friendly instruction, on-water coaching, and customizable routes through calm bays, marshes, and tidal flats where guests can spot ospreys and explore scenic shorelines. Peace Love SUP supports self-guided exploration with delivered gear and clear orientation briefings for guests who prefer independent outings. Equipment is appropriate for all ages and skill levels, and staff provide tide-aware route planning to ensure safe, enjoyable paddling on Cape Cod’s varied waterways. The business caters to families, solo paddlers, and groups seeking relaxed outdoor activity with minimal logistics. As a local operator based in Mashpee, Peace Love SUP leverages intimate knowledge of Cape Cod waterways to design accessible, memorable experiences. The focus on delivered rentals, guided tours, and customizable events makes it easy for visitors to enjoy paddleboarding and kayaking without hassle. Bookings are available seasonally with flexible start times and online reservations.
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