Windsurfing & Sailing
 
 
Captain Dick's, Business Highway 17, at Myrtle Beach South Strand and Murrells Inlet (tel. 866/557-FISH or 843/651-3676), has cruises that offer stunning views of the Grand Strand. The Saltwater Marsh Explorer Adventure is a 2 1/2-hour ecology trip that allows you to see marine life in its true element. Rates are $19 for adults and $11 for children 12 and under. The "Cruising the Beach" Ocean Sightseeing Cruise along the coast of Myrtle Beach wraps up the trip with a sunset at sea. Rates are $16 for adults and $6 for children ages 6 to 12 (free for children under 6).
You can rent windsurfers at Sail and Ski, 515 Hwy. 501, Myrtle Beach (tel. 843/626-7245), from April to September.
 
     
 
Water Sports
 
 
A family-oriented business, Adventure Water Sports will hook you up with jet ski rentals, sports boats, kayaks, and other equipment. Boat rentals range from $250 to $350 for a half-day or $400 to $600 for a full day. Kayak rentals begin at $35 for a single. A $100 credit card deposit is required for jet ski rentals, a $400 credit card deposit for sports boats. The outfitter is open daily 9am to 7pm at its main office at 3947 B Hwy. 544 in Myrtle Beach (tel. 843/444-2969).