Adventure Near Arcadian One
Myrtle Beach has more going on than the beach. Jet boats on the Intracoastal, parasailing 200 feet over the water, zip lines through a five-acre forest, dolphin watches out of Murrells Inlet. It's all within a short drive of the resort. Here's what's worth your time.
Thrill Seeker Jet Boat Ride
A 900-horsepower jet boat tears through the Intracoastal Waterway at North Myrtle Beach. High-speed turns, spray, and a lot of noise. Book at thrillseekermb.com. Located at 2201 Little River Neck Road, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.
Express Watersports
Scuba diving, free diving, ocean sightseeing, and dolphin watch cruises out of Murrells Inlet. Good for a half-day on the water. Book at expresswatersports.com. Located at 4042 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
Wacca Wache Marina
Airboat tours through the Waccamaw River. You'll see the local ecosystem from water level, moving fast. Book at waccawachemarina.com. Located at 1950 Wachesaw Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
Radical Ropes Adventure Park
Aerial ropes course, extreme zip lines, a 60-foot climbing wall, and a free-fall drop, all inside a five-acre forest. Good for a few hours. Book at radicalropes.com. Located at 301 19th Ave S, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
SkyWheel Myrtle Beach
A 200-foot Ferris wheel right on the boardwalk with climate-controlled gondolas. The views up the coast are worth it, especially at dusk. Book at skywheelmb.com. Located at 1110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Parasail Express
Parasailing 200 feet above the ocean off Murrells Inlet. You're up there long enough to see the whole coastline. Book at parasailexpress.com. Located at 4042 Hwy 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
Pirate's Voyage Dinner & Show
High divers, aerialists, and sword fights over a four-course dinner. Loud, theatrical, and genuinely fun for all ages. Book at piratesvoyage.com. Located at 8907 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572.
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Jousting knights, horsemanship, and a feast served without utensils. A full evening out. Book at medievaltimes.com. Located at 2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579.
Blue Wave Adventures Dolphin Watch Tour
Small-boat dolphin watching out of Murrells Inlet. Closer to the water than the big tour boats, which makes a difference. Book at bluewaveadventures.com. Located at 4123 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
River Island Adventures
Kayaking, tubing, pontoon tours, and an escape challenge on the Waccamaw River. Good for a half-day away from the beach. Book at riverislandadventures.net. Located at 1249 Vera Rd, Longs, SC 29568.
