What to Buy for a SUP Tour

A SUP tour needs more than boards and paddles. You will also need water-safe storage, safety equipment, drinks, food, and a simple setup for the meal afterward. Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, plus water for the full route and extra snacks for the rest stop. The checklist below covers the equipment and supplies to buy or bring, while the tips highlight items that are easy to forget or arrange too late.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

SUP boardsqty 12
SUP paddlesqty 12
Life jacketsqty 14
Ankle bandsqty 12
Waterproof phone pouchesqty 4
Dry bagsqty 6
Spare paddleqty 2
Rescue line
Swimming buoysqty 2
Waterproof route mapsqty 2

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 3
Folding chairsqty 14
Picnic blanketqty 3
Parasolsqty 2

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 16
Reusable bowlsqty 16
Reusable cupsqty 24
Reusable cutleryqty 24
Serving plattersqty 6
Serving spoonsqty 4

Equipment

Gas barbecue
Gas cylinder
Coolersqty 3
Bluetooth speaker

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knifeqty 2
Barbecue tongsqty 2
Aluminum foilqty 2
Ice packsqty 12

Lighting

LED light stringsqty 3
Lanternsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 3
Handwashing sink
Table sweepersqty 2
First aid kit

Catering

Groceries
- Beef hamburgers - 24 pieces
- Vegetarian burgers - 6 pieces
- Chicken skewers - 24 pieces
- Vegetarian vegetable skewers - 12 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 24 pieces
- Baguettes - 4 pieces
- Herb butter - 4 tubs
- Mixed salad - 1.5 kilos
- Cucumbers - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 1 kilo
- Bell peppers - 6 pieces
- Red onions - 4 pieces
- Corn on the cob - 12 pieces
- Potato salad - 2 kilos
- Pasta salad - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 3 tubs
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 tin
- Black pepper - 1 canister
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Garlic powder - 1 canister
- Paprika chips - 3 bags
- Plain chips - 3 bags
- Snacks - 2 bags
- Water - 24 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 12 bottles
- Cola - 4 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Lemonade - 3 bottles
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Ginger beer - 2 bottles
- Alcohol-free beer - 12 bottles
- Beer - 36 bottles
- White wine - 3 bottles
- Rosé - 3 bottles
- Ice cubes - 8 bags
- Brownies - 24 pieces
- Watermelons - 2 pieces
- Grapes - 2 kilos
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 1 box
- Milk - 4 liters
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Paper napkins - 3 packs
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 2 bottles
- BBQ firelighters - 2 packs

Tips

Pack one life jacket and one ankle band per participant, then bring a spare paddle and a rescue line for the group. Check the rental contents before the tour day rather than assuming every item is included.
Use one waterproof phone pouch per person who may need to carry a phone, and provide dry bags for valuables, food, and spare clothing. Put route maps in waterproof sleeves so they remain readable on the water.
Allow about 1 litre of drinking water per person for a half-day tour, in addition to other drinks. Chill the drinks before departure and keep them in coolers with ice packs rather than relying on a late shopping trip.
For a picnic of 10 people, bring at least 10 reusable plates, bowls, cups, and sets of cutlery, plus two serving platters and two serving spoons. Pack cutting boards, a chef’s knife, barbecue tongs, and aluminum foil together so food preparation does not depend on finding kitchen supplies on site.
Bring enough seating for the expected group instead of assuming everyone will sit on the picnic blanket. Put parasols and LED light strings in the transport plan early; they are commonly forgotten when attention goes to the boards and safety gear.

Frequently asked questions

How much water do I need for a SUP tour?: Allow about 1 litre of water per person for a half-day tour, and more in hot weather. Add separate drinks for the picnic and keep the water in coolers or dry bags where it is easy to reach.
What safety equipment should I bring for a SUP tour?: Plan one life jacket and one ankle band per participant. Also bring a rescue line, swimming buoys, waterproof route maps, and at least one spare paddle for the group.
How many snacks and drinks do I need per person?: Plan two to three drinks per person for the first hour, then add water for the rest of the route. Bring at least one portable snack per person for the rest stop, plus extra portions for delays or higher-than-expected exertion.
When should I buy food and chill the drinks for a SUP tour?: Buy non-perishable supplies at least 1–2 days beforehand and shop for fresh food no later than the day before. Chill drinks overnight and pack coolers with ice packs immediately before leaving.

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