4.4-Rated Hotels Near 水辺荘 | 横浜SUP（サップ）ツアー

Yokohama Mizube-so Resort is the perfect base for SUP adventures, with nearby options like Marriott Yokohama Bay Area and Otsuka Hotel Yokohama offering direct SUP rental services and guided excursions. Just a 10-minute drive leads to the Yokohama SUP Base along the Yokohama Port and Sakuramachi Wharf, where you can enjoy serene paddling on calm waters. Some rooms feature private balconies ideal for early-morning or sunset stand-up paddleboarding, while professional instructors guide guests through basic techniques, yoga on water, and eco-tours highlighting local marine life.

From Mizube-so, take the free shuttle bus (6 daily departures) directly to the Yokohama Port Seaside Park SUP Base, a mere 15-minute ride. For independent travelers, use Google Maps to navigate to "Yokohama Port Seaside Garden", then follow the Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 promenade for about 300 meters—well-marked SUP rental stations and safety signs are clearly visible. The center provides full gear including waterproof bags, life vests, and flotation vests, with Chinese-language guides available. Ideal for beginners and families, the tour includes basic technique training, and participants can refuel afterward with seafood bento boxes or cold coffee drinks at the on-site café.

Beyond SUP, visitors can enjoy unique experiences such as nighttime luminous HopeGoo tours with illuminated boats, intertidal zone eco-expeditions during low tide to spot crabs and shellfish, and family-friendly fishing sessions with lightweight rod kits. There’s also a floating photography workshop led by professional photographers teaching how to capture mirror reflections and golden hour lighting on water—perfect for enthusiasts. All activities are guided by certified instructors with bilingual support, ensuring safety and enjoyment. Some packages include local cuisine lunch and handmade souvenirs, making your experience truly memorable.

Suggested schedule: After breakfast at Mizube-so by 8:30 AM, take the shuttle bus to Yokohama Port Seaside Park for a beginner SUP lesson starting at 9:00 AM (gear and instruction included). Enjoy a seafood sandwich and chilled green tea at 11:00 AM. At 1:30 PM, join an intertidal eco-guided tour led by a naturalist to explore local marine life. Wrap up by 4:00 PM with a stroll through Minato Mirai 21, shop for handmade souvenirs, or visit the Yokohama Marine Tower Observation Deck for panoramic views. All activities are accessible via shuttle service, with Chinese commentary, making it ideal for all ages and combining education with relaxation.