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Riverside Romance: Kayaks, Paint & Sip, and Gourmet S’mores on a Private Island
A Valentine’s glamping package near Longs from River Island Adventures that pairs a couples paint‑and‑sip, a Mission BBQ dinner, a river transfer to a 48‑acre private island, and fireside gourmet s’mores for an all‑inclusive overnight escape.
Riverside Romance: Kayaks, Paint & Sip, and Gourmet S’mores on a Private Island.
Set on the Waccamaw River near Longs, South Carolina, Valentine’s Glamping Getaway by River Island Adventures packs a short, carefully staged overnight into a riverside romantic retreat: creative time together, a catered dinner, a scenic paddle or pontoon ride to a private 48‑acre island, and an evening under the stars in heated glamping tents or a single island treehouse.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Couples Paint & Sip by the River
A guided couples paint class begins in the afternoon, where a local artist instructs participants while complimentary wine or beer is served—an intimate, creative start to the evening.
Scenic River Transfer to a Private Island
Guests paddle kayaks or ride a pontoon boat down the Waccamaw River to a private 48‑acre island—part excursion, part quiet shoreline to explore together.
Fireside Gourmet S’mores and Cozy Nights
After a catered Mission BBQ dinner at the site, couples return to the island at sunset for an assortment of six gourmet s’mores flavors, then spend the night in one of four heated glamping tents or opt to upgrade to the single treehouse.
What the day feels like
What the weekend feels like
The schedule is brisk and intentional: arrive after 11 a.m. to settle in, gather for a late‑afternoon paint‑and‑sip, enjoy a Mission BBQ dinner delivered to your glamp site, then paddle or ride out at sunset to roast gourmet s’mores under the stars before spending the night in heated, riverside accommodations.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this escape suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event is offered over Valentine’s weekend; promotional materials reference Feb. 13–14, 2026, and list availability for Saturday, February 14th. Reservations are limited and sold first‑come, first‑serve.
Base rate is $275 per couple for one night in a glamping tent. A treehouse upgrade is available for $375; only one treehouse reservation is offered.
The experience includes a couples paint & sip with complimentary wine or beer, a Mission BBQ dinner delivered to the site, a kayak or pontoon transfer to a private 48‑acre island, and an evening of gourmet s’mores plus one night’s heated glamping accommodation.
Guests may arrive any time after 11:00 a.m. to check in to their tent or treehouse and prepare for the afternoon activities.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How much does the Valentine’s Glamping Getaway cost?
The base price is $275 per couple for a one‑night stay in a glamping tent; an upgrade to the treehouse is $375.
When is the event available?
The program is offered over Valentine’s weekend—promotional dates list Feb. 13–14, 2026—and materials specifically note availability for Saturday, February 14th.
What activities are included?
Included are a couples paint & sip with complimentary wine or beer, a catered Mission BBQ dinner, a kayak or pontoon boat ride to a private 48‑acre island, and gourmet fireside s’mores, plus one night’s heated glamping accommodation.
How many accommodations are available?
There are four glamping tent reservations available and one treehouse upgrade reservation; all bookings are first‑come, first‑serve.
When can we arrive and check in?
Guests may arrive any time after 11:00 a.m. to check into their glamping tent or treehouse.
Who operates the getaway and where is it located?
River Island Adventures operates the Valentine’s Glamping Getaway near Longs, South Carolina, with activities staged on the Waccamaw River and a private 48‑acre island.