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    Hilton Head Beachcombing & Dolphin Cruise

    Explore a vanishing island, collect shells, and spot dolphins on a tide-timed cruise

    From$75/ person

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Dolphin tour, Island stop

    Highlights

    Cruise the Lowcountry to a remote vanishing island. Search for shells and sand dollars and watch for dolphins along the way.

    Leave at different times each day depending on the tide, then beachcomb on a sandbar accessible only at low tide.

    1. Explore a remote sandbar accessible at low tide
    2. Spot dolphins, starfish, crabs and local wildlife
    3. Collect shells, sand dollars and the rare shark tooth
    4. Enjoy a scenic three hour cruise around Hilton Head
    5. Disembark to beachcomb on a vanishing island

    Things to know

    Reservations must include at least 2 tickets. Departure times vary daily and are scheduled around low tide. Suitable for all ages. Wear water-friendly clothing and bring water, snacks and sunscreen.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancellations accepted up to 48 hours before the scheduled time. After that, the full amount is charged. Weather cancellations are at our discretion; if canceled due to weather, we will try to reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, there will be no charge.

    Meeting location

    Palmetto Bluff, Savannah Harbor, Shelter Cove

    Perfect for

    • Families with kids seeking a low-key Lowcountry adventure
    • Nature lovers wanting to spot dolphins and collect shells
    • Couples looking for a scenic, relaxing coastal experience
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    Adult

    $75

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    Child

    $65

    Ages 12 and under

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    4.8 stars• 268 reviews

    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    268 reviews•Google Maps

    This operation stands out for its exceptional guides who truly know their stuff. Travelers consistently praise captains like Pete, Kelly, Dan, and Dean for their deep knowledge of local history, marine life, and the Gullah community. The guides don't just drive boats or lead tours—they actively search for dolphins, share fascinating facts about the marshland ecosystem, and make every outing feel personalized and engaging. The variety of experiences impresses visitors too. You can choose from dolphin tours, kayaking excursions through the marsh, eBike adventures, or historic trips to Daufuskie Island. Reviewers mention spotting tons of dolphins up close, catching gorgeous sunsets, and learning about everything from feeding behaviors to local flora and fauna. Multiple families with young children had wonderful experiences, with guides like CT providing appropriately sized equipment and keeping kids entertained. What really shines through is how genuinely friendly and caring these guides are—people specifically request them by name and remember their tours as trip highlights.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Outstanding! Well worth the time and money for this piece of history. Captain Pete is a wealth of knowledge on local history. This was the highlight of our trip

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    Brad Wheeling

    December 3, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Outstanding! Well worth the time and money for this piece of history. Captain Pete is a wealth of knowledge on local history. This was the highlight of our trip

    Photo of Brad Wheeling

    Brad Wheeling

    December 3, 2025

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