90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island

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JaePDX
9 days ago
Mark is very knowledgeable about the area and environment - fish, dolphin, marsh, tides. . Answered all the questions we handed him. He navigated us through the islands and found some really cool spots where the dolphins congregated. We even caught them strand feeding which we have not seen before nor knew about We took the late 4:00 trip and caught a gorgeous sunset. There were 5 of us and we fit comfortably in the boat. We will do this again when we are back.

Guaranteed dolphins! This is your private boat taking you on an intimate tour to see dolphins in the wild, up close and personal! We go to places the big boats can't or won't. It'll be just your group (up to 6 passengers) cruising the waters, watching dolphins eating, playing, and socializing. As a Lowcountry Master Naturalist, your Captain will provide an in-depth narration of the ecology around you detailing what makes Hilton Head so unique. You’ll get all the time you need to see these beautiful creatures as they spend their days cruising the Calibogue Sound. See Hilton Head’s storied landmark, the Harbourtown Lighthouse from the water. Cross over to the other side of the Sound and see Daufuskie Island. You'll have a chance to see other creatures that call the Lowcountry home; mobula rays jumping, sharks and manatees making cameos, sea turtles coming up for a breath of air. Hundreds of species of birds that make their way through their migratory periods.

Departure Point

  • Enter the parking lot of Cross Island Boat Landing, just under the Cross Island Parkway. Plenty of parking available. Walk down to the docks to meet your Captain.
Return Details
  • Enter the parking lot of Cross Island Boat Landing, just under the Cross Island Parkway. Plenty of parking available. Walk down to the docks to meet your Captain.
Duration1 hour and 30 minutesLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum149 Lighthouse Rd, South CarolinaWe may stop here with an opportunity for photographs of the lighthouseDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Daufuskie IslandDaufuskie Island, South CarolinaThe search for dolphins may take us into the Cooper River and along Daufuskie Island. Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • Private Vessel for your Family Tour
  • Licensed Captain and Low Country Master Naturalist, providing an in-depth narrative for your group
  • All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions
  • Gratuity
Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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JaePDX
Mark is very knowledgeable about the area and environment - fish, dolphin, marsh, tides. . Answered all the questions we handed him. He navigated us through the islands and found some really cool spots where the dolphins congregated. We even caught them strand feeding which we have not seen before nor knew about We took the late 4:00 trip and caught a gorgeous sunset. There were 5 of us and we fit comfortably in the boat. We will do this again when we are back.
Jeanelle_C
We had a wonderful trip out with Mark to experience the dolphins, the waters and islands in the area. We took the 4;00 time slot which gave us an opportunity for a beautiful sunset too. Mark navigated us well to ensure we saw plenty of dolphin, told us about their numbers, feeding and hunting habits. He answered lots of questions about the tide, salt marsh, and oyster shell shoreline. We will donut again when we are back. Highly recommend.
Stephanie B
We had the best time with Captain Mark. He was personable and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing such rich information about the island and its ecosystem that my kids declared they “only wanted to go on boats with Captain Mark from now on.” This was 100% worth it and we can’t wait to do it again!
dcny730
This was truly a grand experience. We saw a lot of dolphins and stopped at an oyster shell island. Captain Mark was a kind gentleman. Lots of information. I would go out with him again!!!
PhylSDC
We had a great cruise—we saw male pods, female pods, individual dolphins, and even a baby ! The small boat experience was the way to go! We were able to see the dolphins close up. Mark was a great guide —very knowledgeable of the dolphins and their habitat, We also learned a good bit about Hilton Head. Highly recommend Mark!

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