Daufuskie Island History and Artisian Tour
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Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Visit several one-of-a-kind places, including the First African Baptist Church, the Praise House, Mary Fields School (memorialized in Pat Conroy’s ‘The Water is Wide’) and the site of the Bloody Point Lighthouse. Tour studios and meet local artisans at Silver Dew Pottery and The Iron Fish, home to Martha Stewart American Made winner Chase Allen. Learn the rich history of the Native Americans, European settlers, the cotton trade, the Gullah people and the locals who have chosen to make this remote island their home. Tour includes boat cruise from Hilton Head Island, USCG licensed Captain and interpretive naturalist/historian guide, golf cart, light snack and refreshment.
Departure Point
- This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina. We are located at the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and Ela's Grille.
- 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
**Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.**
Return Details
- This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina. We are located at the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and Ela's Grille.
- 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
**Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.**
Duration
4 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
1 Shelter Cove Ln, Palmetto Dunes Resort, South Carolina
The tour It begins with a boat ride from Shelter Cove Marina to The back side of Daufuskie Island. The ride is an important part of the tour! Along the way we will stop for Dolphins other wildlife. Plus view and discuss the sites on Daufuskie and the neighboring islands that are best scene from the water. Your captain is a naturalist.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation
44 Old Haig Point Rd, Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
Once on Daufuskie you'll get on golf carts and take a tour of the historic in undeveloped, historic, side of the island. We stop at pretty much all of the significant historic sites , visit with local residents, and the artisans of Daufuskie . Your guide is a historian so along the way we have lots of stops, discussions, visits and will go inside everywhere appropriate. Locations that are not occupied we have keys to. The cost includes everything. Everything being your boat ride there and back your golf carts, all the stops, all staffing, refreshments and snacks.
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Golf Cart Tour
- Round Trip Boat Cruise
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Outside Hilton Head Boat and Kayak Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Visit several one-of-a-kind places, including the First African Baptist Church, the Praise House, Mary Fields School (memorialized in Pat Conroy’s ‘The Water is Wide’) and the site of the Bloody Point Lighthouse. Tour studios and meet local artisans at Silver Dew Pottery and The Iron Fish, home to Martha Stewart American Made winner Chase Allen. Learn the rich history of the Native Americans, European settlers, the cotton trade, the Gullah people and the locals who have chosen to make this remote island their home. Tour includes boat cruise from Hilton Head Island, USCG licensed Captain and interpretive naturalist/historian guide, golf cart, light snack and refreshment.
Departure Point
- This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina. We are located at the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and Ela's Grille.
- 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
**Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.**
Return Details
- This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina. We are located at the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and Ela's Grille.
- 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
**Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.**
Duration
4 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
1 Shelter Cove Ln, Palmetto Dunes Resort, South Carolina
The tour It begins with a boat ride from Shelter Cove Marina to The back side of Daufuskie Island. The ride is an important part of the tour! Along the way we will stop for Dolphins other wildlife. Plus view and discuss the sites on Daufuskie and the neighboring islands that are best scene from the water. Your captain is a naturalist.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation
44 Old Haig Point Rd, Daufuskie Island, South Carolina
Once on Daufuskie you'll get on golf carts and take a tour of the historic in undeveloped, historic, side of the island. We stop at pretty much all of the significant historic sites , visit with local residents, and the artisans of Daufuskie . Your guide is a historian so along the way we have lots of stops, discussions, visits and will go inside everywhere appropriate. Locations that are not occupied we have keys to. The cost includes everything. Everything being your boat ride there and back your golf carts, all the stops, all staffing, refreshments and snacks.
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Golf Cart Tour
- Round Trip Boat Cruise
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Outside Hilton Head Boat and Kayak Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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