Top Hilton Head Island Adventure Tours

Zoom around Hilton Head Island on a small, motorized "creek cat" boat during this guided tour. Get views of all the quintessential sights, as well as access to some smaller marshes and wildlife-rich areas. Enjoy the opportunity to operate your own creek cat under the supervision of a guide; multiple departure times available.

Cruise from Hilton Head to Savannah on this Lowcountry day trip that’s packed with views. Relax on the open-air upper deck or air-conditioned lower cabin as you cruise through the Intracoastal Waterway, drink in hand from the onboard bar (own price). Then, dock in Savannah and spend a few hours of free time shopping, dining, and sightseeing before sailing back to Hilton Head.

Explore the southern city of Beaufort aboard a horse and carriage during this small-group excursion. Enjoy a relaxing ride around the historic district while your guide regales you of stories from the Antebellum South. See Civil War sites, historic churches, and even movie sites as you tour the city.

Discover Beaufort’s old southern charm on a horse-drawn carriage tour around the historic center. Join a small group for a narrated tour of Old Beaufort and pass by the area’s key landmarks. Listen to your guide retell the history of the city from its early Colonial period to the American Revolution and Civil War eras up to the present day.

A sailboat cruise from Hilton Head is a peaceful way to see stunning Lowcountry landscapes without the noise of a moor. Join a captain and crew aboard a 39-foot long (12 meter) sailboat that competed in America’s Cup—head through quiet waters and past gorgeous scenery without the roar of a motor. You can even try your hand on deck and help out with the sails.

Enjoy sunset views and scan the water for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins on this dolphin-watching cruise off the coast of South Carolina. The frequency of dolphin sightings makes this cruise ideal for those hoping to catch photos of the majestic sea creatures. Plus, throughout the cruise, you can learn about dolphins and your surroundings from an on-board naturalist.

Hilton Head Island is known as one of North America’s best spots for watching dolphins in the wild. Get out on the water and take in amazing views of these intelligent, playful creatures during this private boat tour. With a Lowcountry Master Naturalist as your captain and guide, you’ll learn all about the ecology of Hilton Head while watching the dolphins along with other wildlife including rays, sharks, and sea turtles. Just your group (up to six passengers) cruising the waters, watching dolphins eating, playing, and socializing.

Your adventure begins from the picturesque Palmetto Bay Marina, with a 90-minute cruise through Lowcountry’s stunning waterways. Our local crew, brimming with expertise and passion, enriches your voyage with fascinating narratives about dolphin behavior and the vibrant marine ecosystem. We guarantee dolphin sightings, promising a thrilling close encounter with these intelligent and captivating mammals. Our tours offer an exceptional blend of education, exploration, and excitement, making them an unforgettable experience for wildlife enthusiasts and vacationers. Beyond dolphin spotting, soak in the serene beauty and unforgettable sunset of the Lowcountry.

Located south of Hilton Head Island, Vanishing Mile Isle can only be visited when it’s briefly exposed during low tide. With this private charter, you can easily access this unique location and spend time beachcombing for sand dollars, seashells, and more, with a master naturalist onhand to provide more information. Along the way, look for dolphins and other wildlife in Calibogue Sound.

Spend a summer evening relaxing on a cruise boat, keeping your eyes peeled for bottle-nosed dolphins before the firework display. This hassle-free tour in Hilton Head starts from an easy to find meeting point. Settle into your seat while your captain takes you through Broad Creek to Shelter Cove. They will find the best spot to watch the sunset, followed by the sky being illuminated by fireworks.

Try the newest tour on Hilton Head Island! Drive your own mini boat while our experienced guide leads you to the best Hilton Head landmarks. There will be many stops throughout the tour for historic information, eco information, & wildlife viewing (like our many bird species or the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin.) The Mini Boats are easy to drive and can fit up to 2,3, or 4 people each. The tour will make a 20–30 minute stop at Disappearing Island, an island only accessible at low tide and known for its shells, starfish, & sand dollars! You will deboard your mini boat and have time to explore! This is sure to be the highlight of your trip!

Come aboard our custom ski boat rated for 6 passengers. This charter comes with a USCG captain to drive the boat so you and your group can sit back and enjoy the day hassle free. This is your charter to customize from water ski, tubing, wake boarding, and kneeboarding! This is fun for all ages, no experience required. Book your custom experience with Island Head today!

Cruising the salt-marsh ecosystem in search of dolphins is a popular activity in Hilton Head, but unlike other similar tours, this dolphin and nature tour uses small boats so wildlife isn’t scared away easily. Sail along the water from Shelter Cove Marina, down Broad Creek, and into Calibogue Sound, while keeping a lookout for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, birds, and other animals that call the area home.

Island Explorer's 2-Hour Dolphin and Nature Tour focuses on the viewing dolphins in the wild along with up close observation of the dolphin habitat including magnificent birds and other wildlife.

Finish the day the most relaxing way possible. From the comfort of our stable, peaceful sailboat, you'll enjoy dolphins, birds, and nature as you take in the ecosystem of the low country. You finish your sail as the sun fades away.

View the Shelter Cove fireworks from the water with this sightseeing boat tour. Climb aboard a boat right before sunset and cruise out into Broad Creek to see wildlife and beautiful homes. After the colors of sunset fade and darkness sets in, watch the fireworks show from the deck of the boat. Keep an eye out for dolphins during the trip.

Enjoy a special boat tour in a spectacular setting with this 1.5-hour full moon cruise from Hilton Head with a small group. Cruise out slowly from Daufuskie Difference, enjoy the breeze through your hair, and admire moonlit views of the low country, as well as magical reflections of the full moon in the water.

Our Sunset and Fireworks sail is a Hilton Head must-do!! Every Tuesday night during the heart of our peak season Shelter Cove puts on a fantastic fireworks show just after the sun goes down. Your evening starts with our relaxing Sunset Sail, then we drop anchor and watch the dazzling display from the boat! Hurry, this one sells fast! You are welcome to bring any other drinks and snacks you would like. Please make sure your beer is in cans and you have a plastic cup to pour your wine into. This Hilton Head sailing adventure is one you do not want to miss!

See Hilton Head from the water and wild Atlantic dolphins in their natural habitat! Led by an experienced Captain/Guide, this trip will explore the Broad Creek Wildlife Area and Calibogue Sound, looking for dolphins and other wildlife. Along the way, your Captain will point out different interesting locations and explain the unique nature, history, and culture of the Lowcountry! A great trip for families, this short tour is a must-do on Hilton Head!

Discover the abundant waterways around Hilton Head Island on this wildlife tour that focuses on dolphins. Book your boat to cruise down Broad Creek and Calibogue Sound. This boat holds up to 14 passengers. See a few landmarks including the Harbor Town Lighthouse and Daufuskie Island, where dolphins are known to congregate.