Mini Boat : Dolphin Boat Tour

Product ID: 61669

Supplied by: Lowcountry Watersports

Follow the path as our captain leads you to the most scenic spots around the island and gets you up close to the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins

Lowcountry Watersports is the ONLY company offering this unique tour! Experience the fun of driving your own Mini-Boat as you follow our trained guides! Hands down the best boat tour on Hilton Head you will see more dolphins and more sights than on any other tour offered.

We start off with a slow cruise out the Broad Creek also known as Dolphin Alley! This is where we see a lot of our local celebrity dolphins, such as Moochie, Pickles, Lucky, and Frank. By the time we reach the sound, you should have mastered the art of driving your Mini-Boat and now we hit the gas to cover some ground.

On a typical tour, we’ll stop by the Harbour Town Lighthouse, cruise across to Daufuskie and see Haig Point, and then set off for marshes where you have a chance to see strand feeding, oyster farms, rays, and pretty much any kind of wildlife there is to see

Duration: 2 hours

Offered languages: English

Overview

You drive your own mini boat on this amazing dolphin tour! Follow the path as our captain leads you to the most scenic spots around the island and gets you up close to the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins!

Once you board your Mini Boat, enjoy this guided tour around Hilton Head Island! Start by cruising Broad Creek, a beautiful waterway filled with pristine boats and houses! Next, you’ll pass by the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse; it’s known far and wide for its iconic red and white stripes! Cruise near Daufuskie Island, whose beautiful beaches, authentic lighthouse, and historic landmarks give this unique destination a timeless feel. Sail past Bull Island, an uninhabited stretch of land with quiet calm waterways!

On this tour, you’ll learn more about the local area, wildlife, and ecosystem! We’ll see herons, egrets, pelicans, osprey and Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins native to Hilton Head!

These boats are fun, super comfortable, safe, and above all easy to drive! This is an excellent way to get up to 4 people out on the water for an experience you won’t forget!

Highlights

Ages: 6+
You must be 21 years old or older with a Valid Drivers License to drive

Additional Information

This is a guided tour – your guide will be leading you the entire tour! You will travel about 20-25 miles through the creeks and rivers of Hilton Head and the surrounding Lowcountry!

Can a guide drive me?
No, you must ride in your own boat (insurance and Coast Guard requirement)

Is this tour safe?
Mini boats can be a thrill ride depending on weather conditions. Consider your health before riding. Not recommended for those with heart, back, or lung problems.

How many people fit in each mini boat?
Up to 4 people fit in each mini boat comfortably (maximum weight limit is 1000lbs)

Can we bring a cooler onboard?
You may bring a small cooler onboard but absolutely NO alcohol may be consumed prior to or while operating the mini boats. No exceptions.

Know before you go

You must be 21 years old or older with a Valid Drivers License to drive

What is the age requirement to ride?
Since this is a two-hour fast paced adventure tour, we recommend ages 6 and up.

Dress for the weather and remember that we will be traveling at speeds up to 30mph. It’s always better to overdress than not have enough. Depending on the weather, you will get anything from a light spray to a small splash.

Are these boats handicap accessible?
Participant should be able to help yourself into and out of the boat

What happens if I damage the equipment?
When participating in our activities, you are taking sole responsibility for the vessel and the liability of you and your passengers. We highly recommend purchasing our damage insurance when booking online to assist with any damage cost.

We allow cancellations up to 24 hours prior to scheduled activity. All of our activities have limited availability so absolutely no refunds are available within 24 hours. Tours leave on time and no refunds are given if you miss your trip.
In the event of inclement weather it is up to the captain or guide to make a determination based on safety. If we cancel an activity we will provide a full refund.