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MichaelC_L, Jun 2026
Great Family Adventure
Sailing an America’s Cup 12 meter is a rare opportunity. Stars & Stripes was significant to the USA recapturing the America Cup.
Captain Pete is s legend and fun host allowing passengers to help raise sails and take the helm or just sit back and enjoy a beautiful sail. The crew of young ladies were welcoming, friendly, attentive and amazing at hoisting and trimming sails.
A truly wonderful family experience.
Eileen_M, Jun 2026
Enchanting Morning on Daufuskie Island
Our guide, Pippi, was a delight!! She gave us an overview of Daufuskie Island, the Gullah people’s origins and compelling history. Her broad knowledge of history, geography and ecology, and her passion on these subjects made a compelling story come to life. I didn’t really notice the 90+ temps!!
It’s a real plus that she is an excellent boat captain!!
Victor_D, Jun 2026
Quick day trip
A fun way to not get back in the car and drive. I recommend skipping the trolley tour if you are able to walk around easily. We used the trolley once to get to a Forsyth park and we walked the rest of the way. Look up the trolley maps and stops see what you want to get to before hand :) This tour allowed my family a chance to see enough of Savannah to decide if we would would like to travel to that area in the future.
EleanorSamantha_C, May 2026
Kayaking in Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island
What an incredible experience! Our guide Tom was very knowledgeable and kind. He made us all feel like experienced kayakers. His knowledge or the local ecosystem was impressive and you can tell he very much enjoyed his job. I truly suggest this activity however I strongly suggest going in the early morning vs later in the day when it could get very hot and uncomfortable. Seeing Dolphins in their natural habitat was a major bonus.
Madison_S, May 2026
So much fun for the kids!...
So much fun for the kids! Be sure to get there early to get pirate gear, tattoos, and face painting. Kids are in the sun on the boat so apply sunscreen before excursion time because the fun starts immediately. There is shade on the boat for those who want to keep out of the sun. Don’t miss this one!
Diana_A, May 2026
Rock the Waves with Cat Boat Tours
My sister and I absolutely loved this tour! I was the driver, and although I’ve driven a boat before, this was a totally new kind of fun. The Creek Cats are fast, easy to handle, and such a blast to zip around in.
The crew was fantastic—super friendly, safety‑focused, and full of great stories and history about the area. They made us feel completely comfortable the entire time. We covered a lot of ground (and water!), passing Harbour Town Lighthouse, Daufuskie Island, and even the famous Harbour Town Golf Links. The views were beautiful, and the whole experience felt like the perfect mix of adventure and sightseeing.
We honestly wanted to go again right after, but we’ll save that for next time. Highly recommend this tour if you want something exciting, memorable, and a little different from the usual boat ride.
Beth_B, Mar 2026
I would recommend this...
I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants to enjoy the water and serenity of Hilton Head. Sadly, we did not see any dolphins, and the weather was not ideal, but the experience was worthwhile nonetheless. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information about the birds, oysters, and various ecosystems we saw. The age range of our participants (10 in all) was 66 years old to 10 years old, and all were able to participate and enjoy the afternoon.
Jennifer_D, Jan 2026
Worth it!
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Captain Drake delivered an absolutely unforgettable experience. From start to finish, he was a phenomenal host. His deep knowledge of the intercoastal waters, local history, and even folklore made the cruise engaging and fun without ever feeling scripted. He shared great recommendations for things to do in the area, which was an added bonus.
The sunset cruise itself was stunning, easily one of the most beautiful evenings we’ve had, and the atmosphere on board was relaxed, welcoming, and genuinely fun. If you are looking for a captain who knows the waters, tells great stories, and creates a memorable experience, Drake is the one. Highly recommend.
Deepak_J, Dec 2025
A fun excursion for the...
A fun excursion for the family on actual working shrimp trawler. Crew were very friendly and informative. Kids got extra attention and were able to sort through many shells and shark teeth crew had. The actual catch was small but included shrimp, flounder, crab and even a puffer fish. Added bonus was taking shrimp home - not often you can claim your own boat to table experience!
Dorothy_G, Oct 2025
Tourists from Massachusetts in South Carolina
We totally enjoyed the experience. Our driver was funny and very knowledgeable about the area. Our horse Bandit was very knowledgeable about the direction we were going, and we very happy about how well he was treated as we are animal lovers. We will definitely recommend it to others
Serlena_P, Aug 2025
Great Celebration as part of my 60th birthday
I enjoyed every moment we had outside seating. It was a rainy day but they were able to close the windows so we didn’t get wet The food was good and fair portions. We finished eating early enough to just set back and take pictures and enjoy the view. I recommend getting outside sitting. It was open and beautiful. I would do it again
Myra_P, Jul 2025
Great trip!
I highly recommend this Dolphin watching cruise. We saw a mom and her calf and altered our course to enjoy watching them. We also saw a large and very active pod! They were speed leaping for miles! Captain and crew were knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks!!
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