Hilton Head Crabbing Expedition Boat Cruise
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Hilton Head Island, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Search for crabs alongside marine science students on this Lowcountry crabbing tour from Hilton Head. As you sail out on the Lowcountry’s famous salt marshes, your knowledgeable guides share tons of information about the rich local ecosystem and the wildlife that calls it home—see some of it for yourself, including whatever you pull up in your crabbing pots. Take home some of your catch if you get any.
- Lowcountry crabbing tour from Hilton Head
- No experience needed—learn to bait, pull, and dump crabbing pots
- Learn about the local ecosystem from marine science students
- Authentic Lowcountry experience is a must for first-time visitors
What's Included
- 2 hour educational cruise
- Picturesque views of the low country
- Possible dolphin sightings
- Live narration and instruction by the Tammy Jane crew
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase
- A shaded canopy
- Possible crabs to keep (not guaranteed)
- Sea Pines Resort vehicle entrance fee
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Harbour Town Christmas149 Lighthouse Rd Suite # M, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA
The Vagabond Cruise reservation office is located just behind the Harbour Town Lighthouse. If you have your mobile ticket you are able to go directly to the Tammy Jane 30-minutes before departure to board which is located on the pier in front of the Lighthouse.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Vagabond Cruise
Admission Ticket Included
Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Steve_T
Fabulous experience. Educational and fun for all ages. Great crew and captain. Landed over 26 crabs and encountered several dolphins. Would totally do this again!
Reviews
4.7
based on 15 reviews
Curtis_C, Apr 2026
This was a great way to show my FIL the beauty of HHI from the water. Cpt. Windows, Sam & Ashley were all very sharing of their vast knowledge which made the excursion so enjoyable. I plan to send many of our visitors their direction.
Steve_T, Apr 2026
Fabulous experience. Educational and fun for all ages. Great crew and captain. Landed over 26 crabs and encountered several dolphins. Would totally do this again!
Tabia_P, Apr 2026
This was a wonderful interactive educational experience. The crew was lovely, experienced and knowledgeable. It was great how they were able to get the guest involved in pulling the pods from the water. Plenty of crab was pulled during our tour and everyone was able to take crab home with them. Definitely recommend this activity during a visit to Hilton Head.
Kevin_W, Apr 2026
We had an amazing time crabbing! The guides were incredibly informative and fantastic with the kids, making the whole experience fun and engaging for everyone. We caught plenty of crabs along with some other interesting creatures—the highlight being a toadfish! To top it all off, the captain even took us to see dolphins up close, which was unforgettable.
RuthBarrasso, Mar 2026
We had a great time out crabbing with this crew! The team was friendly and knowledgeable and we got up close and personal with stone crabs, blue crabs, spiny sea stars, hermit crabs and more! Wonderful day out on the water, plus we saw dolphins!!
Brad_B, May 2025
This was a wonderful way to spend the morning! It was a beautiful day on the water, we were well informed on crabbing and the local area and the crew: Alissa, Ethan and Captain John, were wonderful guides! Hope to do the shrimp trawling someday!! We saw tons of wildlife...dolphins, shark, mana ray, jellyfish and of course a plethora of crabs! Thank you for a great day!
Rebecca_E, May 2024
Super interactive, knowledgeable staff, fun day on the water that included dolphin watching and holding different crabs and (non stinging) jelly fish.
Richard_S, May 2024
This was a great experience . We had a great time.and got plenty of crab. I would definitely return for another trip and recommend this to anyone wanting to go
Shannon_N, Apr 2021
Super fun time!!! Crew checked crab pots & brought up to show us. Kept were the larger, non-pregnant blue crabs & the claws (only if they had (2) claws) of stone crabs. Customers who wanted got to keep & take home the kept crabs/claws.
From $50.00
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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