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Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Hilton Head Island, USA
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Darlene_B ·
Jul 2026
Such a fun tour! Great guides (Steve & Michelle), interesting facts about Hilton Head, lots of dolphins, including a mama and a baby. The boat was great - seats for everyone under a canopy. We were not in the sun all tour, which was a key factor for me in choosing a boat. We had a great time!
· Marianne_C ·
Jun 2026
We had the absolute best time on this dolphin cruise. Everything is organized, starts promptly, and there’s plenty of space on the boat. We sat under the shaded area but there’s also spots in the front of the boat if you want to sit in the sun. We found several pods of dolphins when we were out and we stopped for plenty of time so we could see them.

Overview

Enjoy an immersive way to discover Hilton Head Island's aquatic scenery—and give yourself the best chance of spotting local marine life, including dolphins—on this guided boat tour. Choose a departure time that works best for you, greet your United States Coast Guard-licensed captain, and hop aboard. Learn more about the island's ecosystem along the way, and look out for wildlife as you head into nature.
  • Sail among one of the world's largest populations of dolphins
  • Increase your odds of seeing Hilton Head Island wildlife on a boat tour
  • This family-friendly tour is ideal for children, teens, and adults alike
  • Multiple convenient departure times offered throughout the day

What's Included

  • Full narration by a Local Guide
  • Guaranteed Dolphin Sightings
  • United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain
  • Observe different species of local birds
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA

    Drive past the Black Marlin restaurant. We are located on the far righthand side of the building as you walk towards the marina. Look for the Lowcountry Watersports Flag by our check in office.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Lowcountry Watersports

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Krista_K
It was absolutely the best experience. The vibe was amazing and Kim was very funny and made us feel very welcome. We were able to see a ton of dolphins and this was our first time experiencing this. We will absolutely be coming back again soon. The captain also done a great job as well.

Reviews

4.9
based on 1,656 reviews
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Great experience

VickysVaughn, Sep 2026
The staff is very professional. The boat was clean and it was a lovely view from the boat. We did see four or five dolphins.

Dolphin cruise

Michelle_L, Sep 2026
Got to see dolphins as promised. We had at least 30 minutes watching them. It was amazing. Highly recommend.

Dolphins, dolphins and more dolphins!

Katherine_F, Sep 2026
Fantastic cruise in the Calabogie Sound! A pod of a dozen or more dolphins surfaced, rolled, showed their pink tummies! Great guide Wendy and Captain Kate! A memorable morning and a must-do in Hilton Head!

Fun morning on the water.

Grace_R, Sep 2026
Captain Kate and Wendy were great! Wendy is very knowledgeable on dolphins. We learned a lot of interesting things about dolphins and marine life here in Hilton Head. We saw a lot of dolphins. It was a lovely morning.

Fun!

Melanie_U, Sep 2026
Sara and Katelyn were so positive and friendly, calm boat ride but fast and exciting too! Would recommend!

Worth the money and the time

Debra_W, Aug 2026
We wanted to do something that was family friendly, entertaining and educational. We got all three times three with this Dolphin Cruise Adventure, the ladies hosting us were concerned for our safety yet very friendly. And what we learned about Hilton Head Island and the dolphins that swim in the surrounding waters was outstanding. We talked about what we learned for days. The cost of the cruise was very affordable. When we return to the island we will return to this company for any future sea adventures.

Wonderful dolphin cruise....

Deidre_R, Aug 2026
Wonderful dolphin cruise. Garrett and Wendy were fantastic captain and tour guides! Plenty of dolphins on our tour.

Saw many dolphins and...

Sydney_P, Aug 2026
Saw many dolphins and learned a little about them. The kids on the boat had the chance to "steer" with a photo opp at the end.

Capt. Kate and First Mate...

Maureen_R, Aug 2026
Capt. Kate and First Mate RayRay provided a warm and fun-filled experience. They went the extra mile to find dolphins.

Wonderful time!

Andromeda_B, Aug 2026
We went on a dolphin tour with our two year old and six month old, Garett and Wendy were super accommodating and included the kids in such a kind way. Even when my son was nervous about the boat, they found fun ways to distract him. I would absolutely recommend!

Our dolphin tour was...

Tammy_S, Aug 2026
Our dolphin tour was exceptional Our captain was very knowledgeable and made the experience memorable

Rae-Rae and the Captain...

Lissette_C, Aug 2026
Rae-Rae and the Captain are great. The music was fun, the boat ride was smooth and the dolphins came out to play! It was a wonderful experience

Great Dolphin tour

Lynn_C, Aug 2026
The dolphin tour was wonderful. Both captain and tour guide. Judy and Wendy were excellent. Saw so many dolphins.

Informative and the capt...

Lynn_N, Aug 2026
Informative and the capt and first mate were fun and knowledgeable. We saw lots of dolphins and learned some interesting dolphin facts

Saw SO many dolphins on...

Brianna_R, Aug 2026
Saw SO many dolphins on this amazing tour!! It was a great time out on the water. Wendy and Captain Sarah were wonderful.

Family HH Dolphin Excursion 2026

Marcie_B, Aug 2026
Rae Rae and Greg were both amazing! The both were very knowledgeable and so very friendly to the children.

Fun for whole family

Joy_W, Aug 2026
We all had a lot of fun. Beautiful sights and fun to see dolphins. Captain Katie and Wendy were great.

Dolphin cruise

Cynthia_K, Aug 2026
Enjoyable viewing. Relaxing trip. We saw baby dolphins swimming with parents. A dolphin swam up to the boat. Information shared about the area was great.

Amazing Adventure

Robert_P, Aug 2026
Great experience. We saw so many dolphins. The crew was very informative and let all the kids steer the boat

Great Trip!

Agata_D, Aug 2026
It was a great tour! We saw lots of dolphins, which was the highlight of the trip. The crew was very friendly, and it was a wonderful experience for both adults and kids. I would definitely recommend it to families looking for a fun outing!

Super knowledgeable guide...

Lynne_B, Aug 2026
Super knowledgeable guide and captain! Would definitely recommend to everyone. Great experience and would do it again

The Hotel from Hell

Jeffrey_R, Aug 2026
At night people was outside the our room smoking Marijuana and talking loud. The AC was very loud and the exhaust fan in the bathroom was very loud

Dolphin Tour

Tyler_S, Jul 2026
There was a lot of dolphins to see and fun for all ages. Definitely give it a try if you are in the area

Great dolphin tour!

Sara_H, Jul 2026
Great experience! The captain and first mate were funny and knowledgeable. We saw so many dolphins! Must do!

Dolphin sightings

Nancy_C, Jul 2026
It should be a bit longer for the price paid per person but the crew was enjoyable and kept the participants interested

Must do tour

Joella_W, Jul 2026
Did the dolphin tour and it was amazing. Saw a lot of dolphins and Michelle and Kate were very knowledgeable

The tour guide and driver were the best part!

Anna_H, Jul 2026
We had such a great experience! The driver of the boat and the tour guide were both so fun and kind! They really made the whole experience so much fun. We were able to see a ton of dolphins.

Family vacation 2026

Regina_A, Jul 2026
It was awsome, great place to stay, friendly people, beaches are beautiful, shuttle to and from places, great food.

Dolphin cruise

Carrie_S, Jul 2026
The trip was awesome, I guide did a great job very friendly. We saw several dolphins.We are hoping to come back and bring our granddaughters with us.

We saw the dolphins!

Jesse_C, Jul 2026
Awesome trip! Saw a few dozen dolphins while listening to good music out to the main area and back. Captain Kate amd first mate Michelle shared interesting information too! Would definitely do it again!

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