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Hilton Head Sunset Dinner Cruise

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Hilton Head Island, USA
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Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.4
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· Deena_D ·
Sep 2026
Beautiful ambience, friendly atmosphere. Food was amazing! We had the salad, chicken breast, and key lime pie. The boat allowed us to catch the sunset at the perfect time for amazing pictures. We were even able to even see the harvest moon. It was a 10 out of 10 experience and I would do it again.
· knowledgerox ·
Sep 2026
The dinner cruise was the highlight of our trip to Hilton Head! The meal was delicious and the staff was friendly. It was a lovely evening to gently glide along the coast and relax plus we saw several dolphins along the way. This is our second year visiting Hilton Head and our second time on the cruise because we enjoyed it so much last year!

Overview

Hilton Head is known for its stunning sunsets over the Lowcountry salt marsh, and this dinner cruise from Harbour Town sails up Bull Creek as the sun goes down. Along the way, enjoy a three-course, chef-prepared dinner. Cruise back after dark, when Harbour Town's red-and-white striped lighthouse is lit up above the marina.
  • Combine dinner and a sunset cruise in a single outing from Hilton Head
  • Bring little ones along, with a kids' menu suitable for all ages
  • Dine on the calmer water of a tidal creek rather than the open sea
  • Choose inside dining or outdoor seating to suit you

What's Included

  • 3 Course Dinner - Share your Entrée & Dessert choices in the Special Requirements box at checkout
  • Sunset views
  • Private table seating
  • Gratuities
    10% gratuity included for crew, additional can be left on board
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Drinks are additional on board
  • Sea Pines Resort vehicle entry fee

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Harbour Town Lighthouse
    149 Lighthouse Rd, 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 Spirit of Harbour Town 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

Calibogue Sound (Pass By)

Daufuskie Island (Pass By)

Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum (Pass By)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • *PLEASE SHARE YOUR ENTREE AND DESSERT CHOICES IN THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENT BOX DURING CHECKOUT - For each Adult: Please select one from the following choices for entrée: Blackened Mahi Mahi, Roasted Chicken Breast, Roasted Pork Loin, Vegan Pasta Primavera. Select one dessert: key lime pie or flourless chocolate torte. For each child: Select an entrée of chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, and fresh veggies or chicken alfredo. Select one dessert: key lime pie or flourless chocolate torte.
  • Please note: There are a set of 10 steps onto the Lower Deck (inside) and an additional 10 steps to get to the Upper Deck (outside) of the boat.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

Frequently Asked Question (1)

Q:Where may I submit my preferred Entrée & Dessert selections?

A:*PLEASE SHARE YOUR ENTREE AND DESSERT CHOICES IN THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENT BOX DURING CHECKOUT For each Adult: 1.) Please select 1 from the following choices for entrée: Blackened Mahi Mahi, Roasted chicken breast, Berbere spiced pork loin, fresh vegan pasta primavera. 2.) Select one dessert: key lime pie or layered chocolate mousse. For each Child: 1.) Select an entrée of chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, and fresh veggies or chicken alfredo. 2.) Select one dessert: key lime pie or layered chocolate mousse.

Jul 2023

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Ronald_C
The staff really exemplified southern hospitality. We were out celebrating our 37th wedding anniversary and this trip did not disappoint. We chose the blackened fish and it was delicious. The service was also great. The trip was filled with several dolphin sightings and our boat Captain was interactive and fun. The sunset was beautiful and breathtaking.

Reviews

4.4
based on 268 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Travelers consistently praise the natural landscapes for stunning sunsets, moonrises, and dolphin sightings, noting varied scenic perspectives that enhance the experience. Food and beverage offerings receive positive feedback for quality, flavor, and prompt service, with a variety of well-priced drinks and satisfying meals contributing to overall enjoyment.

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Change-Up Friday

Cheri_B, Oct 2026
An unexpected day change in our cruise, not on our part- but by Vagabond at Sea Pines. Once we were asked on Friday to come Friday, I wish I had changed the Charleston carriage ride to Saturday, 10/31. We could have enjoyed Hilton Head island beach area on a warmer day Friday & also not hurried our visit to Charleston. We got there, took the ride, & headed back to HHI - we thought. It was Sea Pines & a $10 charge just to drive onto the property. Didn't realize that the cruise & HHI were not in the same area. The extra driving on 2 days, plus sacrificing our day in Charleston was nerve-wracking and disappointing.

Great experience....

Shawna_R, Oct 2026
Great experience. Beautiful sunset and the waitstaff / crew were top notch. We would definitely recommend.

Spectacular service!

Kris_C, Oct 2026
Everyone is so nice and so welcoming! The service was spectacular!! The ride was smooth. The salad was delicious! I had the mahi mahi my husband has the pork loin, he really liked that.

Better food

Patty_K, Oct 2026
the boat ride and seeing the dolphins were great! Our server, Sam, and his helpers were very good. We were very disappointed in the food, Fish was extremely dry, broccolini was awful. Please do a better job with this. No one ate everything. We felt bad that we told our friends how good the dinner would be. The dessert was really good. Recommendation would depend on whether the food was better….

Worth every dollar!

Deena_D, Sep 2026
Beautiful ambience, friendly atmosphere. Food was amazing! We had the salad, chicken breast, and key lime pie. The boat allowed us to catch the sunset at the perfect time for amazing pictures. We were even able to even see the harvest moon. It was a 10 out of 10 experience and I would do it again.

Great value and great experience

SeanandBeth_K, Sep 2026
This is a fantastic dinner cruise. The food was amazing and served quickly. We got several angles of the sunset and also got to see the moon rising. Be on time - the boat is leaving at the time it says whether you’re here or not.

Highly recommend!

Lorie_F, Sep 2026
Really relaxing evening, amazing service and food. We were celebrating our 10 year anniversary so it was fun doing something different!

The dinner cruise was the...

knowledgerox, Sep 2026
The dinner cruise was the highlight of our trip to Hilton Head! The meal was delicious and the staff was friendly. It was a lovely evening to gently glide along the coast and relax plus we saw several dolphins along the way. This is our second year visiting Hilton Head and our second time on the cruise because we enjoyed it so much last year!

Sunset dinner cruise

Victoria_O, Sep 2026
Very professional and timely. Food was phenomenal and the service was excellent. The captain was very friendly and the cruise was amazing.

Good food

Jeanette_C, Aug 2026
The food was good, and the cruise was enjoyable, especially seeing dolphins. Finding where to go was not made clear, so that was an adventure. I had no option of where to sit, so we ended up on the upper deck, outside. They were able to move us. However, once it got dark we couldn’t see anything but our own reflection when looking out the window because the lights were in. I recommend the lights be lowered.

A Night to Remember <3

Bobby_H, Aug 2026
This was a wonderful experience! The crew was very friendly and the meal was delicious. The captain made sure to explain what we were seeing on the shoreline, even things that you won’t find in the tour books. Would definitely recommend this to everyone!

Mediocre evening

Jeri_D, Aug 2026
To be fair, it was a gloomy evening. So no Sunset. Unlike other Dinner cruises I’ve been on, the scenery was unremarkable. We did see a pod of dolphins. The food was ok. The red wine had not been stored correctly. I t died two different types and both tasted as if they had sat in a very warm environment for a long period of time. Best part of the trip was the wait staff. They had a great attitude and were very attentive. For the money, I would’ve rather spent it at a fine dining restaurant with live entertainment.

It was ok. Wouldn’t do it again.

Brooke_L, Aug 2026
3 star bc the staff was so amazing. The weather was iffy. I tried to cancel due to weather but they said that was up to the captain & they if we couldn’t go out due to weather, they’d stay docked & we would still eat on the boat. We didn’t want to do that & we couldn’t get our money back. If I could do anything different, I would have waited till last minute to book. I don’t feel as if they took safety into account for the customers. Just wanted their money

We loved it . Food and...

CharlyRochelle_C, Aug 2026
We loved it . Food and staff very good . Would definitely do a second trip ! Drinks from bar were good and priced well also

Unique date spot

Sydney_P, Aug 2026
Great pacing of dinner and plenty of time spent on the water. Definitely recommend dressing up a bit. Shoutout to our waiter, Sam.

It was nice BUT

nuria_l, Aug 2026
I think overall, the experience was nice! I just thought the table setting, chairs, and table centerpiece looked a little cheap. However, the sunset experience was amazing, and we even saw some dolphins swim by!

Worthy

DANIEL_K, Aug 2026
Dinner was delicious! Staff friendly and helpful. Lovely sunset cruise! We did see a few dolphins along the way.

The perfect ending to a great vacation!

Glenn_B, Aug 2026
To check out the different packages that are offered. That the food and service is excellent and the boat experience is very enjoyable! Always a great way to end our vacation!

This cruise was so much...

Sabrina_D, Aug 2026
This cruise was so much fun! Food was great and so was the view! Staff is amazing! We left extra tips!

Was me and my husband ...

Marcia_C, Jul 2026
Was me and my husband 4th wedding anniversary had so much fun. The food was awesome and great customer service

We were on the bottom...

Arlene_A, Jul 2026
We were on the bottom deck and there was no music, plus the AC stopped working at one point. A little music would’ve made it more entertaining. Everything else was great!

Take the dinner cruise!

Lisa_B, Jul 2026
Make sure you get there way early because it took us 35 minutes circling the parking lot just to find a parking place. No dedicated parking for this tour company! Food was great, the staff worked hard. Never had an empty glass of water. Although it rained, we still had fun. Glad we choose the inside lower deck.

Great food, great...

Danny_S, Jul 2026
Great food, great service, beautiful views. This was just a great experience for the entire family!!

Good food and good views!

Jesse_C, Jul 2026
Very enjoyable dinner and cruise. Food was good, nice selection of drinks and family friendly. Saw a few dozen dolphins from a short distance and saw a pretty sunset as we moved around the end of the island. Good tunes and attentive wait staff! Sat outside on top. Very good time!

Wonderful Experience

Brian_L, Jul 2026
This was one of the highlights of our vacation. The views were beautiful and the food was wonderful. We definitely are planning to take this dinner cruise again.

Must do!!!

Allyson_C, Jul 2026
Great time! Excellent food and staff! We saw some dolphins. Cocktails were delicious too!!! Wear flat shoes.

3br Condo at Coral Sands Resort, Hilton Head Island

Cynthia_H, Jul 2026
The rooms were spacious and the condo was very nice. The resort is kid friendly and easy access to the beach.

The service was good, the...

Melissa_L, Jul 2026
The service was good, the food was EXCELLENT, the mixed drinks I ordered were satisfactory, but we dined inside thinking it would be cooler and I was wrong! It was blazing hot, our table didn’t have a blind to lower, like all of the others, and the air flow was less than satisfactory. We were sweating the entire time. Luckily, though, we know how to enjoy each other’s company without griping. We saw a few dolphins but that was it. I would NEVER do it again in the July heat. I would do it again, however, in the spring or fall or even sit outside in the summer because there would be a breeze - that would definitely be the preference over feeling like a sardine in a can without adequate ventilation.

On the inside would be...

Trinette_M, Jul 2026
On the inside would be great to you guys. Everything was very nice. We noticed the music upstairs was more audible than the music inside the cabin. The entree and desert were delicious. Ambience was appropriate for dinner cruise. The staff was very attentive. I would highly recommend this experience when visiting Hilton Head Island.

No entertainment, food...

Michael_M, Jul 2026
No entertainment, food choices limited. Nothing like riverboat dinner cruise in near by Savannah, Ga.
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