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Hilton Head Island Sunset Dolphin Tour

Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Hilton Head Island, USA
Popular pick
Booked 5+ times last week!
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Justin_K ·
Jul 2025
Captain Wyatt and First Mate Olivia were great! Very knowledgeable about the area and the tour. Found dolphins throughout the entire ride. While other boats were disrespectful in my opinion, getting within feet of the dolphins when they surfaced, captain wyatt keep his distance respecting their space, yet got as close as you could want to be for a great view. Would definitely recommend this company and dolphin tour!
· Laura_W ·
Mar 2026
Well worth the trip, had a great time seeing multiple sets of dolphins 🐬 comfortable ride and Wendy was great

Overview

Sit back and relax while a United States Coast Guard-licensed captain steers this boat tour toward stunning sunset views and a chance to spot wild dolphins. This 1.5-hour wildlife experience is fun and educational for children and grown-ups alike, with a friendly crew who’ll navigate the water for you and help you learn more about the local ecosystem.
  • An entertaining and kid-friendly sunset tour thanks to a personable crew
  • Keep on the lookout for wild dolphins
  • Ideal for everything from romantic outings to fun family excursions
  • Set sail for the sunset and learn all about local marine wildlife

What's Included

  • 90 Minute Dolphin Tour
  • Explore the beautiful Lowcountry with our crew of locals who are dedicated to fun and education
  • Up close, **Guaranteed** dolphin sightings
  • Beautiful views of the Lowcountry Sunset
  • Photos of your family (on your device)
  • Gratuity not included but always appreciated.
  • Drinks and Snacks not included but available for purchase in our check-in office.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Lowcountry Watersports | Hilton Head Dolphin Tours, Boat Tours, & Jet Ski Rentals
    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.

Itinerary

Hilton Head (Pass By)

Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum (Pass By)

Daufuskie Island (Pass By)

Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines (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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 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

KarinStadler
We had a great time with Wendy and Captain Wyatt! They were so friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the dolphins. We saw many dolphins, including a mom and baby! Plus the scenery was beautiful. We would absolutely do this again.

Reviews

4.9
based on 81 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience

Laura_W, Mar 2026
Well worth the trip, had a great time seeing multiple sets of dolphins 🐬 comfortable ride and Wendy was great

Amazing!

Charity_C, Mar 2026
Michelle and Captain Michael were so amazing! Anytime we saw a dolphin Captain Michael would make sure to turn the boat that direction or get closer. Michelle was so knowledgeable about the area! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Two 14 years old boys even said this is so cool.

Wonderful time

Jerriann_B, Sep 2025
Captain Pete knew where to find the beat area for dolphins and Wendy is very knowledgeable about the area and dolphins. Would definitely take this cruise again and recommend to others.

Lots of fun with Dolphins!

Michael_M, Sep 2025
Great boat ride with plenty of dolphin viewing, the crew told us lots of history and good info about the Hilton Head area.

Sunset dolphin cruise.

JOSEPH_E, Aug 2025
Captain Steve and the first mate were great. They said we would be seeing dolphins, but we didn't realize that we would actually see a pod. The roost 10 of them and we saw many more plus they were very informative about the history of the island. All in all, a very enjoyable cruise.

Dolphin tour review

Terrence_C, Aug 2025
If the weather is bad they won’t cancel it and you will lose your money. In this case weather was bad, raining really hard, no sun was out so the tour wouldn’t even be a “sunset” tour!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

I believe you’re referring to Wednesday 8/20 sunset dolphin tour which you did not show up for. The rain cleared up earlier in the day, the tour did run & we experienced a beautiful sunset. Writing a negative review for a tour you didn’t attend is baseless.

Great kayaking adventure!...

Kara_T, Aug 2025
Great kayaking adventure! Our guide Sloan was fantastic! We got in a great workout and learned about the ecosystem.

Awesome dolphin cruise!

Matt_S, Jul 2025
Captain Moto and his crew were awesome! We saw plenty of dolphins, and they let kids on the cruise steer the boat for a bit! 5 stars recommended!

Great time

Justin_K, Jul 2025
Captain Wyatt and First Mate Olivia were great! Very knowledgeable about the area and the tour. Found dolphins throughout the entire ride. While other boats were disrespectful in my opinion, getting within feet of the dolphins when they surfaced, captain wyatt keep his distance respecting their space, yet got as close as you could want to be for a great view. Would definitely recommend this company and dolphin tour!

Magical evening

Tahra_M, Jul 2025
Wonderful time, saw dolphins playing and beautiful sunset. The captain and first mate were the best!!

Simply the Best!

Meredith_J, Jul 2025
We found this dolphin cruise by sorting for best rated cruise. This experience fully delivered. The owner was on our boat and made the entire experience fulfilling and delightful. His knowledgeable staff was engaging and professional. We saw many dolphins, and even took a little extra time as the sun went down. We will use this company again and again.

Fantastic!

Kristi_J, Jul 2025
We had an amazing time!! The crew was FANTASTIC and made sure everyone had a great time. The sunset along with the dolphins were beautiful.

No regrets- great tour!

Jim_R, Jul 2025
Our family really enjoyed this tour! My young adult children were skeptical beforehand but agreed that it was definitely worth doing while in Hilton Head. We enjoyed the time on the water. First Mate Kim and Captain Wyatt were professional, personable, and worked to make sure we had a great experience and saw dolphins. We would recommend for all ages!

Great experience

Deirdre_W, Jun 2025
This was a great experience enjoyed by my family. We saw lots of dolphins actually doing lots of flips

Great tour!

Sarah_O, Jun 2025
Personable tour guide Kim and Captain Mary were lovely hosts! We saw lots of dolphins (including an adorable baby!), a double rainbow, and the sunset from the boat. Everyone had a good time!

Captain Mary and Kim gave...

Dominique_F, Jun 2025
Captain Mary and Kim gave us an amazing experience!!! We saw tons of dolphins! The music was awesome too. Definitely recommend.

The captain and guide...

Elizabeth_R, May 2025
The captain and guide were knowledgeable, entertaining and truly cares about giving their guests a great experience! I would highly recommend it!

Great dolphin adventure

James_T, May 2025
Capt Kate and her first mate Amber were very knowledgeable and brought us right to where the dolphins were. There were many playing and swimming around us. The sunset views were stunning. The boat ride was comfortable.

Renee Cortland

reneecortland71, May 2025
We had a wonderful experience on our evening dolphin tour ! The night was beautiful. Our guide was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We saw many dolphins ! The boat was comfortable and not oversold . It felt very hospitable and relaxing ! I would highly recommend this excursion!

Gorgeous sunset!

Carol_B, May 2025
Beautiful sunset cruise! Captain Mary and First Mate Wendy were great guides. Saw plenty of dolphins and jellyfish. Sunset was gorgeous!

Awesome trip

Kelly_H, Apr 2025
We had a great time. Captain Wyatt and Wendy were great. Very informative. Great cruise on the ocean, spotted alot of dolphins and a beautiful sunset. Would do again.

Great time!

kim, Apr 2025
Captain Mary and First Mate Kim were wonderful! Great way to spend our last night in Hilton Head. Highly recommend it.

Dolphins & Sunset

KarinStadler, Apr 2025
We had a great time with Wendy and Captain Wyatt! They were so friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the dolphins. We saw many dolphins, including a mom and baby! Plus the scenery was beautiful. We would absolutely do this again.

Excellent tour with Wyatt...

Christos_D, Apr 2025
Excellent tour with Wyatt and Wendy, very energetic, informative and fun! Lots of dolphin sightings.

Fun in the Sunset. 🌞

joann_R, Mar 2025
We saw many dolphin on this ride. The crew was very informative. Well worth the time. Would highly recommend this company.

Captain Kate and her crew mate were great

Andrea_B, Aug 2024
Great tour. Very informative. Saw many dolphins. Tour guides were very informative. Everyone enjoyed the tour

So much fun!!!

Courtney_C, Jul 2024
So much fun!!! Paige and Spike were great and we saw many dolphins. Loved this experience. I would definitely do this again or recommend this.

Awesome!

Rachel_C, Jul 2024
We loved our cruise! The music, learning neat things about the area and Chrissy & Captain were awesome! We saw many dolphins and the birds put on a show!

Great time

Jennifer_D, Jul 2024
Beautiful ride. We saw several dolphins. Guides were very informative. We would definitely recommend & go again ourselves.

Great experience! Friendly guides

Ansley_N, Jun 2024
Great tour! Our first mate Jess was extremely friendly and had knowledgeable about local wildlife. Would return next time we’re in HHI!

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