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    May River Excursions

    May River Excursions

    4.9 • 514 reviews
    Bluffton, SC

    Rooted in generations of Lowcountry watermen, May River Excursions is family owned and captained by lifelong Bluffton locals. Step aboard one of their custom boats—often with friendly golden retrievers as deckhands—and glide throu...

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    Explore Lowcountry Backwaters on a Private Boat Tour

    Cruise the Lowcountry backwaters with a private local captain

    From$556
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    Catch Crabs on a 1.5-Hour Bluffton Charter

    Harvest crabs on a private Bluffton charter with gear included

    $318
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    Private Inshore Fishing Charter in Bluffton

    Private inshore fishing for up to 6 in Bluffton backwaters

    From$397
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    Sunset River Cruise in Bluffton

    Cruise the May River at sunset

    From$63person
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    Explore the May River Ecology in Bluffton

    Learn about May River wildlife on a 1.5-hour ecology excursion

    From$53person
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    Bluffton Dolphin Viewing Cruise on the May River

    Cruise the May River to spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins

    From$53person
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    Historic May River Cruise in Bluffton

    Cruise the May River and learn Bluffton’s history

    From$53person

    Review summary

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    With an exceptional track record and nearly perfect ratings, this outfitter delivers consistently memorable experiences on the water. Multiple captains earn praise throughout the reviews, particularly Fred and Chris, who stand out for their deep knowledge of local ecology, history, and wildlife. Guests rave about their engaging personalities and ability to make every trip feel special, whether it's a fishing charter, dolphin tour, or historical river excursion. The dolphin encounters are repeatedly described as exceptional, with pods often swimming alongside the boat for extended periods. Captains demonstrate real expertise in finding wildlife, including strand feeding displays and bald eagle sightings that guests compare to National Geographic experiences. Fishing charters produce impressive catches, and specialty trips like crabbing excursions are handled with patience and enthusiasm, even with excited children on board. Families particularly appreciate how well captains accommodate all ages, from babies to grandparents. The May River setting offers access to beautiful areas you can't reach by car, making this a standout way to explore the Bluffton region.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We did a private river tour with Chris and had a great time. Saw some awesome stuff, a bald eagle and dolphins. Definitely a must for visitors and residents alike. Many thanks Captain Chris!

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    Michael Justice

    May 11, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We did a private river tour with Chris and had a great time. Saw some awesome stuff, a bald eagle and dolphins. Definitely a must for visitors and residents alike. Many thanks Captain Chris!

    Photo of Michael Justice

    Michael Justice

    May 11, 2026