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    Port Royal Eco Beachcombing Cruise

    Search a boat-access-only beach for shells and coastal treasures

    5.0 stars• 122 reviews

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Boat, licensed captain, seating

    Highlights

    Explore a beach accessible only by boat and search its shore for natural treasures. Cruise the surrounding waters while looking for coastal wildlife along the way.

    • Search for shells, sand dollars, shark teeth, and other treasures
    • Look for dolphins, birds, and other wildlife from the boat
    • Explore a less-crowded beach reached only by water
    • Cruise coastal waters on the way to and from the beach

    Itinerary

    Trip timing is flexible but we typically spend 30 minutes on the boat, an hour at the beach and 30 minutes cruising and looking for cool stuff on our way back.

    What's Included

    • Boat
    • Licensed captain and tour guide

    Important details

    • Captain gratuity is not included in the listed price; 15–20% is recommended but not required

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    Product ID: RNVTC2

    FAQs

    Your trip includes seating for up to six passengers.

    A licensed captain and tour guide is included with the boat.

    Timing is flexible, but a typical plan is about 30 minutes on the boat ride out, about 1 hour at the beach, and about 30 minutes cruising on the way back.

    Meeting details

    Station Creek Landing, State Rd S-7-477, St Helena Island, SC 29920

    Experience provided by Beaufort Dolphin Adventures

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    2 Hr Adventure

    $395

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    You'll have an excellent time exploring Beaufort's waters with this consistently praised tour company. The captains—particularly Rob, John, and Michelle—earn glowing praise for their extensive knowledge of local history, marine life, and ecology. Reviewers repeatedly mention how their genuine passion for the area shines through, making the tours both educational and entertaining without feeling overdone. Dolphin sightings are practically guaranteed, with guests regularly spotting both adults and juveniles swimming remarkably close to the boat. Beyond dolphins, some tours have encountered sharks, alligators, and even monkeys on Morgan Island excursions. The boats themselves are comfortable and clean, providing a relaxed setting to enjoy the scenic Lowcountry views from the water. The captains keep close watch on weather conditions and communicate well with guests, ensuring safe and enjoyable outings at a comfortable pace. <analysis> This summary captures the perfect 5-star rating pattern and highlights the key strengths: knowledgeable captains (mentioned by name), abundant dolphin sightings, comfortable boats, and the educational yet entertaining nature of the tours. No meaningful complaints emerged from the reviews, which is consistent with the 88 perfect ratings. The wildlife variety and water perspective of Beaufort's history are differentiating factors worth mentioning for decision-making. </analysis>

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    My family and I got to enjoy 2 tours with Dolphin Adventures. Our 1st tour was with captain John . He was extremely knowledgeable of the whole area and was very engaging with us. We got to see a lot of dolphins and learn a lot about area. Our 2nd tour was with captain Rob which was also very enjoyable as he too was very engaging with us and very accommodating for us. We had called late in the afternoon to see if it was possible to get a tour so we could take our new marine out , and they made it work for us. So I would highly recommend people to take tours with them.

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    Michael Gossard

    August 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My family and I got to enjoy 2 tours with Dolphin Adventures. Our 1st tour was with captain John . He was extremely knowledgeable of the whole area and was very engaging with us. We got to see a lot of dolphins and learn a lot about area. Our 2nd tour was with captain Rob which was also very enjoyable as he too was very engaging with us and very accommodating for us. We had called late in the afternoon to see if it was possible to get a tour so we could take our new marine out , and they made it work for us. So I would highly recommend people to take tours with them.

    Photo of Michael Gossard

    Michael Gossard

    August 23, 2026

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