Cruise by boat to Daufuskie Island for Lowcountry history and landmarks
4 hours
Up to 12 people
Boat cruise, guide, golf cart
Travel by boat from Hilton Head Island to Daufuskie Island and explore its undeveloped side with an interpretive naturalist and historian guide. Visit key Lowcountry sites, including the First African Baptist Church, and learn about the people who shaped the island.
Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the Outside Palmetto Bluff Retail Store under the Canoe Club Restaurant at 41 Boat House St., Bluffton, SC 29910.
Cancel up to 48 hours before your tour. Cancellations after that are charged the full amount. Weather cancellations are at the sole discretion of Outside; if they cancel due to weather there will be no charge or they will issue a credit for payments made.
Arrive 15 minutes before your tour time.
Wear clothing that feels comfortable for a walk on the beach. The boat ride can feel cooler, so bring an extra outer layer or shell.
Bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a bottle of water for each person.
This activity will meet at the Paddle House which is located underneath the Canoe Club Restaurant. Address: 41 Boat House St. Bluffton, SC 29910
This operation stands out for its exceptional guides who truly know their stuff. Travelers consistently praise captains like Pete, Kelly, Dan, and Dean for their deep knowledge of local history, marine life, and the Gullah community. The guides don't just drive boats or lead tours—they actively search for dolphins, share fascinating facts about the marshland ecosystem, and make every outing feel personalized and engaging. The variety of experiences impresses visitors too. You can choose from dolphin tours, kayaking excursions through the marsh, eBike adventures, or historic trips to Daufuskie Island. Reviewers mention spotting tons of dolphins up close, catching gorgeous sunsets, and learning about everything from feeding behaviors to local flora and fauna. Multiple families with young children had wonderful experiences, with guides like CT providing appropriately sized equipment and keeping kids entertained. What really shines through is how genuinely friendly and caring these guides are—people specifically request them by name and remember their tours as trip highlights.
Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.
Winsome Lenfert
April 2, 2026
Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.
Winsome Lenfert
April 2, 2026