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    Folly Beach Private Dolphin Watch Sail

    Sail Lowcountry waters with a maritime guide and flexible narration

    5.0 stars• 176 reviews
    From$397incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2–3 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Private sail, captain, cooler

    Highlights

    Explore Folly Beach waterways aboard a private boat with an experienced maritime guide. Shape the narration around Charleston and Lowcountry history, culture, and stories.
    • Sail the Folly River, Stono River, or Folly Creek based on wind direction
    • Watch for dolphins, pelicans, herons, osprey, egrets, and other local wildlife
    • Stop at an isolated island for shelling or a swim when conditions and your group allow
    • Bring sunscreen, bottled water, drinks, snacks, and a camera
    • Customize the level of captain narration to your group's interests

    What's Included

    • Onboard cooler
    • Swim ladder

    Know before you go

    • Dogs are limited to small and medium sizes

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund for cancellations at least 7 days before sailing; 50% refund the day before. Day-of cancellations are charged in full. A refund is provided if the captain cancels due to weather and cannot reschedule.

    FAQs

    No. Dolphins, pelicans, and other sea birds live in these waters year-round, and dolphin sightings are often possible, but wildlife cannot be guaranteed.

    The Stiletto 27 catamaran has twin hulls for stability and does not lean over like a single-hulled sailboat.

    Meeting details

    Folly River boat landing, Center Street

    Experience provided by Sail Folly
    Experience provided by Sail Folly

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    $397.50

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    $636

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    Review summary

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    Captain Johnny is the name you'll hear most often from guests, and for good reason. He's warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making each trip memorable, whether that means teaching a curious passenger the basics of sailing, snapping photos for a bachelorette group, or quietly providing champagne for a surprise proposal. Captains Mark and Paul also earn high praise from guests who sailed with them, so the crew across the board seems to reflect the same welcoming, laid-back approach. The experiences themselves lean heavily toward sunset sails and sandbar stops, with dolphin sightings coming up in nearly every review. Guests bring dogs, kids, grandparents, and everyone in between, and the vibe consistently comes across as relaxed and unhurried rather than rushed or overly touristy. The catamaran setup includes hammocks off the bow, a cooler, and a Bluetooth speaker, small touches that add up. Repeat visitors are also notably common, which says a lot about what people actually take away from the experience.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a great sunset tour! We all said it was the highlight of our trip. Will definitely book again if we're ever in the area. Highly recommend!

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    Michelle Proctor

    June 13, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a great sunset tour! We all said it was the highlight of our trip. Will definitely book again if we're ever in the area. Highly recommend!

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    Michelle Proctor

    June 13, 2026

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