Moonlit kayak tour on the May River with single or tandem options
2 hours
Paddle the Lowcountry waters by moonlight on a guided nature tour along the May River. No kayak experience is necessary.
Children 12 and under must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult. Payment is due at the time of booking; if payment is not received within 24 hours of departure, you may receive a cancellation email.
Cancel up to 48 hours before your tour. After that, you will be 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 any payments made.
Wear clothes that feel comfortable for a walk on the beach. Swimsuits are optional. Choose footwear that stays on your feet in the water (sport sandals or old sneakers work). Bring sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) and a bottle of water for each person. In spring and fall mornings and evenings, bring bug spray if you need it.
No kayak experience is necessary.
Yes. Children 12 and under must be on a tandem kayak with an adult.
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