Cruise to Morris Island and hike for fossils with a naturalist
3 Hours
Guided tour, Naturalist guide
Ride a motor boat through tidal creeks and marshes to uninhabited Morris Island, then hike the beach in search of fossils. Your naturalist guide explains what you’re finding and helps identify your discoveries along the way.
No digging is allowed, including in dunes or cliffs, per state and federal laws. No dogs or pets are allowed on guided group tours.
Cancel or reschedule more than 24 hours before departure with no penalty. Within 24 hours, tours are nonrefundable. Rescheduling within 24 hours has a 25% upcharge.
Arrive 20 minutes before your tour time for check-in.
Yes. Every person in your group must complete an electronic liability waiver before arrival. An adult must complete a waiver for each minor.
Bring multiple bottles of water per person, sunscreen or sun-resistant clothing, a hat, sunglasses or eyeglasses with a retaining strap, shoes you don’t mind getting sandy, a bag for fossils and shells, any required medications, and a camera or phone.
1871 Bowens Island Road Charleston, SC
The guides here are genuinely the star of the show. Names like Chris, Matt, Katie, Shane, and Shawn come up repeatedly, and reviewers consistently describe them as knowledgeable, personable, and deeply connected to the Low Country ecosystem. Whether it's explaining the tidal marshlands, sharing local history, or keeping a respectful distance from dolphin pods, the guides clearly bring real expertise and enthusiasm to every outing. The tour options are varied enough to suit different interests, from sunset kayak tours and fossil hunting to the popular OBX filming locations boat tour. Dolphin sightings come up in nearly every review, including mama and baby pairs, which feels like a genuine highlight rather than a lucky bonus. One reviewer even brought a group of 13 students for a full day of kayaking and fossil hunting, and another returned a second time with grandchildren, both raving about the experience. The overall vibe is relaxed and unhurried, with guides encouraging guests to move at their own pace and soak it all in. Family groups across wide age ranges, from young kids to seniors, seem to do really well here. It's the kind of place that earns repeat visits and strong word of mouth, and for good reason.
Definitely recommend the 6:15p guided kayak tour. Katie was a great guide. The water was clam, the sunset was beautiful, and we were able to experience some of the wildlife.
Melissa Devers
May 22, 2026
Definitely recommend the 6:15p guided kayak tour. Katie was a great guide. The water was clam, the sunset was beautiful, and we were able to experience some of the wildlife.
Melissa Devers
May 22, 2026