Customize a private celebration cruise with island stops and your own playlist
3 Hours
Up to 20 people
Custom cruise, Bluetooth stereo
Shape a private celebration cruise around the island stops and activities your group prefers. Set the mood with your own music on the onboard Bluetooth stereo.
Cancel 72+ hours before departure for a 50% refund; cancel 48–72 hours before departure for a 25% refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are charged in full. Receive a full refund if weather cancels the trip and it cannot be rescheduled.
Product ID: T9VD8Y
Pay a captain fee of $150 separately before your cruise. Gas is not included; the captain will estimate it and charge it at the end of the tour. Gratuity is not included.
Bring sunglasses, a hat, and lotion sunscreen (avoid spray sunscreen because it can stain the boat seats), plus any food and drinks you want. In the off-season, bring a warm sweatshirt; in winter, bring a jacket.
Yes. Bring your own food and drinks, including adult beverages. If you bring red wine, bring cups with tops.
Hilton Head RV Resort and Marina, 43 Jenkins Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
This is one of those rare tour operations where the captains genuinely seem to care about giving you a memorable experience, not just running through the motions. Captain Dave and Captain Neil get mentioned by name repeatedly, and guests consistently praise how knowledgeable, accommodating, and genuinely friendly they are. They share fascinating local history about Hilton Head and Daufuskie Island, point out interesting homes and landmarks, and have a real talent for tracking down dolphin pods. What stands out is the personal touch: they'll adjust routes based on tides, pick you up from your resort, drop you at restaurants, keep you updated on weather concerns, and generally go out of their way to customize the experience to what you want. The dolphin sightings seem to be pretty reliable, with multiple reviewers mentioning they saw dolphins throughout their entire tour or spotted numerous pods up close. A few guests noted they didn't see huge numbers, but even then they had a great time thanks to the captains' commentary and relaxed vibe. Families with young kids especially appreciate how patient and entertaining the captains are, and the laid-back atmosphere means you might get to jump in for a swim or even steer the boat if you ask. Several groups braved iffy weather and were glad they did, which speaks to how the captains manage expectations and make the best of conditions. The sunset cruises get particular love for spectacular views on the way back. Overall, this feels like the kind of personalized small-boat tour that beats the crowded group cruises hands down.
We had a blast on this tour. We saw so many dolphins and learned so much about the island. Neil was a great tour guide!
Stefanie Jurista
August 25, 2026
We had a blast on this tour. We saw so many dolphins and learned so much about the island. Neil was a great tour guide!
Stefanie Jurista
August 25, 2026

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