Charter a private boat with a licensed captain and naturalist for up to 6 passengers
Up to 6 people
Private boat, USCG captain
Book a completely private boating trip with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain who is also a trained interpretive naturalist. Choose from options like backwater boating, dolphin watching, tubing, and beachcombing.
Cancel up to 48 hours in advance of the scheduled time. Cancellations after that deadline 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 any payments made.
Wear clothing that works for a walk on the beach. Bring an extra outer layer or shell because it can feel cooler on the boat. Bring sun protection like a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Parking can fill up quickly during summer. Arrive early to secure parking. If the lot near the outpost is full, use the additional parking near the shops to the left of the Neptune statue and walk along the marina pathway to the southwest corner near the Ship Store and Ela’s on the Water.
This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina.
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