Search Broad Creek for dolphins with a naturalist captain on a comfortable boat
90 Minutes
Boat tour, Naturalist captain
Explore Broad Creek by boat and search for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the salt marsh. Learn about the island’s history as your naturalist captain shares stories of the Lowcountry.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure. Dress for water activities and sun protection. Tours are offered year-round; times may vary seasonally.
Cancellations accepted up to 48 hours before the scheduled time. After that, the full amount is charged. Weather cancellations are at the discretion of Outside; if canceled due to weather, they will try to reschedule or there will be no charge.
1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
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.
Outstanding! Well worth the time and money for this piece of history. Captain Pete is a wealth of knowledge on local history. This was the highlight of our trip
Brad Wheeling
December 3, 2025
Outstanding! Well worth the time and money for this piece of history. Captain Pete is a wealth of knowledge on local history. This was the highlight of our trip
Brad Wheeling
December 3, 2025