Private sunset cruise with dolphin watching in Hilton Head
90 minutes
Captain, bottled water
Explore Hilton Head’s salt marshes on a 90-minute private cruise and watch for local dolphins as the sun sets over the Lowcountry. Bring your own snacks and beverages to enjoy on board.
Gratuity for your guide and/or captain is not included.
Cancel up to 48 hours before your scheduled tour time. Cancellations after that are charged the full amount. Weather cancellations are at Outside's sole discretion; if they cancel due to weather, there will be no charge or they will issue a credit for any payments made.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Check in at the outdoor kiosk (desk) located between the parking lot and the docks, near the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and ELA's on the Water Restaurant.
Parking can fill up quickly during summer. Arrive early to secure parking. If the lot near the outpost is full, use additional parking near the shops by the Neptune statue and walk toward the water side of the marina, then follow the pathway left to the desk.
1 Shelter Cove Lane
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