Hilton Heads Original Guaranteed Dolphin Tour
Welcome to Our Original Guaranteed Dolphin Tour
This private Guaranteed Dolphin Tour takes you through the scenic creeks and sounds of the Lowcountry while cruising alongside our local dolphins. In fact, we guarantee an encounter with the world’s coolest mammals; they truly never get old!
During these completely personalized excursions, we consistently find the dolphins and often have the chance to witness feeding, mating, playing, or other naturally occurring behaviors. However, if you are specifically looking for strand feeding, please check out that extended tour on our schedule instead.
Additionally, dolphins are not the only animals here in the Lowcountry. Throughout the year, you may also see a plethora of birds, rays, sharks, fish, and even manatees passing through our waters.
Guaranteed Dolphin Tour Information
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Duration |
1.75 Hours |
Longer tours available |
Take a Look at |
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Activities |
Guaranteed |
History and nature talks. |
Rays, Birds, Manatees |
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Capacity |
Private Tour- |
Shared Tour- |
Up to 24 guests w/ |
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Tailored for… |
Families | All Ages |
Friends | Parties |
Couples |
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Supplied for you |
Experienced Captain |
All Licenses |
Safety Equipment – |
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Recommended 🔥 |
Better Boating Package |
Drinks, snacks, sunblock, |
Walk on without a care… |
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What to Bring |
Hats, sunblock and |
water or drinks(no glass) |
snacks, lunch… |
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What to Know |
Specific Tides Only |
Call if not seeing |
Shared boats are seasonal |
Guaranteed Atlantic Near Costal Dolphin
The Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin is undoubtedly the most iconic marine inhabitant of the Hilton Head Island coastal waters. Beyond their fame, these highly intelligent mammals are easily recognized by their sleek grey bodies, short snouts, and seemingly permanent “smiles.”
In the Lowcountry specifically, we primarily encounter the near-coastal ecotype. This variety is typically smaller and lighter in color than its offshore counterparts, which effectively allows them to navigate our shallow salt marshes and tidal creeks with ease. Furthermore, these dolphins are renowned for their complex social structures and playful nature.
Most notably, they are famous for a rare behavior called strand feeding—a spectacle unique to the South Carolina and Georgia coasts. During this event, the dolphins work together to herd fish onto mudbanks (be sure to book our Strand Feeding tour for a chance to see this in person). Whether they are bow-riding alongside our boats or socializing in resident pods, these “local” dolphins truly represent the heartbeat of our coastal ecosystem.
Guaranteed Dolphin Tour Experience Tailored for You
Schedule and Booking Details
In regards to our Guaranteed Dolphin Tour, the summer schedule typically features departures at 7 am, 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm. Specifically, these times are designed to offer plenty of opportunities to see the wildlife throughout the day.
However, we highly recommend checking our online booking calendar for the most up-to-date information. This is because tour times may fluctuate slightly to accommodate our 3-hour tours or other seasonal adjustments. Ultimately, checking ahead ensures you have the most accurate departure times for your adventure.
Shared and Private Tour Options
Our Guaranteed Dolphin Boat Tours can be booked as either a shared or private experience. To begin with, shared tours allow other guests to join your group, whereas a private boat ensures complete exclusivity for you and your family. Regardless of the option you choose, please keep in mind that there is a three-person minimum required to leave the dock.
Consequently, if your group consists of two or fewer people, you can still secure a departure by booking three seats online or contacting us directly. In the event that you book three seats but only need two, please text us for confirmation; this way, we can provide a refund for the third seat if another group eventually joins the tour. Alternatively, you can simply look for a time slot that already has existing bookings.
On the other hand, if you prefer a tailored experience, our private tours are available for groups of all sizes and are designed specifically around your needs. These boats accommodate up to six guests; however, if your group is larger than six, you should book a “Rental w/ Captain” tour instead. Both options provide ample space to move around comfortably while dolphins play and cruise in our local waters.
Other Tours to Consider
To ensure you have the best experience possible, we offer a wide variety of tour options throughout the day, making it easy to find the one that is perfect for you. For example, if you are interested in searching for coastal treasures, you should check out our Shell Hunt or Beach Comber tours.
Alternatively, if you are looking for a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, you might prefer our Strand Feeding tour. In addition to these options, we offer our #1 rated Dolphins, Sharks & Shells tour, which is specifically designed to have something for everyone in the family. Finally, if you are looking for something else entirely, please just let us know; we are more than happy to create a custom itinerary specifically for you.
Our Guarantee
We operate throughout the year, ensuring that you can experience the wonders of dolphin encounters during any season. Rest assured, it’s highly unlikely to have a tour without dolphin sightings, but if it happens, we will gladly take you and your crew out again to find them.
LowCountry Water Ways for the Guaranteed Dolphin Tour
Book Your Guaranteed Dolphin Tour Today!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to spend time with the most incredible mammal in our waters. Create the memory of a lifetime!