22 foot carolina skiff with bimini for dolphin tours

A Better Tour on A Better Boat

  • When looking for the perfect tour for you and your loved ones, remember that not all are equal. We pride ourselves in keeping our cruises, tours and adventure in the LowCountry, uncrowded and personal. Here are a few things to make sure we are the right tour for you…
  • Price: You may be looking at one tour that charges $49.75 and another at $39 and wonder “what could be different?” The options below should explain that and help you choose.
  • Duration: Looking around you will notice that many other companies have shorter tours. Not a big deal until you take into account that most docks and marinas are in no-wake zones and it can take time to get you to those special places.
  • Boats: The difference between $10-$15 per head can mean that you are crammed on a boat with 50 other people all squeezing to see the same dolphin, from 4 feet above the water. See our boats in the graph for a better understanding of what we offer.
  • Knowledge: We have been doing this for 16 years and know where the wildlife is at any tide or weather. Other tour companies may use interns and newbies to the Hilton Head estuary.

Guaranteed Dolphin Boat Tours

See dolphin up close, in their native habitat, without the crowds!

Set out on a family-friendly quest with our premium Dolphin Discovery Tours. Embark on an remarkable journey where you are guaranteed an encounter with these magnificent creatures. Our tours depart multiple times throughout the day, each lasting an 1 hour and 45 minutes(up to 2 hours, if we just can’t leave some strand feeding).

Unlike other tour operators, we pride ourselves on ensuring an intimate and comfortable experience for you and your family. With us, you’ll never share the deck with more than 6 passengers(Many other boats have , 20, 50 or even more passengers!) Create lasting memories with your loved ones as you cast off on this extraordinary adventure. (Private and Shared boat options)

sandy beaches. beach combing on hilton head island south carolina is a great way to find shells of all kinds.

Beach Combing & Vanishing Island

Are shells, dolphin and exploring top of your list? Than this is the trip for you!

Create Memorable Family Moments on Our Extended Dolphin and Beach Combing Tour. Experience the Lowcountry like never before with this family-oriented tour! We’ve crafted an extended adventure that goes beyond our regular guaranteed dolphin tour, offering you and your loved ones a journey filled with shell hunting and exploration.

Discover our Unique Vanishing Island: Located just off Daufuskie Island, the Vanishing Island is a hidden gem accessible only by boat. Here, you’ll encounter sand dollars, starfish, and seashells rarely found on the popular Hilton Head beaches

Sunset Cruise w/ Guaranteed Dolphins

Enjoy the best of Hilton Head’s sunsets with guaranteed dolphins encounters!

There’s truly no better place than out on a boat with the dolphins to relax and experience Hilton Head’s beautiful sunsets. Our up close and personal tours set you up for the best photo opportunities and a chance to be eye level with these amazing creatures. Create lasting memories with family and friends. Never more than 6 passengers per boat(other options available) and guaranteed to see dolphins.

Fireworks & Guaranteed Dolphin Tour

Experience the Ultimate Island Getaway with fireworks and dolphin playing!

Prepare for an extraordinary evening of Fireworks and Dolphins. With limitted boats available on this special night and ONLY on Tuesdays throughout the season, be sure to book early to secure your spot! (There are only 11 fireworks Tuesdays for the season!)

The near coastal dolphin are an incredible animal and extremely fun to watch. The are playful, inquisitive and down right AMAZING to watch. It’s an extraordinary experience that will create lasting memories.

Then enjoy a stunning fireworks show, without having to worry about the crowds.

Family Shark Fishing Excursion

A Lot of fun, excitement and sharks teeth for the whole family!

The greatest part about this top rated trip is anything could bite your hook!

Our 3 hour Shark Fishing adventure promises to be an unforgettable experience for all ages and is designed for beginners to intermediate and families with children. From curious kids to hard-to-please teenagers, this experience is perfect for them all. No experience, no problem. Come out with us and we have everything you need to have a great time.

Our 4 Hour Family Fishing allows for more time for exploring, after ya’ll get your fill of sharks.

Family Shell Hunt & Dolphin Tour

Find shells with the kids & see dolphins in their native habitat!

Our Shell Hunting & Dolphin Tour takes you and your family to some shell hot spot or small beaches to comb where you will find shell after shell. Join our captain on an adventure your kids will love. If your looking for shells…there is no better trip. Looking for a longer trip? Book our Beachcomber Tour!

This one is one of our favorite boat trips as people love to cruise on Hilton Head, grab some easy to find shells and entertain the kids(that may not always be easy to please) on the perfect length adventure.

Shark Tooth Hunting Excursion

An incredible journey into the past with 2million year old teeth!

Take the family on an adventure through the back waters and islands of the Lowcountry. Cruise our salt water estuaries on the hunt for sharks teeth. Some are millions of years old with the chance of finding a Megalodon tooth!

This 3 hour tour gives ample time to cruise, explore, enjoy the cool breeze and excitement of the hunt. Like every tour, the captain is yours for the entire time. You want to stop and watch the dolphins…no problem. Just sit back and enjoy the island life!

Get Up Close and Personal with Dolphins

As we approach the dolphins, we often turn off the boat to appreciate the tranquility of the surroundings and listen to the dolphins’ exhales as they come to the surface. Yes, we can get that close! It’s truly a remarkable sight. The dolphins are just as curious about us as we are about them, and they might even swim right up to the boat, providing excellent photo opportunities. Y

You won’t need a zoom lens to capture these magical moments with us.

Experience the Wonder of Dolphins on Our Tours!

At Dolphin Discoveries, we guarantee an unforgettable experience with dolphins. Unlike many bigger boat tours with set routes, we take you “where the dolphins are now,” increasing your chances of encountering these amazing creatures up close. Our intimate tours, limited to a maximum of six people per boat, ensure a more personalized and immersive experience.

Don’t confuse us with the “big head boat tours” that might offer discounted rates for kids or accommodate up to 40 passengers. While those tours can still be enjoyable boat rides, they do not guarantee dolphin sightings or get you as close to the dolphins as we do. We prioritize your experience and ensure an encounter you’ll remember forever.

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Of A Lifetime?