Saw this tour advertised before we came down and I thought the kids would enjoy the dolphins and…read morefireworks. It was a perfect night on the water. Captain Cody was so cool and super informative. The kids really enjoyed all the information he shared. Seeing the dolphins up close was so awesome for our 4 year old, the fireworks on the water was the perfect ending to the evening! Highly recommend!

Our guide Kathy was knowledgeable, friendly and fun! We had a great day on the water with her. The…read moretrip is fantastic. We saw and learned about oysters, the tides and how they work. We were given ample time to wonder all over the large sandbar area finding lots of sand dollars and leaving behind anything still living, except the humans. Haha Highly recommend this trip if you are ever in the area.

We had a great experience with Captain Mark! Boat ride was fun, safe clean and the staff was great…read moretoo and very courteous. Captain Mark was informative about the area with historical facts but not overwhelming. And he had a few Dad type jokes that we enjoyed. We saw several dolphins, I was able to take a great short video.

This was very insightful and fun. Captain Mark is very attentive and very knowledgeable about the…read morearea as well as the ecosystem. He stayed out later to ensure we were able to see plenty of dolphins. I would highly recommend this for anyone looking for a good tour! 5 stars and that's only because I couldn't get more.

Captain Neil is awesome! This boat tour was everything we could ask for. It was affordable (a set…read moreprice for up to six people), fun, informative and just a good experience. It's BYOB and snacks and he let us collect to the Bluetooth to play our music. Being able to see some dolphins was definitely a plus. I you have a group or just want to have a fun date check them out!

We had a great sunset cruise with Captain David! We were able to see great views all around Hilton…read moreHead Island, learned a lot about the nearby islands and the wildlife from David, and even got to see some dolphins. David was very professional, kind, funny, and informative. The boat was large, clean, and in great condition. I would definitely recommend Hilton Head Boat Charters for anyone visiting the area - it was a highlight of our trip!

We took our 5 year old daughter to see the Mermaid of Hilton Head. The experience did not…read moredisappoint! Mermaid Nina's friend, Pinky Plankton, guided us on a lovely boat ride to search for Nina. Pinky made the ride fun - interacting with the children, and educated us all about how to protect our oceans. The boat ride was an hour and fifteen minutes. The perfect amount of time for young children. The boat is comfortable and holds approximately 20 to 25 people. Once Nina was found, she stayed in character the entire time. Even when the evil Professor Al G tried to kidnap her. Nina explained how to protect the ocean and encouraged questions from children and adults too. When I was scheduling this excursion, I thought it was a little pricey, but after the experience was over (and watching how much fun my daughter had) I changed my mind and realized it was worth every penny! We took this boat ride to meet Nina over a month ago and my daughter is still talking about it! Highly recommend!

Best Dolphin and Sunset cruise on Hilton Head Island. Captain John and mate Annie are very…read moreknowledgeable about dolphins and all the other marine life and shore birds in the area.

The first time I visited Hilton Head, my family took this sunset cruise because we received a…read morevoucher after our time share presentation. For nostalgic reasons, I decided to treat the family to one on our visit to Hilton Head this year. We were fortunate to find a parking space in the parking lot near the Lighthouse at Sea Pines. We walked around a bit until one of the benches in the harbor opened up. The family stayed there while I went to figure out where to get onto the boat. This gave me the opportunity to take some pictures in the harbor. When we boarded the boat, we were guided to a table on the lower deck which was air conditioned. The sun was blazing through the window and we unfortunately did not have a shade that we could pull down like there were at some of the other tables. We made the best of it. Our server was very friendly. He explained that he was working to meet people and to see what he could learn. By the end of the trip, he exchanged information with my son. The meal was surprisingly good. I was skeptical and thought that it might be bland because it was mass produced. Every dish was prepared well and had good flavor. Everyone in my party truly enjoyed their meals. The sights are tremendous. We saw a few dolphins while the boat was underway. The sunset was breathtaking. I definitely recommend this experience.

Have you ever been on a "Shrimp Trawlin?" When visiting Hilton Head Island, SC, be sure to go on…read morethe 2 hour Vagabond Cruise website to reserve a spot for Shrimp Trawlin for $44 pp. This experience takes you on the harbor towards Tybee Island, GA and any shrimp caught, is yours to keep. If you're lucky, you might see dolphins and sharks like we did. It was a neat experience. You can buy soft drinks and alcoholic beverages during tour be sure to bring cash and sunscreen. Check it out next time you're visiting the area. Happy Yelping :)

What a great and fun experience. Our guide, Jordan was exceptional. He was very patient and was…read moreall about safety with our group. We saw many dolphins and Jordan knew exactly where they were going to be.

We tried this for the first time this year and LOVED it! It was a rainy, overcast day and they…read morestayed in communication with us the night before and morning if our trip to talk about the weather patterns and give us the opportunity to reschedule if we'd rather do that. Very personable! We ended up doing the speedboats rather than the skiffs and had a great time! They're two seaters, one of you will drive and they do a full walkthrough ahead of time so you're comfortable. James led our tour. We probably stopped 6 times during our time out to look at dolphins he spotted. They got within 8 feet of us! We got to see a lot of the island's coastline as well. They also took pictures of our group all throughout the tour! DEFINITELY recommend!

We had such a blast on our private cruise with Captain Chris. We were somewhat nervous about taking…read moreour four month old out for a sunset cruise but went for it as his schedule was wonky from a day of travel anyway. The required life vest wasn't his favorite but he got used to it. Chris was accommodating to anything we wanted or needed and taught us a lot about the island and it's wildlife. We had great conversation and of course saw many dolphin and a beautiful sunset. I'm so glad we did this in general, but especially on night one. He gave recommendations for the rest of our trip that were also great. Thanks Chris!! Tip: Upon arrival to the street, take your first right at the signs for the marina instead of going all the way down like google maps says.

Our group of 10 went out in 2 boats with Captain Heath and Captain Greg for a sunset dolphin…read morecruise. They were so fun and knowledgeable. We had the best time!!

Amazing Day of Shark Fishing! Captain Jack took out our group for a morning of shark fishing and…read morewas completely wonderful. This is our fourth year booking with Drifter Excursions and cannot recommend them enough. If you are looking for a fun family adventure make sure to give them a try! you won't be disappointed.

Was in very shallow water the entire time and only moved one time. Not one person on the boat got a…read morekeeper.. look else where.

Shelter Cove is a great spot to stroll, shop, grab a bite to eat, or just relax along the inland…read morewaterway. We visited on a Tuesday night and caught the weekly fireworks show, which made for a fun evening. It's a lively place with beautiful views and definitely worth adding to your Hilton Head itinerary.

Off season, and so many of my favorite eateries and boutiques are gone. I could only wish I had the…read moremoney that some spend on the boats parked here. Wow. The restaurants are common...think wings and fried shrimp. One gallery which doesn't have nearly has much ad it used to, and Christmas shop was low on Jim Shore. It is fun to look at the boats though.

Having recently re-read Pat Conroy's The Water Is Wide, I was so excited to learn about Sallie…read moreAnn's tour of Daufuski Island (Yamacraw). She is delightful and her tour was so special. Her stories of growing up in the Gullah Geechee community on Daufuski and being taught by Conroy were amazing. It was like having the book come alive for 3 hours. The hour Ferry ride to the island was also very enjoyable. Definitely one of the highlights of our vacation in Beaufort, SC.

Ms. Sallie Ann's tour is a wonderful experience. Pick up directly from the Daufuskie island ferry…read moredock. Board her clean, comfy coach ride, multi stop tour with personable oration given by the lovely and knowledgeable Sallie Ann herself. Ms. Sallie was so pleasant, welcoming and attentive. I found her historical retellings of Daufuskie islander's lives engaging and natural beauty of the island unforgettable. A must do when visiting Hilton Head.