came to visit the island for the weekend with my boyfriend and decided to do…read moresomething fun. we LOVEEED this! JT our tour guide was awesome and super small group making it personable. would definitely book again!!

4th of July Pre booked online…read more So hubby is so excited with living here that he arranges for us to go out on a two person boat. Being it is a holiday we get there early and have breakfast within walking distance so we can get parking. Must have been our lucky day as we got the best parking space in the lot. We were instructed to arrive 45 minutes before the tour. Since we were there and checked in early as was the other group of six we left actually a few minutes early. The weather was perfect and we had on plenty of sunscreen. JD led the boats to different spots on the island so that we were able to see Dolphins. I was surprised that in the middle of the day that we were able to see so many. JD was kind and took pictures and sent them to everyone through What's App. What a great way to spend the day as well learn the island. The entire length of the trip was 2 1/2 hours. Definitely a must do on anyone visiting the Island. Just be warned you will get wet so plan accordingly. You are given a small cooler with ice and bottle waters

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.

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.

BEST DOG-FRIENDLY CRUISE EVER…read more We took Coopie on a dog-friendly cruise with Vagabond Cruise and WOW... we're still not over it From the second we stepped on, the crew made us (and Coopie) feel so welcome. It's actually one of those rare experiences where your dog isn't just allowed... they're part of the whole adventure We saw dolphins swimming right next to the boat (Coopie was LOCKED IN watching them ), and the views during sunset were unreal. The ride was super smooth, relaxing, and honestly such a perfect mix of fun + peaceful vibes. What we loved most: * Dog-friendly AND stress-free (huge win) * Friendly, knowledgeable crew * Tons of space for your pup to chill * Dolphin sightings + insane sunset views 10/10 would do this again with Coopie If you're in Hilton Head and want something different + dog-friendly... this is a MUST. Follow our adventures: @Coopiegoldendoodle

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 :)

Great team! Good communication and easy to find. Boat was ready to push off when we arrived and…read morethey had a spot ready when we returned. Boat wasn't spiffy new but it served the purpose of a beautiful evening float.

My goodness...this is the best value on the island and one of our favorite things to do each time…read morewe are there. The views are spectacular and always changing. The overall ambience and experience just magnifies all the best qualities of the low country. The music is amazing and the staff are super friendly and attentive. The boat is always clean and spacious. Special shoutout to Darnell who has been on most of our recent trips. He's the hardest working guy on the boat and just strives to make sure everyone has a wonderful experience and keeps the boat looking amazing! This is an activity everyone should experience.

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!

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!

Had a good time on the Savannah Riverboat Cruise…read more Honestly, the best part was being able to get out on the water, walk around the boat, and see Savannah from a different perspective. There was some history mixed in along the way, which was interesting, and the whole experience was relaxing. The food was probably the weakest part for me. It was served buffet style with fried chicken, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and gravy, plus fruit. It wasn't bad, but it was all pretty lukewarm and just didn't leave much of an impression. That said, I don't think people are booking this for the food anyway. You're booking it for the views, the boat, and the experience. We had fun, enjoyed the ride, and I'm glad we did it.

Overrated. Upon…read morearrival, the ticket-taker did not greet us. He simply said, "Tickets." No, "Welcome aboard!", no "Glad you're cruising with us." and no "We're happy to see you. Where are you traveling from?" Nothing. No welcome or warm greeting. The next person wanted us to take a picture. For money, no doubt. No way. We're already not wanted, why would you want a picture? I've already decided I'm not spending any more money after being greeted in that fashion. No drinks, no snacks, and no souvenirs. The narrator was knowledgeable, had a few jokes, and was tipped appropriately. The paddlers do not run. Two stars for a knowledgeable narrator and clean restrooms. Otherwise, this riverboat cruise is a big pass.