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Dolphin Watching Folly Beach

5.0 7 experiences from US$ 59 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All run daily · first departure 08:00, last 17:00 · most last 1h 30m–2h

Our top 3 of 7 experiences

Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse TourOur pick
from · per groupUS$ 325
Folly Beach: Stand-Up Paddleboard & Dolphin Eco TourBest value
from · per personUS$ 59
Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island LighthouseShortest
from · per groupUS$ 315

Dolphin Watching Folly Beach 7 options

Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse Tour
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Our pick
Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse TourEvery day · First departure 09:00, last 14:30★ 4.99 (228)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 325per group
Folly Beach: Stand-Up Paddleboard & Dolphin Eco Tour
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Best value
Folly Beach: Stand-Up Paddleboard & Dolphin Eco TourEvery day · First departure 09:00, last 16:30 · Season until 29 Oct · From age 8★ 4.92 (114)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Private Folly Beach Dolphin Watching & Shelling Tour
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Travelers' pick
Private Folly Beach Dolphin Watching & Shelling TourEvery day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00★ 4.99 (96)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 340per group
Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island Lighthouse
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Shortest
Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island LighthouseEvery day · 16:00 and 17:00★ 4.89 (38)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 315per group
Private Dolphin Tour Folly Beach: 2-Hour Boat Search
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Private Dolphin Tour Folly Beach: 2-Hour Boat SearchEvery day · First departure 08:00, last 15:00★ 5.00 (28)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 295per group
Morris Island Dolphin Cruise and Shelling Trip from Folly Beach
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Travelers' pick
Morris Island Dolphin Cruise and Shelling Trip from Folly BeachEvery day · First departure 09:00, last 16:30★ 4.96 (25)2h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 315per group
Folly River Sunset Dolphin Cruise: Morris Island Lighthouse
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Folly River Sunset Dolphin Cruise: Morris Island LighthouseEvery day · 16:00 and 17:00★ 5.00 (2)1h 30m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 300per group

All 7 options, side by side

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OptionPriceLengthRatingDays and timesGuide languages
Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse TourOur pick
US$ 54 per personUS$ 325 per group (split by 6)
2h4.99★ · 228Every day · First departure 09:00, last 14:30English
Folly Beach: Stand-Up Paddleboard & Dolphin Eco TourBest value
US$ 59 per person
2h4.92★ · 114Every day · First departure 09:00, last 16:30 · Season until 29 OctEnglish
Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island LighthouseShortestUS$ 315 per group1h 30m4.89★ · 38Every day · 16:00 and 17:00English
Private Folly Beach Dolphin Watching & Shelling Tour
US$ 57 per personUS$ 340 per group (split by 6)
2h4.99★ · 96Every day · First departure 08:00, last 14:00English
Private Dolphin Tour Folly Beach: 2-Hour Boat SearchUS$ 295 per group2h5.00★ · 28Every day · First departure 08:00, last 15:00English
Morris Island Dolphin Cruise and Shelling Trip from Folly Beach
US$ 63 per personUS$ 315 per group (split by 5)
2h4.96★ · 25Every day · First departure 09:00, last 16:30English
Folly River Sunset Dolphin Cruise: Morris Island Lighthouse
US$ 60 per personUS$ 300 per group (split by 5)
1h 30m5.00★ only 2 reviewsEvery day · 16:00 and 17:00—

Dolphin Watching Folly Beach at a glance

  • Our pick: Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse Tour, US$ 54 (2h, 4.99★ · 228).
  • Best value: Folly Beach: Stand-Up Paddleboard & Dolphin Eco Tour, US$ 59 (2h, 4.92★ · 114).
  • Shortest: Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island Lighthouse, US$ 315 per group (1h 30m, 4.89★ · 38).

Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 54–US$ 63 (median US$ 59). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 7.

Of the 7 options: 7 with free cancellation, 6 with instant confirmation, 6 private and 6 last-minute.

How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.

Frequently asked questions

Which option do travelers like most?

The favorite is “Charleston: Private Dolphin Watch & Morris Island Lighthouse Tour”, rated 4.99★ from 228 reviews. 99% rated it 5 stars.

What time do they start?

The first departure is at 08:00 and the last at 17:00. Before 09:00: “Private Folly Beach Dolphin Watching & Shelling Tour” (08:00) and “Private Dolphin Tour Folly Beach: 2-Hour Boat Search” (08:00). From 17:00: “Folly Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Morris Island Lighthouse” (17:00) and “Folly River Sunset Dolphin Cruise: Morris Island Lighthouse” (17:00).

Which days do they run?

All of them run every day.

How long do they last?

Most last 1h 30m–2h.

Which ones include hotel pickup?

None includes hotel pickup: you make your own way to the meeting point.

Can I book at the last minute?

6 of 7 can be booked up to 24 hours before the start, with instant confirmation.

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