90-Minute Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise

Salt marsh, dolphins, and a lowcountry sunset in one evening

A 90-minute guided cruise through the Hilton Head salt marsh at sunset, where you spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, hear stories about lowcountry wildlife and history, and watch the light change over the water. The boat carries bottled water and an on-board bar. Bring your camera and any snacks you want to share.

The experience

You board at one of the most beautiful times of day. The 90-minute tour moves through the tidal salt marsh while a live guide points out local dolphins and shares the history and culture of the lowcountry. The light shifts as you cruise, and the sunset frames everything: the reason most people bring a camera. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and service animals are welcome on board.

Bottled water is included, and there's a bar on board if you want something beyond that. You're welcome to bring snacks and beverages to share (though outside alcohol is not permitted). The tour suits all fitness levels, so it works whether you're looking for a quiet evening on the water or something the whole family can do together.

What’s included

• 90-minute guided cruise through the salt marsh.
• live guide in English sharing lowcountry wildlife, history and culture.
• bottled water.
• on-board bar.
• opportunity to spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 16:00 and 17:30

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 49

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Outside Hilton Head

Is this one for you?Join other guests on a shared boat with a naturalist guide who navigates the salt marsh and times the route to catch the sunset while you watch for dolphins.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of dolphins will I see on the Hilton Head sunset cruise?

Atlantic bottlenose dolphins are the local species you may spot during the cruise. The guide shares information about them and the salt marsh ecosystem as you cruise.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on the cruise?

You can bring snacks and beverages to enjoy on board. Outside alcohol is not permitted, but the boat has an on-board bar available.

How long is the Hilton Head dolphin cruise?

The cruise runs 90 minutes from start to finish, timed to catch the sunset over the salt marsh.

What's included in the ticket price?

The ticket includes the 90-minute cruise, a live guide in English, bottled water, and access to the on-board bar. Bring a camera for photos of the sunset.