Sunset Dolphin & Birding Cruise Savannah: Private Guided Tour

Watch dolphins feed and spot bald eagles as your captain navigates the waterways locals know

A private guided cruise on Savannah's Skidaway River and Moon River, narrated by the captain as you travel past Wormsloe Plantation, Skidaway State Park and historic Pinpoint, watching for dolphins and birds including bald eagles, rosetta spoonbills and blue herons. The tour ends at sunset over Bluff Drive's oak-lined marsh, Savannah's version of the Everglades.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private guided Savannah sunset cruise

• Start cruise on Isle of Hope
• Travel down Skidaway River
• View Wormsloe Plantation and Skidaway State Park
• Hear captain's historic and ecological stories
• Relax cruising down Moon River
• Watch wild dolphins play and feed
• Spot Bald Eagles, Spoonbills, and Blue Heron
• Cruise past waterfront estates
• Explore marsh grass on Bluff Drive
• Enjoy sunset behind majestic oaks

The experience

The boat departs from historic Isle of Hope and heads down the Skidaway River, where your captain points out the ecological and historical significance of the landscape as you pass Wormsloe Plantation, Skidaway State Park and the Pinpoint historic site. This is a wild environment, so wildlife encounters change with the season and the day: dolphins play and feed in the waterways, and bald eagles, rosetta spoonbills and blue herons are common sights for bird watchers. The route also passes dozens of waterfront estates before reaching the marsh grass where the tour concludes with sunset.

Your captain narrates the entire excursion, sharing the ecological importance of the areas, their history and local folklore. Bottled water, ice and a cooler are provided. Life jackets and all safety gear come with the boat. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours depending on what you want to see and how the wildlife cooperates. Because this is a private cruise, the route and pace adjust to your interests, whether you want to focus on dolphins, birds or simply drift down Moon River, made famous by Johnny Mercer's composition in "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

What’s included

• Tour narration by the captain.
• bottled water, ice and cooler.
• life jackets and all necessary safety gear.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

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 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Isle of Hope Cruises

Is this one for you?Choose this private cruise if you want the route and pace to match your interests, whether that's dolphins, birds or simply drifting down the waterways at your own speed. The captain adjusts the itinerary to what you want to see and how long you want to spend in each area.

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Top questions

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 wildlife can I expect to see on the Savannah cruise?

Dolphins regularly play and feed in the waterways, and bald eagles, rosetta spoonbills and blue herons are common sights. Because it's a wild environment, the exact species and number of animals you encounter depend on the season and conditions on the day you go.

Does the tour include a sunset, or is that optional?

The cruise concludes with sunset over Bluff Drive's oak-lined marsh, where the tour ends. The timing of the excursion is set to catch the last light as it fades behind the trees.

What is Moon River and why is it on this tour?

Moon River is a waterway in Savannah made famous by Johnny Mercer's composition in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's." The captain takes you down it as part of the route, and it's a scenic stretch of the journey.

Can I bring food and drinks on the cruise?

Passengers are encouraged to bring any food or drinks of their choice to consume during the trip. Bottled water, ice and a cooler are provided by the tour operator.

Is this tour suitable for families with young children?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and infants are required to sit on an adult's lap. Service animals are allowed, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.