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    Private Boat Charter In Hilton Head Island

    Private boat charter for up to 12 with a Coast Guard licensed captain

    4.9 stars• 172 reviews
    From$876incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 12 people

    Includes

    Private boat, Captain, Naturalist

    Highlights

    Book a completely private boating trip in Hilton Head Island with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain trained as an interpretive naturalist. Choose from options like backwater boating, dolphin watching, tubing, and beachcombing.

    • Choose activity options like backwater boating, dolphin watching, tubing, and beachcombing
    • Ride with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain trained as an interpretive naturalist
    • Keep your group together on a private charter for up to 12 passengers
    • Depart from Shelter Cove Marina on Hilton Head Island
    • Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time

    What's Included

    • Private boating trip
    • U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 12 guests.

    From$73per person
    Split with

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel up to 48 hours before your scheduled time. Cancellations after that are charged the full amount. Weather cancellations are at the sole discretion of Outside; if they cancel due to weather, there will be no charge or you will receive a credit for any payments made.

    FAQs

    Wear clothing that would be comfortable for a walk on the beach. The boat ride can feel much cooler, so bring an extra outer layer or shell. Bring sun protection such as a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

    Check in at the kiosk (outdoor desk) located between the parking lot and the docks at Shelter Cove Marina, near the southwest corner by the Ship Store and Ela’s Grille.

    Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

    Meeting details

    This activity departs from Shelter Cove Marina.

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    Fits up to 12 guests

    Need more than one? Contact us.

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    172 reviews•Google Maps

    This operation stands out for its exceptional guides who truly know their stuff. Travelers consistently praise captains like Pete, Kelly, Dan, and Dean for their deep knowledge of local history, marine life, and the Gullah community. The guides don't just drive boats or lead tours—they actively search for dolphins, share fascinating facts about the marshland ecosystem, and make every outing feel personalized and engaging. The variety of experiences impresses visitors too. You can choose from dolphin tours, kayaking excursions through the marsh, eBike adventures, or historic trips to Daufuskie Island. Reviewers mention spotting tons of dolphins up close, catching gorgeous sunsets, and learning about everything from feeding behaviors to local flora and fauna. Multiple families with young children had wonderful experiences, with guides like CT providing appropriately sized equipment and keeping kids entertained. What really shines through is how genuinely friendly and caring these guides are—people specifically request them by name and remember their tours as trip highlights.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.

    Photo of Winsome Lenfert

    Winsome Lenfert

    April 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Mira did a great job with our tour. Great pace for everyone on the tour. Very informative on area, history and nature. Saw lots of wildlife including dolphins, furry brown mammal and lots of bird species.

    Photo of Winsome Lenfert

    Winsome Lenfert

    April 2, 2026

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