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15 Best Beaufort & Daufuskie Tours

The Lowcountry day trips: Daufuskie’s Gullah history by guided island tour, Beaufort’s antebellum streets by horse and carriage and the movie-location circuit by golf cart. Daufuskie has no bridge; that is the entire point.

1.Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Explore Daufuskie Island's history and natural beauty on a guided tour from Hilton Head, including boat rides, island stops, and expert commentary.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This is a wonderful adventure if you care about history at all. Caption Andy was so well informed and made the trip very informative.”

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2.Beauforts #1 Horse & Carriage History Tour

Discover Beaufort’s history on a charming horse and carriage tour. Enjoy expert guides, scenic views, and enriching stories in this relaxed, small-group experience.

★ 5.0

“Beautiful experience and very informative on the history of Beaufort! Horse was well-trained and did a great job getting us around town!”

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4.Beaufort City Minibus Tour

Discover Beaufort’s cinematic charm and historic beauty on this small-group minibus tour, featuring local stories, scenic views, and movie locations for $35.

★ 5.0

“Our driver and guide was amassing. Her knowledge of Beaufort, presentation and humor was incredible. So many things I was unaware of.”

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5.#1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour

Discover Beaufort's history on a 55-minute horse-drawn carriage tour with knowledgeable guides, stunning antebellum architecture, and charming scenery.

★ 5.0

“Excellent guide! Excellent and detailed facts. I have done the tour in the past and this was all new info for me.”

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6.Walking Tour in Beaufort

Explore Beaufort’s historic streets on a 2-hour guided walking tour, packed with stories of antebellum homes, Civil War history, and local charm for just $35.

★ 5.0

“Janet is a joy to spend time with! Her company feels like that of a longtime friend. She is so funny and full of interesting history and cultural information about Beaufort and the surrounding area. I highly recommend her tour to anyone. She timed the…”

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7.Daufuskie Island Daily Round Trip Ferry Tickets

Experience Daufuskie Island independently with this round-trip ferry from Hilton Head. Enjoy scenic views, dolphin sightings, and flexible exploring options for $60.

★ 4.5

“Rent a golf cart, it’s impossible to walk the island and you will want to explore. Speak to the residents and BE KIND. They live here and know all the places to hide a body. Spend local and please stop by and visit Jessica and…”

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9.Beaufort Ghost Walking Tours

Explore Beaufort’s haunted past with this engaging ghost walking tour, featuring historic homes, spine-tingling stories, and spirit-hunting tools.

★ 4.5

“The tour guide was very informative, interesting, and funny. We want to go back and take another one of her tours.”

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10.Beaufort Gullah Heritage Tour

Discover Gullah culture near Beaufort on this engaging 3-hour tour. See historic sites, learn from knowledgeable guides, and explore island life in South Carolina.

★ 5.0

“Hearing the Gullah language and the praise house visit was a great experience. Our tour guide Inda was awesome and did a wonderful job of sharing the history of the islands and the Geechie/Gullah culture.”

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11.Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort

Discover Beaufort's charm and Hollywood history on this 2-hour guided walking tour, exploring historic homes, centuries-old oaks, and famous movie locations.

★ 5.0

“Kathy was our guide! Outstanding wealth of knowledge, but what really stood out, was her delivery of all the information she did it in such a way that engaged all of us. It was like going back in time with some good friends and taking…”

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13.Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort

Discover Beaufort’s charm with this guided land and sea tour, combining historic sights and wildlife cruises for an engaging, family-friendly experience.

“We saw many birds and some bottlenose dolphins- including some young dolphins who were very active. Great overview of the ecosystem, with some interesting history mixed in.”

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14.Historic Beaufort Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Explore Beaufort’s historic streets and waterfront at your own pace with this smartphone-guided walking tour. Discover Civil War sites, iconic homes, and local stories for just $9.75.

★ 4.0

“It took us a little time to figure it out, but for the price, my husband and I thought it was worth it. The narrator was good and we really liked being able to repeat any portions when we wanted. Sometimes my husband needed to…”

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