Charleston

15 Best Charleston Dolphin Cruises

The dolphin cruises: eco boats working the harbor and creeks where resident bottlenose pods fish year round, indifferent to their audience. Water taxis spot them for the price of a crossing; these go looking properly.

1.Charleston Water Taxi Cruise with Dolphin Sighting

Discover Charleston by water on this affordable water taxi cruise, with chances to see dolphins, visit top landmarks, and enjoy scenic harbor views.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Dolphins sighted, humorous Captain and crew and great bang for your buck. The stops are great for sightseeing and the outdoor market is a must! Great to travel downtown and not have to find parking.”

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4.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

Experience Charleston from the water with a private luxury yacht. Bring your own drinks, enjoy dolphin sightings, sunset views, and flexible scheduling.

★ 5.0

“We chose the sailboat trip for myself and my travel buddies. Will and Zack were the best! If you have never sailed before this is an awesome experience to check off your bucket list . Great vibes, amazing views, and the best company !”

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8.Private Sailing, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique

Experience Charleston’s stunning coastline with a private sailing trip—spot dolphins, see historic landmarks, and enjoy personalized service for up to 6 guests.

★ 5.0

“A highlight of our trip to Charleston was riding with the crew on this magnificent boat. Spotless boat, with beautiful sails and ropes, tables to hang out outside and inside, great sound system and an amazing experience. It was a little too easy in fact…”

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9.Charleston: Folly Beach Stand Up Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

Experience a calm 2-hour stand-up paddleboard safari in Folly Beach, spotting dolphins and native birds with expert guides in South Carolina.

★ 4.9

“Great trip! All the staff were very friendly and Jack was a fantastic guide. He was very patient with us. We saw many dolphins, with one coming very close to us. Definitely a must-do in folly beach!”

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10.Private Folly Beach Dolphin Cruise (up to 12)

Discover Folly Beach’s natural beauty on a private dolphin cruise, with scenic marshes, Morris Island, and expert guides. Perfect for families, friends, pet lovers.

★ 5.0

“The sunset cruise was a great way to end our day! Saw plenty of dolphins, an awesome sunset and the walk on Morris Island to collect shells and see the lighthouse was fantastic! Nick was an amazing captain who made our trip fun and enjoyable!”

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14.Charleston: Morris Island Dolphin Cruise with Beachcombing

Discover dolphins, shells, and historic lighthouse views on a private boat cruise from Folly Beach to Morris Island. Perfect for nature lovers and shell collectors.

★ 5.0

“Captain Billie was very kind and absolutely amazing. He shared lots of information about the area and animals. We stopped and saw several dolphins and even followed them for a ways to get a good look. At the beach he told us where to find…”

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