Charleston
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.
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“It’s a very inexpensive way to see the ocean. The capitan stopped for us to admire the dolphins 🥰 also a good way to go from one end to another and explore.”
Discover Charleston's coastal charm on a 1.5-hour harbor cruise featuring sights like Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and playful dolphins, guided by expert narrators.
“very entertaining and informative. I learned about the history, good and bad. loved it”
Experience Charleston's harbor aboard a classic tall ship for 1.5 hours, enjoying scenic views, dolphins, and a relaxed sailing atmosphere.
“Laid back harbor tour. This is a tour that lets you sit back and enjoy the sites and isn't guided. But, the captains are also more than happy to answer any questions you may have. We also saw several dolphin pods, which was a great…”
Experience Charleston from the water with a private luxury yacht. Bring your own drinks, enjoy dolphin sightings, sunset views, and flexible scheduling.
“While both William and Zack were pleasant and friendly, the 4 of us got off the sailboat feeling like we were taken advantage of. We went under the bridge and into the channel and did not get anywhere near the sites advertised. It was a…”
Experience Charleston Harbor on a classic schooner, hoist sails, spot dolphins, and enjoy scenic views in this relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure.
“This was a really fun outing. The crew was very attentive and friendly. It is not a narrated tour but just a quiet, relaxing ride around the Harbor. We did see some dolphins and my husband enjoyed being part of the crew while raising the…”
Experience Charleston’s harbor on a classic schooner, helping hoist sails and spotting dolphins in a relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure for all ages.
“The trip on the schooner was fantastic. It obviously helped that it was a lovely day weather-wise! Went as a family group and had a great time. It was so relaxing. This is not a tour; it's a boat ride without commentary. There's a chance…”
Experience Charleston’s wildlife on a 1.5-hour Folly Beach dolphin tour with expert guides, scenic views, and a chance to see playful dolphins in the wild.
“Captain Luke was an amazing guide. He was very knowledgable and had a great sense of humor. If you are in IOP and want to take a boat tour - this is a great excursion.”
Experience Charleston’s stunning coastline with a private sailing trip—spot dolphins, see historic landmarks, and enjoy personalized service for up to 6 guests.
“Capt. Will and Sam were the best! Beautiful boat, knowledgeable and so much fun!! My husband and I highly recommend them. Dr. Alex and Mrs. Rodi”
Experience a calm 2-hour stand-up paddleboard safari in Folly Beach, spotting dolphins and native birds with expert guides in South Carolina.
“Amazing experience, 100% recommend. Dolphins were so big and beautiful and they got so close to our group!!”
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.
“Jody gave the seven of us a wonderful tour. He was so respectful and friendly to the kids. They had a great time. It was a wonderful cruise where we saw dolphins, egrets, and even a mink. We explored the beach and found hermit crabs…”
Experience stunning Charleston harbor views, dolphins, and history on a private sunset sail aboard Mystique, with expert crew and flexible hours.
“Wonderful evening on the water. Highly recommend the experience. The boat, our sailing team and the views were excellent.”
Experience Charleston from the water with a private sail on Fate, customizable with BYOB or catering, for a memorable 2-4 hour coastal adventure.
Experience Charleston's stunning harbor, dolphins, and historic sights aboard the private Mystique sailing yacht with knowledgeable guides and exceptional views.
“Very nice crew! We did see dolphins. Boat was clean and the crew had a lot of knowledge about the area.”
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.
“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…”
Discover the calm of Folly River with a 2-hour kayak tour featuring dolphin sightings, expert guidance, and beginner-friendly paddling on flatwater.
“We enjoyed our dolphin safari kayak tour so much, it was such a beautiful day. And did not disappoint as we saw so many dolphins as we paddled around the creek on our kayaks. Our guide was wonderful and I’d highly recommend this as a…”
Carriage bells, harbor forts and three centuries told by lantern light.