Dolphin/Nature Cruise

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Calibogue Cruises--Don't Waste Your Time or Money

  • June 29, 2009
  • Rated 1 of 5 by brauer100 from Cincinnati, Ohio
The supposed Calibogue Cruise is actually just the commuter ferry to and from Dafuskie Island. The "cruise" does not stop at all to view dolphins. On the way to Dafuskie Island, the captain makes a couple half-hearted comments about dolphins "for the tourists on board" and then assures the commuters they won't be delayed in arriving to Dafuskie. We only saw a couple dolphin fins from several yards away, and only in passing on the way to Dafuskie Island. It should be illegal to misrepresent a ferry boat to unsuspecting tourists this way.

Island Explorer - The Best Way To See Dolphins

  • May 9, 2008
  • Rated 5 of 5 by HHtourist from Columbus, Ohio
Island Explorer - The Best Way To See Dolphins

My family thoroughly enjoyed our trip with Captain Jim on the Island Explorer Dolphin and Nature Cruise. It was conveniently located on the dock at the Old Oyster Factory restaurant (a great place to eat).

They have a great Zodiac-type boat and a large deck boat. We took the Zodiac-type boat. The waters of Broad Creek are serene and beautiful. There were numerous birds and great scenery. It wasn't long until we found dolphins. Capt. Jim was able to get very close to the dolphins and the kids were thrilled.

As our trip continued we saw lots of beautiful homes along the waterway and eventually we came to the Calibogue Sound. Along the way the captain kept us entertained and educated with great stories about local nature and happenings.

We'd highly recommend this cruise to anyone who wants to see dolphins and nature up close in Hilton Head Island.

Kayak Dolphin Cruise

  • August 12, 2005
  • Rated 5 of 5 by JackNJoni from Mentor, Ohio
A BREATHTAKING EXPERIENCE!

The tour guides are very informative and knowledgeable. Each of us had our own kayak. We're paddling along in the calm, quiet harbour, listening to the tour guide... admiring the unbelievable beauty of it all. We see egrets, crabs, and here they come! The dolphins arrive as if it were a rehearsed show just for us! They come in pairs, triplets, all ways. They dive, swim, spin, and once, they even attempted to spit on my son! It was an incredible adventure my family and I will never, ever forget!

From journal Hilton Head Island Paradise

Kayaking with the Dolphins

  • January 22, 2005
  • Rated 4 of 5 by AussieBrad from Reston, Virginia
Kayaking with the Dolphins

We took the 2-hour tour with Outside Hilton Head. This was more expensive than renting the kayaks on our own, but since we hadn't been to the area before, we thought a tour would be a useful. In retrospect, if you are experienced kayakers, you may find it a better value to rent the kayaks and go out on your own.

We couldn't have wished for a better day: no wind, bright sunshine, and about 70°F. The marina made it easy to get in and out of the water, and it was easy paddling suitable for all ages and experience levels. You would probably want a bottle of water.

We saw a lot of birdlife, including three types of herons and a large group of penguins, and our guide was full of information about the area and the wildlife. Once we got out of the marina and into the open water, we saw the local dolphins swimming nearby. We paddled a little further toward harbour town and into another channel.

Our group consisted of about 10, and we had a choice of single or double kayaks.

Outside Hilton Head run these and a variety of other tours, as well as kayak rentals from the South Beach Marina and another location on Hilton Head. The busiest time is obviously in the summer, and we were told they might run a reduced schedule in the winter, so it would be wise to call ahead.

From journal Christmas at Hilton Head Island, SC

Dolphin/nature tour - Adventure Cruises

  • October 24, 2003
  • Rated 5 of 5 by Mint Julep from N/A, Michigan
Dolphin/nature tour - Adventure Cruises

Excellent weather. Spotted numerous dolphins and birds. While returning from our tour of the island's coast, two dolphins sped along with us under the bow of the boat! For more info on the tour and its operator, see their website at Adventure Cruises

From journal Hilton Head & surrounding areas

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