Dolphin Watching Tour: Folly Beach Tidal Creeks

Discover dolphins and explore tidal creeks on a Folly Beach boat tour. Learn about salt marshes and capture the historic Morris Island Lighthouse.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Morris Island Lighthouse - On your eco tour and dolphin watching trip, you’ll also have the chance to see the historic Morris Island Lighthouse up close! It’s a fantastic place for photos and to learn some history.

What's Included
  • Licensed Captain and Eco Guide
  • Ample Parking
  • 27’ Carolina Skiff with Cushioned Bench Seating
  • Restroom facilities at departing location
  • Cooler full of ice
What's Not Included
  • Drinks or Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join the adventure on the water at sunrise, sunset, or any time in between to search for the beloved saltwater mammal – the bottlenose dolphin. This excursion will take you through the local tidal creeks behind Folly Beach, where you can observe how many of these incredible creatures can be spotted. From afar, witness the dolphins’ unique feeding…

Location
2223 Folly Rd
Folly Road
Please arrive 15 minutes before trip departure time! Our office is the small yellow building in the same parking lot as Crosby's Fish & Shrimp co. This is where you will check in for the boat trip and sign liability waivers. In the summertime there can be beach traffic - please plan accordingly!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Heidi
Jul 3, 2025
Great family trip ! - Luke our captain was amazing ! We seen several dolphins including baby’s . He was very informative , educational , and FUNNY!! He made it enjoyable ;)
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Marianna_c
Jul 1, 2025
Captain Luke was... - Captain Luke was absolutely remarkable. His extensive knowledge and experience in navigating the local waters are truly impressive. He expertly anticipated where the dolphins would be, leading us to an exhilarating encounter with these magnificent creatures. We embarked on the sunset cruise, and it was nothing short of breathtaking. The sky transformed into a canvas of vibrant oranges and pinks as the sun dipped below the horizon, providing a stunning backdrop to the serene waves. The combination of Captain Luke's expertise and the captivating beauty of the evening made for an unforgettable experience.
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Kelly_s
Jun 30, 2025
It was a great... - It was a great experience! I learned and saw alot! The Captain was very knowledgeable. He made us laugh while teaching us.
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Rachel_j
Jun 30, 2025
Stunning! - Charleston has been amazing, but hands down this was the highlight. Captain Luke took us on a boat trip that was a perfect combination of fun and insight as we meandered through low country estuary creeks. We saw plenty of dolphin activity, herons dive bombing for fish, oysters by the thousands and all topped off with the back drop of the best South Carolina sunset. The best value for money trip you could take. Easy to find too.
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Roving40881031704
Jun 28, 2025
Great time - Luke was the best! We had a great time. We will definitely do again if ever back in the area. Saw lots of dolphins and had a great lunch at Crosbys after.
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Brianna_g
Jun 27, 2025
It was a great tour and... - It was a great tour and learned lots of history. Also got to see some dolphins amazing. We did the sunset one and what a gorgeous night we had for a sunset tour.
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Leejaca
Jun 25, 2025
Great trip - This was so much fun! A highlight of our charleston trip. We did our trip at sunset! Best choice and highly recommended
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Angeelika_a
Jun 24, 2025
By far our favorite... - By far our favorite activity in Charleston. We took the 7pm sunset tour. It was breathtaking and we saw baby dolphins! Our captain was fantastic. Since we had many Outer Banks fans on the boat he went the extra mile to show us some of the special filming areas.
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Kelly_w
Jun 20, 2025
Excellent family excursion - This is our third time with Captain Luke, and it continues to be a family favorite. The trip is the perfect length with kids. Luke knows quite a bit about the local history and environment.
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Bernelle_g
Jun 20, 2025
Captain was very nice!... - Captain was very nice! The tour was great Dolphins came right up to our boat. I highly recommend……..
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From $56
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).