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Dolphin Cruise: Hilton Head's Original Adventure
4.5
441 Ratings
Hilton Head Island
This is not just any boat ride—it’s the original dolphin cruise of Hilton Head, with over 50 years of operation on Hilton Head Island! Climb aboard the renowned Vagabond and discover the enchanting Lowcountry as it was intended to be viewed—from the water.
This is not just any boat ride—it’s the original dolphin cruise of Hilton Head, with over 50 years of operation on Hilton Head Island! Climb aboard the renowned Vagabond and discover the enchanting Lowcountry as it was intended to be viewed—from the water.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 149 Lighthouse Rd - Step onto the Vagabond for a 90-minute journey through the picturesque Calibogue Sound, heading towards the beginnings of the Atlantic Ocean! During the trip, enjoy views of famous Lowcountry landmarks such as South Beach, Daufuskie Island, Bull Island, and the historic Haig Point Lighthouse.
- 149 Lighthouse Rd - Step onto the Vagabond for a 90-minute journey through the picturesque Calibogue Sound, heading towards the beginnings of the Atlantic Ocean! During the trip, enjoy views of famous Lowcountry landmarks such as South Beach, Daufuskie Island, Bull Island, and the historic Haig Point Lighthouse.
What's Included
- Guaranteed wild dolphin sightings
- Narration by our Captain who brings the history and wildlife to life
- Breathtaking views of egrets, herons, pelicans, and more
- Cruise with Hilton Head’s original sightseeing company
- Departs daily from under the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse
- Snacks and drinks available for purchase: beer, wine, soda, water
- Adult beverages available for purchase
- Guaranteed wild dolphin sightings
- Narration by our Captain who brings the history and wildlife to life
- Breathtaking views of egrets, herons, pelicans, and more
- Cruise with Hilton Head’s original sightseeing company
- Departs daily from under the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse
- Snacks and drinks available for purchase: beer, wine, soda, water
- Adult beverages available for purchase
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Sea Pines Resort vehicle entry fee
- Gratuities
- Sea Pines Resort vehicle entry fee
Additional Information
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If the cruise is canceled due to poor weather, guests will have the option to reschedule for another date or receive a full refund.
- Infants ages 2 and under cruise free, but a ticket is still required to account for them.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If the cruise is canceled due to poor weather, guests will have the option to reschedule for another date or receive a full refund.
- Infants ages 2 and under cruise free, but a ticket is still required to account for them.
Location
149 Lighthouse Rd
Lighthouse Road
The Vagabond Cruise reservation office is located just behind the Harbour Town Lighthouse. If you have your mobile ticket you are able to go directly to the boat (Vagabond) 30-minutes before departure to board which is located on the pier in front of the Lighthouse.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(441 Ratings)
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Susankf7899tc
Sep 16, 2026
Great day - Everything was wonderful. Captain was knowledgeable and the dolphins were abundant. Crew was awesome too.
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Alexus_c
Sep 13, 2026
Super fun! And our... - Super fun! And our captain was very informative. And I love we actually got to see dolphins, it really made the trip worth it.
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Paul_m
Sep 9, 2026
Great - You will definitely see dolphins there's quite a few if you don't see any your not looking trust me honestly
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Mollykr5436gq
Aug 24, 2026
SO MANY DOLPHINS - We saw SO MANY DOLPHINS! The captian and crew were very knowledgeable and told us about all the history of the island. We went on the 4pm cruise out of Harbour Town and I would highly recommend this tour. I worked with a lady named Shelby prior to booking and she was absolutely amazing. She was kind, patient and I could tell how much she loves this company. The boat was clean, had a snack bar and was big enough to roam around. The dolphins were coming right up to the boat and it felt like they were interacting with us. This was a truly magical experience.
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Dianaks5263xi
Aug 15, 2026
Nice, relaxing and peaceful out on the water! - Was nice and informative. Glad we went.
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Wayne_m
Aug 9, 2026
Perfect dolphin cruise - It was very nice, seen a lot of dolphins. The captain was very nice and knowledgeable. Easy to fine location
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S5615kjkellyr
Aug 9, 2026
Saw many dolphins, great experience! - Captain worked hard to maneuver our boat so everyone could see the dolphins. Very knowledgeable about dolphins, we read a great deal and still learned new information about them
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Autumn_r
Aug 2, 2026
Family dolphin cruise - The crew was amazing! Super family friendly. The captain was really knowledgeable about the dolphins and shared a lot about their habits and how they communicate. Very relaxing and honestly the most dolphins I’ve ever seen on any dolphin excursion.
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Faith_s
Jul 29, 2026
We enjoyed the dolphin... - We enjoyed the dolphin cruise. We saw lots of dolphins, more than I expected. The ride was very relaxing. You will have to pay $10 for parking pass to get on resort for the day.
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Teresa_r
Aug 29, 2026
Cancelled . Can’t rate. - It was cancelled due to rainstorm. Looking forward to my refund. Would have liked to have gone, but we were leaving the area.
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