Hilton Head Dolphin Cruise: Sunset Viewing Experience

Depart from the renowned Harbour Town Yacht Basin, located just below Hilton Head’s well-known lighthouse, for a memorable evening on the water! Onboard the Vagabond, guests will experience a 90-minute narrated cruise guided by our Captain and Crew as the Carolina sky bursts with vibrant colors.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Harbour Town Lighthouse - Embark on the Vagabond and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Hilton Head’s Lowcountry during the golden hour! This 90-minute narrated cruise is guided by our Captain and crew, who vividly share the wonders of the water, wildlife, and history.
    Dolphin sightings are guaranteed! Witness Atlantic bottlenose dolphins…
What's Included
  • Narration by our Captain who brings the history and wildlife to life
  • Snacks and drinks available for purchase beer, wine, soda, water
  • Departs daily from under the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse
  • Cruise with Hilton Head’s original sightseeing company
  • Guaranteed wild dolphin sightings
  • Breathtaking views of egrets, herons, pelicans, and more
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
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.
Location
Harbour Town Lighthouse
Lighthouse Road
The Vagabond Cruise reservation office is located just to the right of the Harbour Town Lighthouse and is labeled (Charter Information). The Vagabond vessel is located directly on the dock in front of the Lighthouse.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kevin_m
Jul 31, 2025
Wonderful Sunset Water Excursion - The ship was clean, we were in shade for most of the cruise, the crew was pleasant and helpful, and we saw sharks and dolphins as promised.
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Valerie_a
Jul 27, 2025
Dolphins at Sunset - The crew of the Vagabond were friendly courteous and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the dolphins and the area's rich ecosystem. And what a sunset!
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Susant7270
Jun 15, 2025
Saw so many dolphins - The crew was very welcoming when we boarded our cruise. We took off on time and within 15 minutes we were seeing our first dolphins. The captain was very knowledgeable about dolphins and their behavior. He did an excellent job following different pods of dolphins. Definitely created some wonderful memories.
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Jill_w
Jun 12, 2025
Saw dolphins for sure.... - Saw dolphins for sure. Trip was nice and smooth. Crew was very pleasant. Sunset was overcast but a little pink sky came through. Info was very interesting. Lighthouses, marsh, etc. Had a great time.
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Marjorie_b
Jun 9, 2025
Relaxing and enjoyable - Great crew and knowledgeable captain. The cruise was relaxing and enjoyable. We learned a lot about dolphins and the local culture. Even with some chop on the water the boat was very stable. A very relaxing experience.
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Elise_m
Jun 7, 2025
Natural bliss - Fantastic cruise!! It was a highlight of our trip and helped us appreciate the beauty and natural wonders of the area. The captain and crew were great. Highly recommend and glad we went at sunset.
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Regina_k
Jun 3, 2025
Great way to see HHI from... - Great way to see HHI from the water.staff very informative and courteous. Trip was enjoyed by visitors and locals alike.
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Psunittanylion
May 28, 2025
Baby dolphins - We enjoyed the boat tour. We saw several dolphins including some babies. Great captain and crew! Highly recommend! We learned a lot about dolphins.
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Danielle_g
May 25, 2025
Great way to get out on... - Great way to get out on the water. Informative & fun…saw many dolphins & beautiful sunset! Would definitely recommend.
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Voyager07303527273
Jul 10, 2025
Got full reimbursement - lightning thunder it was storming for an hour, Captain wouldn’t cancel. All 120 loaded up and cast off. We sailed for maybe 15 minutes with hope of beating storm clouds but to no avail lightning strikes were apparent and Captain called it off and headed in. we were all reimbursed
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From $48
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).