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River Explorer: Savannah Lowcountry Eco-Tour
4.8
311 Ratings
Savannah
Join the River Explorer, conveniently situated on River Street in downtown Savannah, as the crew sets off on an exciting eco-tour of the Lowcountry! During this tour, participants will journey down the river, passing containerships traveling up river to the Port of Savannah.
Join the River Explorer, conveniently situated on River Street in downtown Savannah, as the crew sets off on an exciting eco-tour of the Lowcountry! During this tour, participants will journey down the river, passing containerships traveling up river to the Port of Savannah.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- River Street’s Elegant Creations - Join this tour to discover the rich history of Savannah and its nearby waterways, guided by the Captain and First Mate. As you embark on a quest to spot the local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins, you’ll explore the diverse aspects of our Lowcountry ecosystem, beginning in the safeguarded salt marshes where marine life thrives. This tour is enjoyable for all ages.
- River Street’s Elegant Creations - Join this tour to discover the rich history of Savannah and its nearby waterways, guided by the Captain and First Mate. As you embark on a quest to spot the local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins, you’ll explore the diverse aspects of our Lowcountry ecosystem, beginning in the safeguarded salt marshes where marine life thrives. This tour is enjoyable for all ages.

What's Included
- Sightings of dolphins, birds, and other marine life
- Alcoholic beverages
- Sights of containerships headed to the Port of Savannah
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks available for purchase
- Fully narrated trip by the Captain and First Mate
- Sightings of dolphins, birds, and other marine life
- Alcoholic beverages
- Sights of containerships headed to the Port of Savannah
- Non-alcoholic drinks and snacks available for purchase
- Fully narrated trip by the Captain and First Mate
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Parking which is limited on River Street
- Gratuities
- Parking which is limited on River Street
Location
502 E River St
East River Street
The Dolphin Eco Tour takes place on the River Street Landing dock just in front of the restaurant Spanky's on River Street. The vessel you will be going on is called the River Explorer. Your crew will be at the top of the ramp to greet you and board approximately 30-min prior to departure.
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
4.8
(311 Ratings)
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Ronald_s
Jun 26, 2026
Great Tour - This was a very nice dolphin tour! CPT Lauren did a great job showing us the sites and spotting dolphins. We were able to see not one but two sets of baby dolphins and their mothers. It was well worth the time.
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Jeffrey_w
Jun 20, 2026
The boat tour was a very... - The boat tour was a very enjoyable and informative experience. We saw dolphins 7min into the cruise then proceeded on to the salt marshes where we saw several different species of birds including some Rose Spoonbills. The tour guide were informative and engaging.
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Jenniferco5491nz
Jun 18, 2026
Great tour!! - Great time with the family! Learned a lot about the area and wildlife.
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Kitty_c
Jun 17, 2026
Dolphin tour - Great tour, learned a lot and saw dolphins. Learned about the salt marshes and the area. Would highly recommend this tour.
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V5675fisusanl
Jun 16, 2026
Surprisingly really good. - It was surprisingly good. My expectations were low, but it was really enjoyable and we saw lots of dolphins playing in the waves.
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Mary_v
Jun 11, 2026
Best day ever - From beginning to end our journey was fantastic. So glad I used Viator to set up our excursion with the dolphins. I purchased our tickets on line. The driving directions were perfect. The dolphin cruise exceeded my expectations. The weather was beautiful. We saw so many dolphins. We were as excited as our grandchildren. The captain and first mare were friendly and knowledgeable. Reasonable price for a 2 hour trip. Highly recommend.
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Greg_m
Jun 11, 2026
Excellent Option for seeing dolphins - Our dolphin boat cruise yesterday was genuinely fantastic. From start to finish, the experience delivered exactly what we hoped for: calm water, great views, and lots of dolphins gliding and playing all around us.
The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and the area. They made the whole trip feel relaxed and comfortable.
One of the unexpected highlights was the pontoon design. Because it sits low in the water, dolphins could swim directly underneath and along both sides of the boat. It created these magical, close‑up moments where you could watch them glide just a few feet away — sometimes even racing the boat. It felt immersive in a way traditional tour boats can’t match.
The boat itself was comfortable and thoughtfully equipped. There was a bathroom onboard, which made the trip easy for families, and they offered snacks for purchase (we didn’t buy any, but it was nice to have the option).
Overall, it was a smooth, memorable, joy‑filled experience. If you’re looking for a dolphin tour that gets you close to the action with a great crew and a comfortable setup, this one is absolutely worth it.
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Jeremy_h
Jun 10, 2026
Great experience with... - Great experience with awesome crew. Learned some local history of Savannah, GA and saw dolphins. Would recommend
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Kerry_d
Jun 9, 2026
See the dolphins! - The crew was very experienced, knowledgeable, and very friendly. They provided a lot of information about the wildlife, the Dolphins, and the area in general. I highly recommend taking this tour. It is a very family, friendly event, and very, very informative and enjoyable.
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Rahshelle_l
Jun 13, 2026
We didn’t see any... - We didn’t see any dolphins, but the fins of 2 & that was it. We didn’t even go to the location that was advertised when I paid $165 for this excursion. What made it even worse the captain was telling her partner it had been like that all week, so why take us out if that was a possibility of not even seeing anything. I learned more about boats/ships, mud, & a few birds if anything BUT no dolphins sadly. I just expected more to be coming from out of town. We even tipped leaving as well leaving the boat.
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