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Hilton Head Kayak Tour: Salt Marsh Wildlife Adventure
4.9
1,543 Ratings
Hilton Head Island
Embark on a thrilling 2-hour guided kayak tour through the stunning salt marshes of Hilton Head Island! With the guidance of expert naturalists, participants will explore diverse wildlife, delve into the island’s history, and uncover hidden treasures along the journey. Ideal for both nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers!
Embark on a thrilling 2-hour guided kayak tour through the stunning salt marshes of Hilton Head Island! With the guidance of expert naturalists, participants will explore diverse wildlife, delve into the island’s history, and uncover hidden treasures along the journey. Ideal for both nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 1 Shelter Cove Ln - Experience the beauty of the Lowcountry from a kayak! This 2-hour guided tour departs from Shelter Cove Marina, taking you through the Broad Creek. Begin with a short paddle clinic, then enjoy a nature-focused tour of salt marshes, tidal rivers, and creeks. Look out for dolphins and birds, soak in the stunning views, and…
- 1 Shelter Cove Ln - Experience the beauty of the Lowcountry from a kayak! This 2-hour guided tour departs from Shelter Cove Marina, taking you through the Broad Creek. Begin with a short paddle clinic, then enjoy a nature-focused tour of salt marshes, tidal rivers, and creeks. Look out for dolphins and birds, soak in the stunning views, and discover the rich history and culture of Hilton Head. It’s recommended to wear water-friendly clothing and bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.
Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak. TO BOOK CHILDREN, PLEASE CONTACT OUR RESERVATIONS TEAM.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Kayaking Equipment (Kayak, Paddles, Personal Floatation Device)
- See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
- Professional guide
- Kayaking Equipment (Kayak, Paddles, Personal Floatation Device)
- See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Snacks
Additional Information
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children 12 & under MUST be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak.
- Dress code is smart casual
- Children 12 & under MUST be accompanied by an adult in a double kayak.
Location
1 Shelter Cove Ln
Shelter Cove Lane
Check in at our outdoor kiosk desk in Shelter Cove Marina. We are located at the southwest corner of the marina next to the Ship Store and ELA's on the Water Restaurant
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
4.9
(1543 Ratings)
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Josephsc4307sa
May 24, 2025
Fun and Educational - It was just my wife and I with Michael, our tour guide. The kayaking was leisurely and we also saw plenty of wildlife including numerous dolphins feeding, jumping fish, herons, cranes, crabs, and Michael gave us an education on oysters. We asked a lot of questions and learned a lot. One dolphin came within 10 feet of my kayak. The tour was definitely a highlight of the trip.
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Jessicasb4925vv
May 15, 2025
First-Time Kayaker’s Dream – Incredible Hilton Head Kayak Tour! - This was my very first time kayaking, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Whether you're a beginner like me or a seasoned paddler, I highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Wendy, was absolutely amazing – so knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the local ecosystem.
We learned so much about the area’s wildlife and environment, from birds to marsh plants to the incredible sea life. The scenery was stunning throughout, and the highlight had to be the dolphins swimming right alongside our kayaks – truly magical!
Wendy also captured some fantastic photos of our group, including the beautiful sunset we caught at the end of the tour. It was peaceful, educational, and absolutely unforgettable.
If you’re in Hilton Head, don’t miss this – especially if you’ve never kayaked before. I’m hooked now!
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Pamw867
May 15, 2025
Wendy rocks!!! - Wendy was the absolute best!!! She was so informative. I learned so much!! Loved every minute. Highly recommend Wendy!!
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Michaeldi1415ym
Nov 24, 2024
Great day on the water. - Great day. Grace was an expert guide, sharing much info about the area, the birds and the natural ecosystem. Highly recommend.
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Breannap551
Nov 16, 2024
Hilton Head Kayak Tour - We had an amazing time on the tour thanks to our guide Gerard Love. He was kind, patience, charismatic, and very knowledgable about the history and wildlife in the area. We even spotted a dolphin! Me and my boyfriend had a great time on the water with our guide, very peaceful and serene. 10/10 would recommend to guide with Gerard!
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Joewx799xh
Nov 9, 2024
Great fun trip with Paddy. - Great kayak trip and fun way to see the marsh areas and wildlife. Paddy our guide was fantastic. Lots of info on the history of Hilton head and the ecosystem. Great trip!
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Z907ryjosepha
Oct 31, 2024
Best Kayaking Tour around!!! - This is a wonderful Tour! Our tour guides name was Dylan. He was very knowledgeable about marine life, birds and the ecosystem. He took his time answering all our questions. I first took this tour in June and when we got the opportunity to come back it was the first thing I booked. We were super excited to see we had Dylan again as our tour guide!!!!
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Graffkimberly
Oct 30, 2024
A must do! - Tim is the ideal kayak instructor. He is knowledgeable and friendly and has a calm disposition. Outside was very thorough in reviewing safety guidelines before going out. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. It was such a peaceful and serene experience! I strongly recommend taking this tour and requesting Tim!
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Allysonc187
Oct 28, 2024
Hilton Head Kayak Tour - The tour was beautiful and we learned a lot about the area. Alexia was the best, very chill and knowledgeable tour guide.
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Tiffany_j
Nov 19, 2024
The experience overall... - The experience overall was really good. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and it was a beautiful day to be on the water.
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