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Try something completely different, an experience you’ll remember for a long time. Explore Daufuskie Island (map) by golf cart.
Getting to Daufuskie
To get to Daufuskie, you’ll need a boat. There is no bridge. Your options include taking a passenger ferry, operated by Island Head or Vagabond Cruises; sign-up for a private charter aboard a six-passenger boat; or rent a boat to “drive” over on your own. Once you arrive on Daufuskie, golf carts are available for rent at Freeport Marina.
Golf Cart Rentals and Guided Tours
Make sure you ask about making arrangements for a cart when you make your transportation reservations because the supply of carts is limited.
To enhance your exploration, a self-guided tour cd is available for purchase at Freeport’s “Not So General” General Store (the carts come equipped with a cd player). Provided by the Daufuskie Lowcountry Museum, the narrative includes many wonderful stories about the Island’s history and culture.
You can rent golf carts by the half-day or full day (about six hours). You’ll probably want to rent for at least half a day to give you plenty of time to explore all that the Island has to offer, from the beautiful beaches to historic Gullah sites, and the living plantation at the Bloody Point Lighthouse. Grab a bite to eat at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company at Freeport Marina.
Just like renting a car, you must have a valid drivers license. You will be provided with a detailed map of the Island’s roads and significant landmarks.
Traveling on Sandy Lanes
Be aware that this island is undeveloped and sparsely populated. It feels almost deserted (there are less than 300 full-time residents). It is mostly woods and the sites of interest are very spread out. There are a few paved roads, but you’ll be mostly traveling on sandy lanes.
Remember that cars and trucks (yes, there are some) go much faster than a golf cart and have the right of way, so you’ll need to pull over to let them pass. If you need to stop to look at the map, don’t stop in the middle of the road. There are many blind curves. And just like with cars, do not let your young ones drive, and do not drink and drive. There are police on the Island.
For more information, contact:
Daufuskie Difference (843-342-8687)
Island Head (843-686-4386)
Live Oac (843-384-1414)
Outside Hilton Head (800-686-6996)
Sky Pirate Watersports (843-842-2566)
Vagabond Cruises (843-363-9026)
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