Dinner Cruise Hilton Head
Dinner cruises are one of the most memorable ways to see the Lowcountry. These peaceful cruises will take you on a scenic trip along a creek…
The Coastal Discovery Museum should be your first stop for all things Hilton Head. This is place to go to gain a better understanding of the Lowcountry’s cultural heritage and…


Hilton Head dolphins are as friendly as the people here. They show up in all the populated places – the Atlantic beaches, the sounds, and the creeks. …


Every year over two million visitors flock here to enjoy the warm sunshine and more than 12 miles of beaches that encircle Hilton Head. Beachcombing is a natural activity…


With miles of picturesque waterways Hilton Head Island offers many ways to explore. If you are adventurous and feel the call of the wild, try renting a powerboat and be…


A ‘must do’ for visitors to Hilton Head Island is a boat cruise to Savannah. Skip the hassles of driving and arrive at Savannah’s River Street in style.


Winged, feathered, scaled or furred, Hilton Head’s natural inhabitants are all impressive and enjoyable to observe, but require the utmost respect as you come upon their terrain.


In the Lowcountry, ‘photo ops’ can be found at every turn. Join a guided photographic tour along Hilton Head’s waterways or the Savannah River.


Both the amateur and the avid birdwatcher quickly recognize Hilton Head as a prime place for birding. Birding is so popular and such an essential part of the Lowcountry…


If you want to see one of the Hilton Head’s most intriguing inhabitants, the American alligator, you probably need to go only as far as the nearest fresh water or…


Hilton Head Island’s distinctive scenery, combined with its mysterious light, makes sunset viewing an enduring Lowcountry pastime. Any place on the western side of the Island will give you…


The Lowcountry’s estuarial ecosystem has led to the preservation of three national wildlife refuges that are open for exploration: Pinckney Island, ACE Basin, and the Savannah Wildlife Refuges.


Photo courtesy of AJPierro Photography
Back in 1986 the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy was established to form a nationwide network of trails created from abandoned railroad corridors. Now there are more than 2,000…


The giant bronze statue of Neptune, Shelter Cove Harbour’s most famous landmark, furnishes an ideal family photo, but it is not the only thing that draws people to Shelter Cove…


Before there was Sea Pines, there was Palmetto Bay Marina, opened in 1959. The marina’s free-spirited Key West ambiance makes it a popular all-day destination. Water activities, restaurants, and…


Hilton Head Island’s Harbour Town Yacht Basin is ‘must do’ – a great place for the whole family to spend a whole day. It is the center of activity…


Located at in the Sea Pines Resort, South Beach Marina Village is modeled after a New England-style fishing village. It is a great place to congregate, people watch, and…


There is so much fun to be had at this mid-island hub that the owners have decided to call this marina ‘Broad Creek Marina Adventures.’ You can spend the…


In the midst of over 200 wonderful restaurants on Hilton Head Island, there is one unique dining experience offering the ultimate in beauty and romance – a sunset dinner cruise.


How about a pedal powered party! Whether you call it a boat, a bike, or a pub, this new cycle boat will certainly offer a fun and unforgettable experience.


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What better place to take in a serene sunset than in a boat on the water.
Better yet, add adult beverages and you have the perfect…


Parasailing is your ticket to a peaceful yet thrilling experience. Soar over Hilton Head Island and you’ll see the Lowcountry for miles in every direction. Go solo or fly tandem.…


Anthropologists guess that around 400 A.D. a form of belly boarding on wood planks was introduced in ancient Hawaii. Over the centuries, the art, sport and culture of surfing…


For an exhilarating guided water tour with plenty of photo opportunities, be sure to consider the thrill of riding in a hard bottom inflatable zodiac-type raft.


The Stars and Stripes is an original 12-meter America’s Cup boat skippered by Dennis Conner. Offers a 90-minute afternoon sail and a two-hour sunset sail.


Don’t miss out on taking a cruise on Hilton Head’s only trimaran, berthed at the Harbour Town Yacht Basin in the Sea Pines Resort.


For a tranquil experience on the water, take a sail on a sailing catamaran. You’ll feel totally relaxed as you take in the serene Hilton Head Island waters.


Set sail and venture out on the pristine waters that surround beautiful Hilton Head Island. Slicing through the sparkling water aboard a sail boat, with the warm sun shining…


Kayaking is a Hilton Head ‘must do.’ It is one of the best ways to enjoy the natural gifts the Lowcountry has to offer.


Here’s a new one – a two seat, down-low compact power catamaran that reaches speeds up to 30 miles an hour! And you drive it yourself! This has to be…


How about an extreme day. Experience the thrill of speeding behind a powerboat on nothing more than a pair of water skis or a bouncy rubber tube.


Stand up paddle boarding is one of today’s fastest growing water activities, great for all ages. World-class surfers, fitness gurus and watermen alike have embraced this latest exercise trend.


A popular sport on Hilton Head is jet skiing, or waverunning. Our waters are safe and uncrowded so you can go ‘fast and bouncy’ or ‘slow and cruise.’


The waters of Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry are an angler’s paradise. Just choose your fishing adventure – we have it all.


No, it’s not fishing to libations and live music. ‘Party boats,’ also known as ‘head boats,’ are large fishing boats that are licensed to carry ten to 100 passengers.…


Photo by Eric Horan
If you are new to fishing in the Lowcountry, you may need some equipment and experienced advice. You may also need a fishing license or…


What’s a vacation without some leisurely time to kick back and drop a fishing pole into the water? If you aren’t a heavy-duty angler, you have kids in tow,…


Shrimping has always played a large role in the day-to-day life and culture of the people of Hilton Head Island and throughout the Lowcountry. So if you want to get…


Feeling a little crabby? An easy and relaxing Hilton Head family activity, perhaps easier than fishing, is an outing to go crabbing. If you would like to learn more…


Arrive home with the ultimate fish story – ‘I caught JAWS!’ Perhaps this is why shark fishing is one of the most popular excursions for both family fun and…


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One of the most iconic images of the Lowcountry is a fisherman in his bateau throwing a huge mesh net to catch shrimp and bait fish.
So if you…


A visit to the Lowcountry is not complete until you’ve experienced the ‘haints’ of the South: Boo Hags and root doctors; Voodoo and grave robbers; pirates and Civil War…


Photo courtesy of Mermaid Tours of Hilton Head
Give your youngsters the vacation memory of a lifetime: find a real
mermaid in the wild! Just picture their
faces when she swims right up…


Whether it’s Blackbeard or Jack Sparrow, pirates always seem to excite and fascinate us. Now your youngsters have a chance to experience what it must have been like to be…


When the tourist season swings into high gear, the night skies of Hilton Head sizzle with fireworks. Running from mid-June through to mid-August, beginning around 9:00 p.m. (weather permitting,…


Just a short distance across the water from Hilton Head Island is Daufuskie Island, a century removed from the upscale stores, vacation villas, and power yachts of Hilton Head’s busiest…


If you are curious about Daufuskie Island but want more flexibility than a guided tour, design your own day trip. Visiting Daufuskie can be a completely impromptu adventure, requiring nothing…


You’ve been on the go all day, and now you’re ravenous. Lucky for you, the Hilton Head area is as loaded with great restaurants as it is with activities…


The River Street Riverboat Company offers a variety of cruises aboard the Savannah River Queen and the Georgia Queen, replicas of the river boats that cruised America’s rivers in days…


When visiting Beaufort, founded 300 years ago, you can’t help but be curious about its history. Why are all these beautiful antebellum homes still here? Who were the…


The city of Charleston is one of this country’s most popular destinations, having received ‘Cond退 Nast Traveler’s’ Award as ‘Top U.S. City.’ Visitors can choose from a number of guided…


Offers professionally guided sightseeing and nature tours aboard CraigCats, jet ski and boat rentals, and tours aboard a 20-passenger cycleboat.


Bubba’s Cabin Lowcountry Outfitters on Hilton Head Island is the place for all your fishing, crabbing, shrimping and cast netting gear, as well as souvenirs and bike rentals.


The Coastal Discovery Museum is one of the most memorable destinations on Hilton Head Island. Explore natural history and cultural heritage on the 68-acre Honey Horn property.


Dolphin and nature excursions aboard zodiac rafts; sail boat rentals; sailing lessons; and Kids Camps.


The Crabber J II is great fun for the whole family. Learn about sport crabbing and the Atlantic Blue Claw Crab. You’ll teach you how to catch crab as…


Daufuskie Island ferry service; dolphin tours; guided nature & history tours of Daufuskie Island; fireworks cruises; and golf cart rentals.


Dolphin and nature tours aboard the ‘SS Pelican’ and the ‘Island Queen.’


Eric Horan is an award-winning commercial and environmental photographer based in Beaufort County, South Carolina.


Dolphin watching and nature tours aboard the six passenger 27-foot catamaran ‘Flying Circus.’ Sunset and fireworks cruises available. Sailing lessons also available.


Dolphin and nature cruises aboard the ‘Holiday’ and crabbing aboard the ‘Crabber J II.’


Island Head Watersports operates seasonally out of Hilton Head Harbour on Hilton Head’s north end. They offer parasailing, kayak and paddle board tours, pontoon boat rentals, and fireworks cruises.


Offering Lowcountry nature, sightseeing, fishing, and water sports adventuring led by experienced and personable captains.


Offers a wide variety of outdoor programs including: guided kayak rentals and tours, boat-based dolphin tours, charter fishing, boat charters and rentals, tours of historic Daufuskie Island, stand-up paddleboarding,…


Provides two-hour guided kayak and stand-up paddle board tours as well as kayak and board rentals along with Tuesday Night Fireworks tour and crabbing lessons.


Riverboat excursions along the Savannah River, including a variety of sightseeing, dining, and entertainment cruises.


Rents jet skis and kayaks by the hour. Offers kayak rentals by the hour as well as guided kayak tours to Pinckey Island National Wildlife Refuge. Operates on a…


Parasailing, boat rentals, dolphin and nature cruises, and evening cocktail cruises.


Offers dinner cruises on the Hilton Head waterways as well as cruises to Savannah’s riverfront and the popular summer Tuesday night fireworks display at Shelter Cove Harbour.


Owned and operated by Vagabond Cruises, The Stars and Stripes is an original 12-meter America’s Cup boat. This grand and celebrated sailboat is the historical America’s Cup winning vessel designed…


Photo courtesy of Vagabond Cruises
Tammy Jane Website
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The 45-foot Tammy Jane is Hilton Head Island’s only excursion shrimping vessel. The 2-hour educational cruises will give you a hands-on look…


The Vagabond offers water tours and activities, including dolphin and nature tours, ghost tours, specialty kids tours, and ferry service to Daufuskie Island.


Guided photography tours of the South Carolina’s Lowcountry with award-winning nature photographer Eric Horan.

