Commander Zodiac

Commander-Zodiac-raft - 101 Things to Do Hilton Head Island — *Photo courtesy of Commander Zodiac*

Commander Zodiac Website

Company’s Description:

Their motto is “Your Trip, Your Way”.

Offering dolphin and nature excursions off Hilton Head Island since 1985. This is an excellent activity for adults as well as children with plenty of photo opportunities.

They are currently operating their tours as private, one family excursions with six people to the raft. However, two rafts can be combined for 12 people.

Dolphin tours will bring you up close to these friendly creatures as well as birds and other wildlife, and you’ll learn all about their habits and behaviors as well as the salt marsh ecosystem.

Located at Broad Creek Marina (18 Simmons Road), Commander Zodiac is a “go to” for educating and entertaining islanders and visitors. They have been selected by National Geographic, The Discovery Channel, and the BBC as local nature guides.

Commander Zodiac offers five exciting guided tours:

Creek Cruise: (1-hour) Glide through the beautiful waterways of the Broad Creek dolphin habitat where you’ll enjoy native wildlife, a variety of birds, and the local dolphins.
Dolphins and More: (1-1/2 hour) Be enchanted by playful dolphins, view amazing wildlife, and delight in the beautiful pristine waters around the Island.
Saltmarsh Discovery: (2 hours) Encounter dolphins, experience bird life and be amazed by the complex and vibrant ecosystem of the estuaries.
Disappearing Daufuskie Sandbar: (2-1/2 hours) Enjoy curious dolphins, see intriguing nature and beachcombing for shells on an island which later disappears.
Pinckney Island and Beachcoming: (2-1/2 hours) Journey past Pinckney Island to experience nature at its best. Enjoy dolphins, birds, wildlife, and beachcombing.