Hilton Head Dolphin Tour to Disappearing Island

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Hilton Head Dolphin Tour to Disappearing Island

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Duration: 2 hours

Overview

Discover the magic of Hilton Head with a Dolphin Tour to Disappearing Island! This 2-hour adventure offers guaranteed dolphin sightings and a rare opportunity to explore a hidden island filled with shells, sand dollars, and starfish—only accessible at low tide.

🐬 Enjoy guaranteed up-close sightings of Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat

🏝️ Explore Disappearing Island, a hidden gem only accessible at low tide, filled with shells, sand dollars, and starfish

🌊 Cruise through the scenic waters of the Lowcountry with an expert crew offering fun facts and local knowledge

📸 Capture unforgettable memories on this family-friendly adventure with no age restrictions

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

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Full description

This 2-hour experience offers a perfect mix of exploration, education, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. As you cruise through the beautiful Lowcountry, keep your eyes peeled for Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins swimming and playing in their natural environment—sightings are guaranteed! But the real highlight is a stop at the magical Disappearing Island, a hidden gem only accessible at low tide. Here, you'll find an untouched paradise filled with shells, sand dollars, and starfish, perfect for beachcombing and creating lasting memories.

This tour is open to all ages, making it a fantastic outing for families, friends, and nature lovers alike. The knowledgeable crew ensures a fun and informative trip, while the island stop gives everyone a chance to experience the beauty of Hilton Head’s coastal treasures up close.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome. Please include every person in the reservation, including infants.
Physical limitations: There will be a 2-3 foot step down onto Disappearing Island, and participants will wade through about a foot of water.
Experience level: All levels are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All participants, including children and infants, must be signed up at the time of reservation.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2 hours.
What’s included: A guided tour, dolphin sightings, a stop at Disappearing Island, and memories. Bottled water provided.
Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times. Other participants may join.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed; everyone must have a reservation.
Photo/ video: Personal photos are encouraged.
Specific rules to follow: Not allowed to smoke.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The tour will run rain or shine.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 15-20 minutes in advance. Late arrivals are not refunded.
Parking: Available at Palmetto Bay Marina.
What to wear: Dress for the weather, and expect to wade through about a foot of water when accessing Disappearing Island.
What to bring: Drinks, snacks, sunglasses, and hats for comfort.
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No changing rooms available, but restroom stops are provided.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

There will be a 2-3 foot step down onto Disappearing Island.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.