4 Sunset Dolphin Cruises in Hilton Head That Fill Up First

1.Hilton Head Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 412 reviews · 1h 30m · from $50Our pick

Board the Vagabond at Harbour Town Pier for a 90-minute cruise with a naturalist captain. You’ll search for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, then head toward Daufuskie Island and Bull Creek for sunset. Guides such as Justin, John, and Wyatt have added local stories and wildlife facts to the ride.

“The captain's explanation was very interesting and it was very nice to see because he explained where the dolphins were. And I felt so good looking at the open sea. When I lived in New York, I honestly didn't want to look at it because it was by the sea, but after living in Dallas for a long time, I missed the sea, so I just liked it.”

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2.Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 393 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Spend 90 minutes aboard Vagabond Cruise’s narrated sunset boat ride from Harbour Town Yacht Basin. Captain Justin, Johnny, or another local crew member may point out dolphins, birds, shrimp boats, marshes, and island history. Dolphins are guaranteed, and beer, wine, snacks, soda, and water are sold onboard.

“Nice evening cruise. We saw lots of dolphins and were able to capture a lovely sunset. Captain gave a nice narration on the Sound.”

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3.90 minute Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 230 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55Top rated

You’ll cruise Hilton Head’s tidal salt marsh with captains such as Dan, Kelly, Grant, or Dean, hearing about dolphins, oysters, Gullah culture, and local history. The 90-minute ride includes bottled water, sunset views, and chances to spot dolphins, with beer, wine, soda, and other drinks available for purchase.

“This experience was wonderful. Captain Dan and First Mate CT were knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere was amazing.”

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4.Hilton Head: Private Dolphin Day or Sunset Catamaran Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes

Take a private 2 to 2.5-hour catamaran ride around Hilton Head for dolphin and bird watching, salt-marsh stories, or a sunset over the water. Captain William and AJ have earned warm praise, while the private format lets you bring your own food and drinks for up to six people.

“Captain William was great! He was very knowledgeable and an amazing boat captain!! It certainly was a highlight of our trip! We will definitely be booking again!”

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