Folly Beach: Morning Dolphin Boat to Morris Island

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Glide through the estuary behind Folly Beach searching for dolphins on a pontoon boat cruise. Then, explore Morris Island, docking near the historic lighthouse, with your local guide.

About this activity

  • Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

  • Duration

    2 hour

Experience

  • Highlights
    • Feel the excitement of seeing your first dolphin in the wild
    • Learn about Charleston's rich history from a local captain
    • Make the most of your time at sea with friends or family
  • Full description
    Get on board as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly beach while we search for the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that live here year-round. Your experienced captain shares their knowledge about this beautiful ecosystem, the local history, and our famous dolphins while always operating the vessel in a way that is safe and respectful of the resident wildlife.

    During the tour, be on the lookout for strand feeding, a dolphin hunting technique that is unique to this part of the world. Strand feeding is usually seen July – September. You get to explore these backwaters and navigate to historic Morris Island, where you can hunt for fossils, sea shells, and sand...  more
  • Includes
    • Round-trip transportation by pontoon boat
      Boat cruise
      Captain
      Lighthouse visit
      Lifejackets (for children 13 and under)
      Eco Talk about Folly River and Folly Beach
  • Exclude
    • Food and drinks
      Tips
From US$ 49.5 per person
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