Disappearing Island Dolphin Tour

duration: 2 Hours
cancellation_summary: Cancellations are allowed 48 hours prior to the scheduled activity.
meeting_point: Palmetto Bay Marina – 86 Helmsman Way Suite 101, Hilton Head, SC 29928
group_size: Maximum 48 people
accessibility: There will be a 2-3 foot step down onto Disappearing Island
description: Looking for one of the best dolphin tours on Hilton Head? Our Disappearing Island Dolphin Tour delivers unforgettable dolphin sightings as you cruise scenic Lowcountry waters. Then step onto the famous Disappearing Island sandbar, visible only at low tide — perfect for shelling, photos, and exploring. This family-friendly Hilton Head boat tour is fun, relaxed, and unlike anything else on the island.

what_is_included: - 2 Hour Tour
- Narrated by high energy local guides
- Observe the Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins in their natural environment
- Stop a Disappearing Island, an island only accessible at low tide and filled with shells, sand dollars and starfish
- Guaranteed dolphin sightings
- Special surprise for kids
- Photo of your family
what_is_not_included: - Gratuity not included but always appreciated.

itinerary: 1. 15 minutes - You'll board the vessel and meet the captain and crew! We'll depart Palmetto Bay Marina and cruise down Broad Creek.
2. 15 minutes - As we cruise Broad Creek, you'll get to know your crew and fellow passengers. Your guide will share fun facts about the marsh, oysters, and local wildlife.
3. 25 minutes - We'll enter the Calibogue Sound and navigate toward Disappearing Island. Along the way you'll see the iconic Harbourtown Lighthouse, Daufuskie Island & Tybee Island.
4. 25 - 30 minutes - We'll arrive and disembark at Disappearing Island, a sandy beach only visible at low tide. You'll have the opportunity to see sand dollars, starfish, and shells.
5. 25 - 30 minutes - We'll continue our adventure in the Calibogue Sound and navigate to known feeding, traveling or socializing dolphin zones. Once we find the dolphins, we'll observe them and tell you all about these intelligent mammals.
6. 15 minutes - As the tour draws to a close, your guide will take a picture of your family, share personal recommendations for your vacation, and spend some time with any kids for a special surprise!
highlights: Tours to Disappearing Island can only happen when the moon and the tides are just right. If this tour is available while on your vacation, this is the one you want to book!

On a Disappearing Island tour you will experience everything from one of our famous dolphin tours like viewing the dolphin up close, learning them by name and their habits, along with some great music, laughs and a bunch of surprises for the kids.

But that’s not all, the boat will pull right up to the sand and give you chance to hop off and explore. You'll have the opportunity to see sand dollars, starfish and shells. You’ll get a chance to learn about all of the items you see and as always, we never keep anything living.

This tour is constantly awarded five stars by our guests!
check_in_details: Please arrive 20 minutes early to your scheduled tour and check in at the Lowcountry Watersports office prior to boarding.

what_to_bring: Hat (optional)
Sunglasses (optional)
Sunscreen (optional)

special_requirements:

faqs: WILL WE SEE DOLPHINS? WHAT IS THE BEST TIME OF DAY TO SEE THEM?
Yes, we guarantee dolphin sightings on this trip! We see these playful creatures sunrise to sunset.

CAN WE FEED, TOUCH, OR SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS?
Lowcountry Watersports strives to protect wild dolphins. Dolphins are protected by the National Marine Mammal Act; therefore, we do not touch, chase, pursue, harass, feed, or swim with wild dolphins. It is illegal and considered inhumane.

WHAT SIZE/KIND OF BOAT ARE WE RIDING ON?
45-55 foot pontoon boat - Enough room for everyone!!

WHAT AGE IS THE ACTIVITY SUITED FOR?
This activity is great for all ages (infants to adults)!

IS THERE A BATHROOM ON THE BOAT?
There is a bathroom aboard 2 of our boats. Please inquire by phone if you’d like to ensure there is a bathroom aboard on your trip.

IS THE BOAT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?
Yes, if a friend or family member can assist in boarding the boat.