Private Boat ⎸ 1.75 to 2 Hours ⎸ Kids Favorite! ⎸ Personalized Tour!
Passenger - $49.75 + tax
All Ages
Private Boat - $269.00 + tax
Max 6 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.
Private w/ Better Boating Package - $319.00 + tax
Carefree adventure - drinks, light snacks, take home koozies, sunblock, bug spray, rain gear & blanks (if needed), ALL PROVIDED!
Extra Private Boat - 10% Off - $243.00 + tax
Five Star Experience •Max 6 passengers per boat • Everything you need from drinks to rain coats, just walk onboard
Extra Better Boating Boat - 10% Off - $289.00 + tax
Five Star Experience •Max 6 passengers per boat • Everything you need from drinks to rain coats, just walk onboard
duration: 1.75 to 2 Hours
cancellation_summary: Up to 48 hours Before w/ No Questions Asked
meeting_point: Broad Creek Marina - End of wooden pier, at sign, above kayaks.
group_size: Max of 6 (Check Out Our Rentals w/ Captain for Larger Groups)
accessibility: Boats take 2 steps from dock to deck. We are here to help.
pricing: Private - $269
Private w/ Better Boating Package - $319
description: Want to get to the dolphins and shells with ease? Let's Go!
Our Private Shell Hunting & Dolphin Tour takes you and your family to some shell hot spots or small beaches to comb where you will find shell after shell. This trip is best for those with children who want lot's of shells or may not like sitting for too long! We will get you to the dolphins and shells and keep your kids entertained, without them having to wait for the action.
Our up close and personal tours provide you with the best experience. Create lasting memories with family and friends without all the crowds.
BOOK within 2 hours of low tide for best shell hunting...
what_is_included: ✅ Up to 6 Guests
✅ A Guaranteed Great Time!
✅ Bimini or T-top for Some Shade
✅ Your Personal USCG Licensed Captain
✅ Life Jackets
✅ All Fuel, Licenses & Insurance
✅ A Nice Breeze
✅ Safety Equipment
???????????? For Convenience, Better Boating Package ????????????
Walk onboard without a worry. Everything you want and need without the fuss...
Better Boating Package includes;
???????? Drinks - Sparkling Water, Flat Water and Kids Drinks
???????? Snackle-Box full of Light Snacks, Like Bars and Nuts
???????? Koozies - Free to take home
???????? Sunblock
???????? Bug Spray
???????? Rain Jackets
???????? Blankets in Colder Months
what_is_not_included: ❌ Hats
❌ Sunglasses
❌ Skin Cover - Like Long Shirts
❌ Drinks & Snacks (unless VIP Option Booked)
❌ Cash/Venmo for tipping
Feel free to bring drinks and snacks, excluding glass bottles and red wine. We have coolers on the boats.
itinerary: 1- Meet and greet, 5min before tour @ the end of wooden pier
2- Boarding and safety talk
3- Life vests for those 12 & under, all vests onboard
4- Depart and explore with your captain. The day is yours!
5- Return to dock full of smiles and memories
highlights: Join your captain on an adventure your kids will love. If you're looking for dolphins and lots of shells, there is no better trip. These private tours allow you to do whatever you like! Looking for a longer trip? Book our Beachcomber Tour!
check_in_details: Please arrive 15min early.
- After turning on Simmons, take the first right, before the large building, at the signs.
- Park anywhere and walk towards the water(zipline on your right)
- Use the rest room and get ice, located in the small blue/green building between the kayaks(wooden pier) and the boats on racks.
- 5min before your tour be at the end of the WOODEN PIER (towards the boats), phone available.
- Apply sunblock BEFORE GETTING ON BOAT!
what_to_bring: ✅ Sunblock
✅ Hats
✅ Sunglasses
✅ Drinks & Snacks - ❌ No glass bottles or red
wine
✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping
restrictions: Understand that while this is generally a safe activity there is a possibility of encountering unexpected rougher waters throughout the tour. Because of this, if you or any member of your party is elderly, fragile, pregnant or have any pre-existing back injuries or other injuries, illnesses or conditions of any kind that could result in additional risk or injury, we suggest consulting your doctor prior to going on a boat ride with us or any other company.
extras: ???????????? For Convenience, Better Boating Package ????????????
Walk onboard without a worry. Everything you want and need without the fuss...
Better Boating Package includes;
???????? Drinks - Sparkling Water, Flat Water and Kids Drinks
???????? Snackle-Box full of Light Snacks, Like Bars and Nuts
???????? Koozies - Free to take home
???????? Sunblock
???????? Bug Spray
???????? Rain Jackets
???????? Blankets in Colder Months
disclaimers: If rain or weather becomes an issue, we will make the decision about departure at the time of the trip. There are times when we need to wait a few moments to let weather pass.
If we can not take you out, we will either reschedule or refund, your choice. Safety is always first.
Do not stress over the weather predictions THEY ARE USUALLY WRONG.
Booking Notes
HAVE THIS EMAIL OPEN WHEN DRIVING TO THE MARINA
Arrive a minimum of 15 minutes early to prepare for your trip....
What everyone should bring:
✅ Sunblock
✅ Hats
✅ Sunglasses
✅ Drinks & Snacks - ❌ No glass bottles or red
wine
✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping (15-20% customary)
???????? If anything less than a 5 star trip, please call as soon as done and we will make it right.
We have a cooler on board so bring any drinks and snacks you like. You may want ice too.
If you purchased the “Better Boating Package" we will have snacks, drinks, kids drinks, take home koozies, sunscreen, bug spray and raincoats available. If you haven't yet, call us and we can add it on for ease!
Please note that we use smaller boats to have a closer experience with nature, that means being closer to the water and wildlife. When the winds pick up or there are waves, we do get salt spray at times. This is an adventure you will always remember so please come with a great attitude and a love for life(and salt water;-)
Shell hunting or beach combing:
✅ Wear shoes or sandals w/ a heal strap that you can get wet.
???????? Be prepared to get wet up to your knees
???????? Towels are nice to have
Sunrise or sunset tours:
✅ Bring a light jacket or sweatshirt
Spring, Fall & Winter Visitors
???????? Expect it to be 10-15 degrees cooler on the boat. Better to be prepared than cold.
DIRECTIONS
???????? After turning on Simmons, take the first right, before the large building and at the signs.
???????? Park anywhere in the parking lot ahead and walk towards the water(zipline on your right)
???????? Use the rest room and get ice. ##The restrooms and ice are located in the small blue/green building between the kayaks(wooden pier) and the boat storage.
???????? 5min before your tour be at the end of the WOODEN PIER (towards the boats). No need to sit in the sun.
???????? Apply sunblock BEFORE GETTING ON BOAT!
???????? Have your phone available, they may call or text.
If you have any questions at all, please text or call 843-684-1911 and we will gladly answer them for you.
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