Sunset & Fireworks Dolphin Tour

duration: 2 Hours
cancellation_summary: We allow cancellations up to 48 hours prior to scheduled activity.
meeting_point: Palmetto Bay Marina – 86 Helmsman Way Suite 101, Hilton Head, SC 29928
group_size: Maximum 48 people
description: Experience a breathtaking Sunset & Fireworks Dolphin Tour on Hilton Head Island! Our high energy local guides will make your experience fun and memorable. Watch playful dolphins in their natural environment, a beautiful Lowcountry sunset, and a fireworks display on this unforgettable water adventure!

what_is_included: - 2 Hour Sunset Fireworks Dolphin Tour
- Narrated by high energy local guides
- Guaranteed dolphin sightings
- Sunset views of Hilton Head Island from the water
- 8 to 10 minute Fireworks Display from the water (avoiding mass crowds and parking issues)
- 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. 45 minutes - We'll enter 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. We'll also observe a beautiful Lowcountry sunset.
4. 30 minutes - As we cruise toward the Fireworks spot, 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!
5. 15 minutes - We'll watch the Fireworks display from the water and return to Palmetto Bay Marina.
highlights: This summer enjoy the weekly Hilton Head Island Fireworks display from the best seats in the house on this one-of-a-kind boat tour! We'll depart from Palmetto Bay Marina and travel through Broad Creek and the Calibogue Sound. Look out for our resident Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins as they play, feed, and swim around the boat.

Our energetic guides will tell you about the ecosystem and the Hilton Head area all while making it fun with good music, local recommendations, a photo of your family and an interactive vibe.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a beautiful sunset. There’s a reason why Hilton Head has been named one of the best destinations for a sunset viewing along the East Coast!

Finally, after the sun has fully sunk below the horizon, get ready for Hilton Head’s Fireworks display. There is truly no better place to enjoy this spectacular show than from the water!
check_in_details: Please arrive 20 minutes early to your scheduled tour and check in at the Lowcountry Watersports office.
what_to_bring: Hat (optional)
Sunglasses (optional)
Sunscreen (optional)

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?
45-50 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.