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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 962 reviews

Morris Island Dolphin Cruise Adventure

Experience beauty in nature, where dolphins abound and time stands still in the salty sea!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Sunset Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

Paddle beside native birds and dolphins, learning about the Barrier Island Ecosystem.

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

See bottlenose dolphins & cruise an estuary

Head out onto the water to learn about our favorite saltwater mammal near Folly Beach!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 468 reviews

Morris Island Dolphin Sighting and Shelling Trip

Cruise the mesmerizing salt marsh creeks of Folly Island to historic Morris Island.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Byob Sunset Cruise – Charleston's fav Party Boat

Ninety minutes on Charleston Harbor — BYOB, dolphin sightings, Lowcountry sunsets, and a skyline view no street can match. Your drinks, your music. Departs downtown Ripley Light Marina.

5 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Private Folly River Dolphin Cruise

Experience Charleston’s most picturesque salt marsh where the dolphins reign supreme!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviews

Nennella Sailing on Charleston Harbor

Step onto a classic 1964 Pearson Vanguard and explore Charleston Harbor! NOTE: THIS IS A THREE-HOUR EXCURSION (despite what Airbnb might have listed elsewhere on this page).

5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Afternoon Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

Learn SUPing basics while paddling alongside dolphins and exploring the Barrier Islands.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Sunset kayak dolphin safari on the Folly River

Kayak on the Folly River alongside bottle nose dolphins through the beautiful salt marsh full of oysters. Our eco tour explores the tidal creeks immersed in marsh grass, fiddler crabs and local birds.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews

Learn to surf with a local Pro Surfer

Join an expert surfer for a personalized lesson on Folly Beach.

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Roasting Marshmallows with Goats in Sweaters

Join us for one of our coziest farm experiences! Roast marshmallows over the fire, make s’mores, snuggle our friendly goats, pet highland cows, and spend a relaxing evening under the twinkle lights!

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Kayak Dolphin Safari on the Folly River

Kayak on the Folly River alongside bottlenose dolphins and adventure through the beautiful salt marsh. Our eco tour is completely immersed in nature, surrounded by marsh grass and many local birds.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Morning Kayak Dolphin Safari on the Folly River

Kayak on the Folly River alongside bottle nose dolphins and adventure though the beautiful salt marsh. Our eco tour is completely immersed in nature surrounded by marsh grass and many local birds.

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Sail into the sunset in Charleston Harbor

View the USS Yorktown, Castle Pickney, and more on a 2.5-hour luxury sailboat adventure.

5 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Estuary Boat Trip with a stop at Morris Island

A 2.5 hour trip by boat to Morris Island where the historic lighthouse sits.

5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Explore herbalism and tea on a plant walk

Join a tea ceremony, weaving history, folklore, and plant identification on a guided walk.

5 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Hunt shark teeth on a leisurely excursion

Uncover the Ashley River's hidden treasures and wildlife on a easy-going kayak trip.

5 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Kayak upstream along the historic Ashley River

Take in the river, marvelling at blue herons, turtles and alligators as you paddle.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Morning Paddleboard Dolphin Safari

Paddle the Folly River, learning basics and exploring alongside native birds and..

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 552 reviews

Farm Snuggle Session

Get up close with our friendly dwarf goats, highland cows, and many more!

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