Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Join us on a 2.5-hour evening adventure to discover bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles in their natural habitat! Cruise through scenic salt marshes and inlets behind the barrier islands, where your knowledgeable naturalist guides share insights into dolphin behavior, feeding patterns, and the protected life of loggerhead sea turtles—frequently spotted in summer. Enjoy up-close wildlife encounters and a serene sunset voyage. Midway, explore the unique “Bone-yard Beach” on Capers Island, where ancient tree remains wash ashore. Trips run Sunday–Friday, 6:00–8:30 PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day; off-season trips are Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings timed with sunset. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring:
You are welcome to bring your own refreshments and small cooler for the trip. Beer and wine is welcome for passengers ages 21 and over.
Wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing and shoes or sandals.
Bathing suits are optional since you are welcome to get in the water during this excursion.
Please feel free to bring a bag with sunscreen, towels, cameras, binoculars, bug spray, or anything else that will make your trip more enjoyable.
Credit card to pay for parking. Text to pay system located in parking lot
What To Expect
Join your naturalist on a search and discovery mission on this 2.5-hour boat excursion to encounter the fascinating bottlenose dolphin and loggerhead sea turtle. Bottlenose dolphins are a common resident of your salt marshes and inlets behind the barrier islands. As you observe the dolphins feeding, playing, or simply cruising around in their native environment, you will learn all about their social behavior, feeding habits, and much more. Also, learn about the life history of the threatened loggerhead sea turtle, which we often catch sight of during the summer months. You will also have about 1 hour to get off the boat and explore Capers Island's "Bone-yard Beach".
Options
Dolphin Discovery Sunset Cruise
What‘s Included
Captain and Naturalist Guide
Parking Fee per hour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect family friendly excursion!
warn167,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Robert and Justin were great and informative. Really fun with our two kids, a great way to start our trip!
Fun family boat excursion-
Linda L,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Richard the captain is amazing- knows so much and makes it interesting and fun. He is so good with children!! What a fun trip to Capers island. We saw several pods of dolphins coming and going. The trip to the bone yard was fun and the sunset coming back was beautiful! Don’t think twice- take this trip - FUN
Such a fun addition to our trip!
Whtvrhappns127,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an INCREDIBLE tour and the value is amazing. My family of 8 (two small kids) went on a dolphin sunset eco tour and had so much fun. The kids were very entertained throughout, the stop on the island was so unique and the guide Mike was so informative and funny. Cannot recommend this tour enough!
So fun, interesting and informative!
Greeleygal123,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We brought 4 out-of-state friends along and everyone loved it.
Great trip through the salt marshes of low country
J5738DWanneb,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The evening dolphin trip was a highlight of our vacation in Charleston. It was a beautiful evening - saw lots of dolphins and sea birds. Enjoyed the walk on the beach and especially the crew who were a pleasure.
Fun way to get on the water
Shelly S,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun way to get out on the water and see dolphins. The tour director educated us along the way and showed us interesting things.
Low Country Learning and Laughs
Robert F,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed the Eco Tour. The knowledge displayed by both our guide and our captain was evidence of their passion for the subject and their multi-generational heritage in the area. Robert's humor kept everyone laughing, from toddlers to grandparents.
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Operated by Barrier Islands Eco Tours