Private 17 Passenger Boat Charter in Hilton Head
Overview
Rent a 17-passenger boat for an unforgettable adventure on the Lowcountry waters. With your own captain, enjoy personalized activities tailored to your group's interests. Our USCG licensed captains are also interpretive naturalists, sharing fun facts and stories about the area's unique ecology. Perfect for bachelor/bachelorette parties, family reunions, or any group looking to celebrate in style.
- Enjoy a private boat experience with your own captain
- Tailor activities to your group's preferences for a custom adventure
- Learn about the Lowcountry from our knowledgeable captains
- Ideal for celebrations, family gatherings, or group outings
What's Included
- Bottled water
- See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
- Boat cruise
- USCG Liscenced Captain - Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1 Shelter Cove Lane
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Meet at our outdoor desk in Shelter Cove Marina. Here you will check in before joining your Captain. Find our desk in the far North end of the Marina next to Ela's Grille and the Harbormasters Office. The marina is on the beautiful Broad Creek, where you will start your dolphin tour.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not all seats have shade
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-75070P41
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Private 17 Passenger Boat Charter in Hilton Head. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
- See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.
- Boat cruise.
- USCG Liscenced Captain - Guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private 17 Passenger Boat Charter in Hilton Head is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 17 Passenger Boat Charter in Hilton Head will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
- Boat cruise
- USCG Liscenced Captain - Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not all seats have shade
