See Dolphins in the Wild—Right from Downtown Beaufort & the Sea Islands

 Fall in love with the Lowcountry on a charter, boat cruise or kayak trip.

 

 

 

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Where the Wild Still Feels Wild

Escape the crowds and launch into the peaceful creeks and quiet coves of Beaufort, St. Helena Island and Hunting Island State Park.

From dolphins in Ward’s Creek to the far reaches of the ACE Basin, this is the Lowcountry at its most authentic—untamed, beautiful, and yours to explore.

We’ve got two locations to choose from: Town & Country. Start there and find your adventure.

Dolphins viewed from a Shem Creek Dolphin Tour with Coastal Expeditions

Downtown Beaufort

Discover the heart of the Lowcountry with dolphin boat adventures, sunset cruises, and cultural excursions launching from our Downtown Beaufort dock—just steps from Bay Street.

Roseate Spoonbills wading the water at Kiawah River where Coastal Expeditions leads kayak and boat tours

St. Helena & Hunting Islands

Explore the wild side of the Lowcountry with boat tours, kayak trips, SUP rentals, and ferry rides to remote barrier islands—all launching from our St. Helena Island outpost.

Beaufort Sunset Cruise, Things to do in Beaufort, South Carolina, Beaufort Waterfront
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Historic Beaufort Dolphin Cruise

Cruise past Beaufort’s historic waterfront as your captain shares stories of the region’s deep past—from the first Indigenous peoples to Spanish explorers and English colonists—while dolphins, ospreys, and bald eagles add to the show. This laid-back, 1.5-hour tour is the best way to experience Beaufort’s natural beauty and layered history by water.

With our dock just steps from downtown dining and shops, it’s the perfect way to break up your day with a little salt air and sunshine.

Shem Creek kayak rentals, Kiawah River kayak rentals, explore Charleston
KAYAK & PADDLEBOARD RENTALS

Your Perfect Lowcountry Day Starts Here.

Park with ease, grab top-tier gear, and launch from our quiet, private dock into the winding beauty of Ward’s Creek. You’ll paddle through calm waters with dolphins, egrets, and expansive views all around—just steps from the ACE Basin. Whether you’re looking for solitude or a shared adventure, this is an unforgettable way to experience Beaufort’s wild side at your own pace. Walk-ups welcome!

“Coastal Expeditions is led by naturalists with a extensive knowledge of the fragile coastal environment and the history of the Beaufort barrier islands.”

-DISCOVER SC

Coastal Expeditions, Introducing Earthling to Earth, Coastal Expeditions Foundation

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