MORRIS ISLAND BEACH DROP
Overview
Boat Ecotour + Beach Drop
Escape to a legendary Charleston beach by boat!
Hop aboard for a family-friendly adventure that takes you straight to the sandy shores of a wild barrier island. This tour is part boat cruise, part beach day—and all fun.
Departing from Shem Creek, our naturalists and captains will guide you through the salt marsh and Charleston Harbor, sharing stories of the Lowcountry along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for bottlenose dolphins, brown pelicans, and (in summer!) gentle manatees as we cruise past iconic sights like the Ravenel Bridge, downtown Charleston, and Fort Sumter.
Once we arrive on Morris Island, you’ll have plenty of time to explore, hunt for fossils and shells with a Coastal Expeditions guide, or just relax on the beach with a picnic and good company.
This tour is a summer favorite—laid-back, scenic, and perfect for all ages.
Why We Love It
Departing from our Shem Creek dock in Mount Pleasant, this is a great way see wildlife and the Charleston skyline by water. It’s the perfect trip for multi-generational groups and families with younger kids.
Rates & Details
4 Hours
$65 adults | $40 12 & under
Offered from March 16 to October 15. Private charters are available.
Beach Drop | Boat Tour | Dolphins & Wildlife | For Families | Fossil Hunting
MEETING PLACE
Coastal Expeditions on Shem Creek
514 Mill Street
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
THINGS TO KNOW
- This tour will leave on time. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to allow yourself time to park and check-in.
- The boat is a custom-built, Coast Guard-certified vessel with a full canvas canopy. Coastal Expeditions boats are designed to be stable and comfortable for sightseeing tours.
- This tour is suitable for families.
Activity Level
After a Charleston harbor boat ride, participants will depart directly from the boat onto the beach. On the island, you can beach comb, explore and relax at your own pace.
A Coastal Expeditions naturalist will be on the island to answer questions and and help you find fossils, if interested.
What To Pack & Wear
Dress for the weather. We recommend a light jacket even in warmer months.
Bring drinking water, picnic lunch, snacks, sunscreen, towels and a few things that you’d want on the beach. No glass on the boat, please!
Cancellation & Weather Policy
This tour is non-refundable within 72-hours of the tour date.
Weather (thunderstorms or high winds) may impact this excursion. Cancellations usually occur due to lightning, thunder or high winds and we will make sure to reschedule your group if needed. Our general cancellation policies apply unless our experts determine it is potentially unsafe or unwise to venture out. In the event that we decide to cancel due to weather, we will make every effort to call you at least two hours before your departure and help you reschedule or credit/refund the full cost of your trip.
Guide Safety & Training
All Coastal Expeditions guides hold certifications in first aid, CPR and lifeguarding. Throughout the year, they participate in continuing education and training to ensure that they are proficient paddlers, and all lead guides hold sea kayaking certifications from the American Canoe Association of Level 1 or higher.
Our captains hold 100-ton master captain licenses from the USCG. Coastal Expeditions boats are custom-built vessels that receive yearly inspections from the U.S. Coast Guard.
Gratuity
Gratuity is not included in your tour price. Our guides go above and beyond to make sure you have a fantastic time out on the water! Average gratuity ranges from 15%–25% of your tour cost based on your experience. It is not required, but always greatly appreciated.
