Paddle Under the Light of a Full Moon! September 6 & 7: Find Out More
ST. HELENA & HUNTING ISLAND
The gateway to the wild coast.
Tucked along the Harbor River just minutes from Hunting Island and Fripp, our St. Helena Island Outpost is your launch point for exploring the Sea Islands—by boat, kayak, or paddleboard. From the blackwater creeks to the beaches of St. Phillips Island, this is year-round Lowcountry at its wildest.
Tours, private charters, and rentals offered daily.
Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals
Available daily with walk-up access. Explore wildlife-rich creeks at your own pace—no experience needed.
Full Moon Kayak Tour
Paddle under the glow of the full moon through quiet creeks—an unforgettable Lowcountry experience. 2hr.
Little Capers Island Stargazing Tour
Watch the Milky Way rise or meteors fall on this special trip! 4hrs.
Hunting Island Dolphin Cruise
Dolphins, almost guaranteed. Cruise calm waters near Hunting Island with a naturalist and spot wildlife. 1.5hr.
St. Phillips Island Ferry
Dolphins, birds, forest trails, and remote beaches—access it all by boat and tram on this wild island. 6 hr.
St. Helena Kayak Tour
Explore hidden creeks with a naturalist guide—dolphins, birds, and wild beauty around every bend. 2hr.
Hunting Island Beach Drop
Skip the crowds. Park with ease, hop on the boat, and land on a wild beach made for wandering. 4hrs.
St. Helena Sunset Cruise
Cruise into golden hour with dolphins, birds, and sweeping views on this peaceful sunset adventure. 1.5hr.
Turner House Expedition
Stay on St. Phillips Island in Ted Turner’s old home—wander untouched beaches, hike forests & explore with guides.
Outpost Location
Coastal Expeditions at St. Helena Island
1928 Sea Island Parkway
St. Helena Island, SC 29920
(843)884-7684
Open daily, 8 am-5 pm
The Give Back
A percentage of every Coastal Expeditions adventure supports the work of the Coastal Expeditions Foundation, with a focus on environmental education, loggerhead sea turtles, seabird nesting islands and veterans.
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Top Gear. Deep Roots.
With decades of guiding experience and high-quality equipment, our team makes it easy to explore the Lowcountry—whether you’re paddling to spot dolphins or hopping a ferry to a wild island.
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Official SC State Parks Partner
We’re proud to be contracted by South Carolina State Parks to operate the St. Phillips Island Ferry from Hunting Island—offering exclusive access to one of the wildest, most beautiful barrier islands on the East Coast.
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Private Dock. Wild Setting.
Our St. Helena campus sits on quiet Ward’s Creek at the gateway to the ACE Basin. With private parking, restrooms, and a scenic dock, it’s the perfect launch point for a day of adventure.
FEATURED TOUR
St. Phillips Island Ferry
Take a ferry ride to one of South Carolina’s last wild barrier islands—once owned by conservationist Ted Turner and now part of Hunting Island State Park. With untouched beaches, maritime forest trails, and incredible wildlife viewing, St. Phillips feels like a private escape into the wild. Come see why it’s one of the most extraordinary places on the South Carolina coast.
AGES 5-12
Kids Camps
Little Explorers, Big Discoveries
At St. Helena, we spark young imaginations with hands-on nature fun—tidepool discoveries, birdwatching, kayak paddles, and creekside crafts, all led by outdoor-loving guides.