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Just off the Intracoastal Waterway, overlooking Broad Creek, Shelter Cove Marina features Hilton Head Island’s largest deep-water yacht basin: a 15.5-acre marina with 170 boat slips for boats up to 135 ft.
Guided Kayak Tours, Fishing, Dolphin Tours, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, Charter Fishing, Boat Charters, Rentals, tours of historic Daufuskie Island, + Teambuilding. Bring the family through the tidal creeks, salt marshes and waterways that surround Hilton Head Island and the May River.
OPEN ALL YEAR LONG! “Hilton Head’s Most Eco Friendly Boat Tour” can combine Dolphin Nature Watch, Fishing, Tubing behind the Boat, Hidden Beach Exploration, Restaurant Taxi, Sunset and Fireworks viewing, All in One Tour! All with your own Private Boat and Local Guide. Called “The Highlight of our Vacation to Hilton Head” by many.
Drifter Excursions offers a wide variety of fishing, dolphin watching, nature and educational children’s cruises. Our fleet of boats is located at South Beach Marina, in Sea Pines Plantation, on Hilton Head Island. Come join us and let our experienced crew show you the beautiful waters that surround Hilton Head Island.
Dolphin Tours – Nature Cruises, Captain Sonny has provided dolphin and nature tours since 1985. With his knowledge of the Island, and the family oriented atmosphere that he provides, Captain Sonny and his first mate Ed, provide a fun filled experience for all.
Welcome to the #1 Parasail destination on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina! Fly the longest, highest flight in town aboard our 12 passenger USCG inspected parasail boat. Rent a 16′ to 25′ powerboat with seating up to 13 people. Also try a tubing/waterskiing, dolphin or cocktail cruise.
Island Explorer conducts personalized dolphin and nature eco-tours specializing in groups of up to twelve passengers per vessel. With four boats we can arrange trips for up to 36 persons. We use upscale Novurania (Zodiac-type) inflatable expedition craft, comfortable, shaded deck boats, and two USCG inspected, certified vessels for up to twelve.
Fishing Charters, from the backwater creeks to where ocean waters meet, Captain Dave Fleming, Mighty Mako Sport Fishing Charters provides a rewarding and memorable outing on the water. Please take a moment to browse my web site and learn about the exciting Sport Fishing adventures aboard The Mighty Mako!
86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina | Hilton Head Island | 843-686-2582
Hilton Head Island fishing and water sports are truly legendary. Inshore and offshore fishing charters offer the best of the Lowcountry for novice or experience anglers. When it comes to water sports, the island features an endless array of options including kayaking, sailboat excursions, paddle boarding, parasailing and Jet Ski rentals. Want to rent a speedboat or take a sunset cruise? You’ve come to the right place. Hilton Head Island water sports offer fun all year-round.
Well guys it’s finally March here in the low country and thank God. February was the same as it always is, the toughest month of the year to catch fish inshore. I am so happy to say so long to February and hello to March. March is just the beginning of what’s to come for… Read More…
An aquatic mammal once common throughout all of North America, the North American River Otter (Lantra Canadensis) can be found from Alaska, Canada and the Pacific Northwest to the Great Lakes, the Atlantic Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. Although harvesting of furs over history has limited their territories, there are still plenty of otters… Read More…
During the coldest part of our year, the salt marsh may appear to be dormant, but looks are deceiving. Though relatively frigid water temperatures in the shallow and narrow creeks have driven most fish, crabs and shrimp into the ocean or into cozy burrows in the pluff mud, there remains a subtle, yet dynamic, transformation… Read More…
Winter is on its way and so are our migratory waterfowl. Soon our freshwater ponds will be dotted with birds. One of the most attractive is the Hooded Merganser; their white and black hoods are hard to miss. Hooded Mergansers (Lophodytes cucullatus) are small diving ducks. Native to North America, dispersed throughout Canada and the… Read More…
A sense of calm pervades the salt marsh and the beach. Shorter days and cooler temperatures foretell the arrival of winter. Whether you call Hilton Head Island home – or some far away place – everywhere surrenders to seasonal changes. The dolphin population has thinned – migrants have moved out and are likely cruising the… Read More…
With the humidity lowering and the cool breezes of fall blowing in, down South we are ready for oyster season. There is nothing better than sharing an Oyster Roast with friends and family, but in order to keep this Southern tradition alive, oyster populations must be maintained. We can all help out! South Carolina’s coast… Read More…
By Capt. Patte Ranney, SC Master Naturalist, Outside Hilton Head There are basically four naturally occurring components of a salt marsh: The tidal water, the pluff mud, the cordgrass and oysters. Each of these plays a crucial role and each is reliant on the stability of the others for the salt marsh environment to succeed…. Read More…
Life on Hilton Head Island revolves around the water and few places offer so many ways to enjoy the pleasures of coastal living. From Broad Creek to the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway to the Atlantic Ocean, you’re sure to find a water-related activity to suit all ages and interests. Whether you want to get… Read More…
By Capt. Patte Ranney, Master Naturalist, Outside Hilton Head During each and every day of the year, we witness a regular event that constantly transforms the appearance of and life in the salt marsh. Referred to as the “heartbeat” of the Lowcountry, the tide nourishes and revitalizes all the winding, twisting, grassy-edged creeks and rivers… Read More…
