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Boat Tours & Charters in Hilton Head Island, SC

32 of the 111 marinas and boating businesses we list in Hilton Head Island are boat tours and private charters.

Excursions range from captained private sailboat rentals and sunset party boats to scheduled wildlife cruises and eco-tours. Choosing the right operator depends on whether you want a catered, hands-off experience or a BYOB group outing, as well as age restrictions for children. A map location shows where the vessel docks, but it will not tell you if fuel, captain fees, and safety gear are included in the listed rate.

  1. Island Time Charters Hilton Head Island

    30 Paddle Boat Ln #201, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

    Mo 09:00-17:00, Tu 09:00-17:00, We 09:00-17:00, Th 09:00-17:00, Fr 09:00-15:00

    Boat ramp
  2. Dolphin Discoveries Hilton Head

    Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

    Mon–Sun 8am–8pm

    Boat rentals
  3. Island Time Charters - Captain Megan McLaughlin

    68 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

    Boat ramp
  4. Cheers Sailing Charters

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

    Mon–Sun 9am–5pm

  5. Dolphin Seafari

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-3587

  6. Pirates of Hilton Head

    149 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  7. Bluewater Adventure HHI

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  8. H2O Sports

    149 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  9. Island Skiff Adventure Tours

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  10. Commander Zodiac

    Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  11. Dolphin and Nature Tour

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  12. Hilton Head by Boat

    68 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  13. Mermaid of Hilton Head

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-2322

  14. Shannon Tanner's Pirate Expedition

    13 Harbourside Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  15. Hilton Head Speed Boat Tours

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  16. Aqua Excursions

    43 Jenkins Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1217

  17. Runaway Charters

    405 Squire Pope Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1253

  18. Hilton Head SunSeeker

    1 Waterway Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1991

  19. Hilton Head Dolphin Cruises

    397 Squire Pope Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  20. Hilton Head Boat Tours - Dolphin Tours and Sunset Cruises

    43 Jenkins Island Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  21. Captain Mark's Dolphin Watch Cruises

    9 Harbourside Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-2504

  22. Tallboy Fishing Charters

    2 Hudson Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  23. Bucket List Getaways

    1 Waterway Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  24. Salt Marsh Sailing

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-3587

  25. Gullah Gal Fishing Charters

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  26. Reel Job Charter Fishing

    86 Helmsman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  27. Stars and Stripes Sailing

    149 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  28. Captain Mark's Dolphin Cruise

    1 Shelter Cove Ln Dock C, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  29. Island Head Sailing

    18 Simmons Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

  30. Hilton Head Dolphin Tours

    108 Forest Cove, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

  31. Live Oac

    1 Waterway Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926-1991

  32. Outside Hilton Head

    1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-3587

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What is the difference between a boat tour and a boat charter?

A boat tour sells individual tickets on a scheduled route with a set itinerary and shared passengers. A charter reserves the entire vessel for your private group, often allowing custom routes, flexible departure times, and personalized food or drink options.

Are food and drinks usually provided on board?

Larger sightseeing tours often feature a cash bar or light snacks, while private charters frequently operate on a BYOB basis with ice and coolers provided. Always check local regulations and company rules regarding glass containers and alcohol before boarding.

How much do boat tours and charters typically cost?

Shared passenger tours typically cost between $30 and $90 per person depending on the duration and destination. Private charters generally start around $300 to $600 for a few hours on a smaller craft, while larger yachts or specialized sail charters can run $1,000 or more.