2 Hours Shem Creek Safari Kayak Tour

Overview

Explore Charleston's most iconic creek by sea kayak to see native wildlife and learn about the local history. As we paddle past oyster-lined marshes and down by the shrimp boats, we'll see animals like bottlenose dolphins, pelicans, egrets and more. In the summer months, manatees and sea turtles call this creek home, too! Coastal Expeditions guides lead you on this adventure, while making sure that the experience is safe and fun for all ages.

City: Mount Pleasant

Fri 04 Apr

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Starting at $52.00

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Fri 04 Apr

Starting at $52.00

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What's Included

Professional Guide with kayak, life guard & first aid certifications

Kayaking Gear (Sea Kayak, Paddle, Personal Flotation Device)

Dry Bag (to keep phone & personal belongings from getting wet)

2-Hour Guided Kayak Eco Tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Shem Creek Park

Historic Shem Creek is one of the most iconic spots in Charleston and is known for its shrimp boats, seafood restaurants and wildlife. Bottlenose dolphins frequent this creek and will often breach just feet away from your kayak. In the summers, manatees call Shem Creek home and loggerhead turtles will occasionally pop above the surface. As you pass by the shrimp boats and oyster-lined marshes, you see Charleston Harbor and the Holy City Skyline. The Netflix show Outer Banks films on Shem Creek and your guide can show you familiar places where Pogues hang out!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (329)

melissacY4702ND

Mar 2025

Great time on the water kayaking! MC was a great guide and was very knowledgeable. Unfortunately did not see any dolphins but saw a few different birds.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for the review! We're glad you were able to see some cool birds. We hope to see y'all back on the water soon!

D5183HNcrystala

Mar 2025

Had an amazing time at Shem creek kayak tour. From the get go we were lucky to see dolphins throughout the tour. One even popped up right next to our kayak and made our day! Our guide was Logan and he was great and great with my son. I will definitely be back to do another.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for your review! We're so glad you had a great time kayaking with us and that you were able to see some dolphins. We can't wait to have you out on the water again soon!

DSadinsky

Mar 2025

The tour was amazing and our guide, Nathan, was friendly, a great kayaking teacher, and very knowledgeable about the creek. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested and it is very manageable for anyone new to kayaking.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you had a great time kayaking with us. We look forward to having you back out on the water soon!!