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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $52.00

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Sat 21 Sep

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
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

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 (41)

carolinecM8438SI

Aug 2022

My boyfriend and I took the 3 hour Shem Creek kayak tour and it was a highlight of our trip! Our guide, Graham, was such a sweetie and so knowledgeable about all things nature. We were able to see multiple dolphins along with other wildlife as well. I would recommend this company to anyone visiting! They were professional from start to finish.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for coming out with us! Graham is a natural teacher and storyteller, so we are so glad y'all enjoyed going out with him. Hope to see y'all again!

TerriPConnecticut

Aug 2022

Excellent Shem Creek kayak tour with Nathan!! He’s friendly and very knowledgeable. Our family of 4 adults had an excellent tour. Definitely recommend.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you for exploring Shem Creek with us! We are so fortunate to have Nathan as a part of our Coastal Expeditions team. He always comes to work with a smile on his face and is so knowledgeable about the surrounding ecosystems. Hope to see y'all another time!

sarahbD2863BX

Aug 2022

I really enjoyed learning how to kayak and the easy-going nature of kayaking on Shem Creek. I wish we would have been given more information by our guide on the tour about the history of Shem Creek or different wildlife/vegetation that we passed by. We had to kayak to catch up to our guide to ask questions about the scenery we were passing.