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

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $52.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $52.00

Make a reservation

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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)

kaylan823

Nov 2022

The full moon kayaking trip was absolutely worth every penny! Our tour guide Jackie was very knowledgeable of the wildlife among the creek! She kept our trip interesting and filled with information. And the sunset views were stunning. We even saw a dolphin surface a few times right next to our kayaks. Such an unforgettable experience thank you Jackie for being a great guide!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for exploring with us under the full moon on Shem Creek! We are so glad y'all enjoyed coming out with Jackie & we hope to see y'all again!

L3334XDcindym

Nov 2022

We had a wonderful experience on the Shem creek tour. Our guide, Jackie, was unbelievably knowledgeable, very experienced and friendly. We had a couple members of our group with disabilities and the staff was so accommodating and helpful! We would highly recommend this tour. Thanks Jackie!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you for coming out on a Shem Creek kayak tour with Jackie! She is the best :) Hope to see y'all again!

PennyCG

Oct 2022

What a delightful kayak tour of Isle of Palms! Our guide Abby, fully prepared with a sturdy pair of binoculars, was as enthusiastic as she was knowledgeable. It was so relaxing to be exploring the salt marsh, discovering and identifying a dazzling array of shore birds. Abby put the group at ease and expertly led us through the reeds and safely back again. It was such a pleasure. We (2 adult couples) would all do it again without hesitation.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you for coming out with us, Penny! We are so glad y'all enjoyed exploring the salt marsh and learning about the surrounding birds of the area. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and hope to see y'all again another time!