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)

oliverioa5

Oct 2022

Jacque did an excellent job teaching us the most comfortable way to kayak and kept us all safe and informed throughout the tour. She was very knowledgeable about the local wildlife. We were lucky to see osprey, pelicans, egrets and even a dolphin! It was an easy ride that was very enjoyable!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks so much for coming out and exploring with us! We are very grateful to have Jackie as a member of our team. Hope to see y'all again soon for more wildlife sightings!

tcb263

Oct 2022

We went on the sunset kayaking tour with James. He was fun and informative. The sunset was beautiful. A beautiful part of the Day to be on the water. It was our first time and James put us at ease and expanded everything along the way. We would definitely go back and try some other tours. It is a friendly and well run organization.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks for coming out and exploring with us! We are very lucky to have a guide as personable and knowledgeable as James on our team and we're glad y'all got to enjoy the beautiful sunset. We hope to share some more beauty on the water with y'all soon!

TylerIvana50

Oct 2022

My wife and I did the 3 hour Shem Creek tour and it was amazing. Even if you’re someone who has never been in a kayak before, they explain everything and it’s an easy experience. You have enough time in this tour to go somewhere and get out to walk around and explore. We went to Crab Bank to look for pre-historic shark teeth. Overall would definitely recommend

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thanks for coming out and exploring with us! We're so glad you had a great paddling experience and were able to share the abundant beauty of the Lowcountry with us. We hope to see you on the water again soon!