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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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)

AngieE1201

Sep 2022

We had a great time kayaking around the creeks and ICW on a self guided trip. The coastal expedition folks were all friendly and gave us great instructions. We would definitely use them again.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you for coming out with us and we hope to see y'all again soon!

steinel1

Sep 2022

Tate took us out with another couple on the Shem Creek 3 hour kayak tour and it was so much fun. He is so knowledgeable on Charleston, the creek, animals, etc. We also went out to the harbor. Saw a sea turtle, a dolphin and lots of gorgeous birds. Such a fun trip and highly recommend!!

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Hi there! Thank you for joining us on Shem Creek for a kayaking tour! Tayt is such an amazing guide with abundant knowledge of the surrounding ecosystem, so we are so grateful he is part of our team. Thanks for coming out to explore with us and we hope to see y'all again!

E5238ERmaurac

Aug 2022

Did a 3 hour kayak tour on Shem’s Creek. It was fantastic! We’ll definitely recommend Coastal Expeditions to all our friends!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank y'all for coming out with us at Shem Creek! We hope to see y'all again!