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Charleston Marsh Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Charleston Marsh Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse

Overview

Enjoy this 2.5-hour small-group boat cruise through the treasured tidal creeks of Charleston, South Carolina. This tour includes up to an hour long stop on the beautiful Morris Island, during which you can set out on foot and explore the pristine beach, collect seashells, hunt for sharks teeth, and enjoy the beautiful views of the historic lighthouse. On your way to and from the island, your naturalist captain will share information about the local ecosystems and history. Your captain will also point out and describe any wildlife seen along the journey, including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, wading birds, pelicans, sea turtles, and much more!

City: Charleston

Fri 11 Oct

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Starting at $56.00

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Fri 11 Oct

Starting at $56.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

1-Hour Stop on Morris Island

Live Narration On Board

Learn information about the local ecosystems and history from your Naturalist Captain

2.5-Hour Tidal Creeks Eco Boat Cruise in Charleston

See wildlife including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, wading birds, pelicans, sea turtles, and more

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring water, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, camera, and a bag for shell collecting if desired.
Dress for the weather with clothes and shoes that are suitable for beach walking.
Please note there is a stop at Morris Island where travelers can visit for about 45min to walk around. This may be an issue for wheelchair accessibility, however travelers have the option to remain onboard during this time if they choose.
Restrooms are available before departure. No restrooms are available for the duration of the tour.
Please arrive 15 minutes early for departure to check in with Charleston Outdoor Adventures office.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas

What To Expect

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

Make your way to Bowens Island for your Morris Island eco-cruise. On the water, you cruise through inlets, salt marshes, and estuaries near Folly Beach on your way to the island. Keep a lookout for marine life such as dolphins and sea turtles, as well as birds along the route. After you arrive on Morris Island, spend free time exploring independently at your own pace. See the historic Morris Island Lighthouse, go searching for shells, or just relax and take in views of the surrounding area. Your Morris Island cruise ends on the Charleston Harbor and returns to the original meeting location for drop-off.

Morris Island Lighthouse

Enjoy up to an hour of free time to explore the natural beach of Morris Island. With views of the historic lighthouse and some of the best shelling in town!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

Erin_C

Jul 2021

Dallas took us out on our eco boat tour and we had a great time! We can tell the company is very passionate about conservation and education and we learned a lot about the local ecosystem. We saw a lot of dolphins near our boat, local birds, and hunted for shells. There is a bathroom at this location, as well as a fantastic local restaurant!

Hitheroadwithlila

Jul 2021

Have you ever had the feeling, when you booked a certain trip or tour, that something special would come of it? That’s how I felt yesterday when I booked my tour with COA. There was only one slot open for the titled Charleston Marsh Eco Boat Cruise that also stopped at Morris Island Lighthouse. First, the professional. Upon meeting captain Joey, I knew we, the passengers, were in good hands. His informal demeanor, pleasant and laid-back behavior made it easy to ask him questions throughout our tour. You could sense his passion with nature through his teaching and relaxed knowledge that poured forth unscripted. We saw pods of resident dolphins while he explained the family dynamics, intelligence and much more of these creatures. I learned the importance of the 10,000 plus oysters in the area and their role in the eco-system. Even the beautiful Spartina or cordgrass that was seen throughout our trip, is an important pollution filter. My head buzzed with so much information as we zoomed along the waterways. Captain Joey showed patience as he waited for the dolphins to move around and away from the boat or when we approached certain waterways. Even with the brown pelicans that hung out in the area, there was something interesting to learn of. But the best moment happened when he had taken us to Morris Island to have free time to collect shells. Captain Joey was so in tuned to my love of the Morris Island Lighthouse through our conversations of it as well as the two cameras that dangled from my neck, that he went one step further. He offered to take me to a sandbar close enough for me to shoot pictures at a distance from. I felt like a kid on her first field trip! All alone, I gathered numerous shells, some incredibly large, as I made my way to the southern side of the Charleston Harbor entrance. The 161 ft. tall building, the largest lighthouse in South Carolina became close enough to photograph. I felt as though I had my own island; me, the ocean, the lighthouse, the sky above and God. It was the most incredible feeling that will never be repeated. As an author, I gathered information for my next book and as an amateur photographer, I have pictures that will make my heart swell at the sight of them. The kindness and thoughtfulness of Captain Joey is what makes him the coolest guy I’ve ever met! Conclusion: I highly recommend using Charleston Outdoor Adventures. I plan to try my next challenge, kayaking, with this company.

Kristi_J

Jul 2021

Tripp was amazing and very informative! We loved seeing the dolphins and the lighthouse was so neat. Great pictures!