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Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Overview

Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This 4-hour Daufuskie Island trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Meet local artisans and learn the rich history of the Native Americans, European settlers, the cotton trade, and the Gullah culture. We encourage you to wear weather appropriate clothing, and bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.

Please be aware: Our tour is completely structured and does not include a stop for lunch.

City: Hilton Head Island

Fri 15 Nov

Other dates

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Starting at $115.00

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Fri 15 Nov

Starting at $115.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Boat ride there and back

Historian

Golf Cart

Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Outside Hilton Head

Check in will be at our Shelter Cove Marina Location.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (458)

Kathy_A

May 2021

Captain Pete and our tour companions were great! What a great way to see and learn about Daufuskie Island -past and present, see wild life, enjoy time on the water and to spend the afternoon. I highly recommend this tour. Ask for Captain Pete! He is delightful and very knowledgeable! My mother, Sister-in-law and I had a fabulous time. You are not rushed, but you are not bored either. Great tour! Take it! PS y’all need to add another category below. “Family, without the Kids!” Ha ha.

Response from Host

May 2021

We appreciate your review, Kathy! It sounds like your family had a great time on the Daufuskie History Tour with Captain Pete! He is very informative and knows so much about the history of the island and the natural habitat of the Lowcountry. We hope you visit again and schedule another adventure with Outside!

jgyoga

May 2021

Captain Doreen made this a must-do/must-see trip! Her knowledge of Gullah history, her story -telling and her personal relationships with Daufuskie residents make this a very special and personal trip. Be aware however, there are few Gullah people living on Daufuskie (12) and you will NOT interact with any of the people. Stories are told from a white person's perspective, not a slave descendant. Captain Doreen also knows the plants, birds and marine animals of Hilton Head and because of her sharp eyes we got to see rare shore-feeding behavior of the local bottle nose dolphins. This was one of our best days of vacation. Thank you Doreen!

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you for your review of your Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour! This trip is fantastic for anyone interested in learning the history of Daufuskie Island and the natural sights of the Lowcountry! Captain Doreen has excellent knowledge and experience on the waters and so glad to hear you had a great time with her! We hope to see you visit again and experience another trip with Outside!

DidYouPackEverything

Apr 2021

I think overall it was a nice experience, my tour guide was super nice, and knowledge and lovely. I went to lean about the Gullah community but it was all told from a completely white point of view. All of the artisan businesses were also white, my tour guide was white, and we interacted with no one from the Gullah community or a Gullah business. I understand that the Gullah community keeps to themselves, but we didn’t actually get to support the actual community or get a good understanding from their point of view. Also, at one point the tour guide was talking about the only female slave owner on the island and how she was a “good slave owner,” there is no such thing as a good slave owner. Slavery was utterly atrocious, I don’t care if she didn’t sell off other human beings to other plantations, she purchased human beings for sale that were forcefully removed from their homes, packed like cargo on ships and forced to work in South Carolina. She was not good, and words matter.