Vanishing Mile Isle Beachcomber Tour

Overview

Enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour adventure on your own private boat. Your Master Captain will guide you safely through the Calibogue on a falling tide to the isle. This mile long sandbar is exposed for only a couple of hours per day, allowing beachcombers the chance to collect sand dollars, seashells and the occasional shark's tooth.

We’ll stop along the way to look for wild dolphins playing in the sound. We’ll share information about the island, the salt marsh and the surrounding ecosystem. Your Captain is also a Lowcountry Master Naturalist, and will assist you in identifying the various shells, mollusks and other invertebrates to be found on this tour!

This is an ideal outing for families and small groups. With up to 6 passengers, there’s plenty of room onboard and a comfortable seat for everyone.

City: Hilton Head Island

Sun 03 Aug

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Starting at $429.00

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Sun 03 Aug

Starting at $429.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Licensed Captain and Low Country Master Naturalist, providing an in-depth narrative for your group

All Fees and Taxes

Private vessel for your family tour

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This trip does require some level of mobility, as it involves stepping down onto a step and wading in two to six inches of water

What To Expect

Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum

On the way to the Mile Isle, we’ll cruise past the iconic red and white striped lighthouse. The Harbour Town Lighthouse is a lighthouse at the Harbour Town Marina at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. It was privately built and is a private aid to navigation.

Daufuskie Island

We’ll continue down the beach line of Daufuskie, looking for wild dolphins as we go. Daufuskie Island, located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, is the southernmost inhabited sea island in South Carolina. It is 5 miles long by almost 2.5 miles wide – approximate surface area of 8 square miles.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (83)

Colleen_G

Mar 2025

Great experience with captain Mark! Went shelling at the vanishing sand bar and found 41 sand dollars, shells, spider crab several types of jelly fish and various bird species. Our kids were beyond thrilled! This is a must do while on HHI!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thanks for coming out, Colleen! You guys absolutely crushed it finding sand dollars! Really enjoyed having the whole family out and look forward to seeing you again soon!

meganlF4625WW

Mar 2025

Captain Mark was great! He is knowledgeable, friendly and accomodating! Highly recommend taking a trip with him! The vanishing mile is a unique experience. We enjoyed our day so much that we booked a sunset cruise with him as well!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you, Megan! It was wonderful meeting you guys and getting you out on a couple of excursions! Hope to see you again on your next visit!

Trail10671584788

Oct 2024

Great time with captain Mark! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and personable. He was responsive to my questions before our trip as well. We will be using him on our future trips.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you, Jen! I so appreciate you guys coming out and exploring. Really enjoyed spending some time with the family and look forward to seeing you all again1