My husband, brother and his wife and three other people were on the boat with Captain
Peter, Monday, Feb 3rd. Captain Peter, explained that you should use the restroom, since you would not find one for another hour and a half. He was extremely knowledgeable. He explained his credentials and assured us that we would be well
taken care of. He did not disappoint. he spotted dolphins and stopped as one came
right up to the boat. What a photo op. The weather was perfect on Monday. The boat
could accomodate up to 12 passengers.
When we reached the island, he got the golf cart and had Chris, the other passenger
go with him to get an additional golf cart. There were four in our Cart with Peter driving. Chris, had the other group in his cart. Peter, would stop and explain
the various sites. He provided water , apple and a granola bar.
We stopped at the setting of Pat Conroys novel The Water is Wide. It was the school
where Pat taught. Monday, the coffee shop in the building was not open. We did
see two women making beautiful indigo creations.
Cannot explain how wonderful the experience was. Peter, did a great job. He truly
loves giving the history of the island. He even stopped and introduced us to Brownie,
the horse. He asked if we wanted to feed Brownie.
Be sure and make your reservations early. The tour goes rain or shine. I was
thankful we had good weather.
He also explained how a clubhouse is now empty and the homes that were going
to be built flopped.
A definite must if you want to see gullah area.
Will suggest this to clients coming to Hilton Head.
You would not want to rent a boat and try and do the island on your own. Outside
Hilton Head tours is the group to use and hopefully, Captain Peter will be giving
the tour.
Forgot, he also stopped at a potters studio and another craftsman that made
metal sculptures. The first Union African Baptist Church was also on the tour.
It is still open on Sunday for services.
You will love the history and will want to return the next time you are in Hilton
Head.