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Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Tour 90 min

TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10

ExcellentTop 4% in Charleston

213 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Charleston
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise Folly Beach’s tidal creeks in search of wild dolphins, learn about the salt marsh, and pass the historic Morris Island Lighthouse.

About this tour

Set out from Folly Beach for a 90-minute search for bottlenose dolphins, with tidal creeks, salt marsh scenery, and the historic Morris Island Lighthouse along the way. This Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Tour pairs wildlife watching with an introduction to the local estuary.

Cruise the creeks behind the beach aboard a 27-foot Carolina Skiff with cushioned bench seating. From a respectful distance, watch for dolphins feeding and socializing in the wild as your USCG-licensed captain and eco guide share insights about the salt marsh. The trip may run at sunrise, sunset, or another time of day, and the lighthouse offers a memorable photo opportunity. A cooler filled with ice is provided; drinks and snacks are not included.

Families, couples, and friends can enjoy this outing, which is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in and sign liability waivers, and allow extra time for summer beach traffic. Book your Folly Beach Dolphin Viewing Boat Tour and experience the coast from the water.

Highlights

  • Spot bottlenose dolphins in Folly Beach’s tidal creeks
  • Watch dolphins feed and socialize in the wild
  • Cruise through a salt marsh estuary with an experienced guide
  • Pass the historic Morris Island Lighthouse

What's included

Included

  • USCG-licensed captain and eco guide
  • Cooler filled with ice
  • 27-foot Carolina Skiff with cushioned bench seating
  • Restroom facilities at the departure location
  • Ample parking

Not included

  • Drinks or snacks
  • Sunscreen or bug spray
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Arrive 15 minutes before departure to check in and sign liability waivers
  • The check-in office is the small yellow building in the parking lot shared with Crosby's Fish & Shrimp Co.
  • Allow extra travel time for summer beach traffic
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap
  • Infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Boat tour?

The tour lasts 90 minutes.

What wildlife might I see?

The trip searches for bottlenose dolphins in the tidal creeks behind Folly Beach. Sightings are not guaranteed.

Will the tour pass a landmark?

The route passes the historic Morris Island Lighthouse, offering a photo opportunity.

When should I arrive?

Arrive 15 minutes before departure to check in and sign liability waivers. Allow extra time for summer beach traffic.

Are infants and small children welcome?

Yes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap, and infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.99 from 213 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Charleston
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.3. Top 4% in Charleston means it ranks in the top 4% of tours in Charleston by this score.

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