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Private Kayaking Tours Hilton Head
Guided • LessonDuration: 2 hours
Features
Private
Free Cancellation
Beginner Friendly
Kid Friendly
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$30 Person
$225 Up to 3 people
$45 Additional Adult
$30 Additional Child
Description
Private Hilton Head Kayak Tour
Get on the water with one of our 2-hour custom kayak tours & classes. If you can dream it, we can do it! Outside Hilton Head private kayak tours and instruction programs are designed around your groups goals and desires. All you have to do is reserve the date and time, and using our network of guides, instructors and reservations specialists, we will design a program for you! This is a great option for those who are looking for a privately guided tour, as well as those looking for specific instruction.
Privately Guided Kayaking Tours
For those looking to do a private version of any group Hilton Head kayaking adventure, or wanting to do a trip not regularly offered, a private tour is a great option. Our Interpretive Naturalist guides are also kayak experts who can lead you on any length of tour. Popular private tour destinations include:
- Circumnavigating The Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
- Exploring The New River, Combahee River, Okatie River, Colleton River, Port Royal Sound, Broad River, Beaufort River, Tulifinny River, Pocataligo River, Coosawhatchie River
- Paddling beach side to nearby Daufuskie Island, Page Island, Palmetto Bluff or Beaufort.
Kayak Instruction & Lessons
For those new to kayaking, we offer instructional programs that will set you on the right course for a lifetime of rewarding paddling. Our American Canoe Association instructors teach introduction to kayaking, strokes and maneuvers, assisted rescues and self rescues, launching and recovering, trip planning, kayak touring, tide interpretation and outfitting. For more experienced paddlers, potential instruction topics include kayak surfing, eskimo rolls, race training, freestyle, advanced strokes and commands, open water kayaking, trip leading, expedition planning, safety and health… to name only a few! Instructors are expertly trained, patient and very experienced with different types of paddlers.
Duration
The most popular length for private tours is 2 hours. However, full-day, half-day, and shorter tours, as well as multi-day expeditions, are all options. On a private tour or instructional clinic, the possibilities are endless! Just start by reserving your preferred date and time, and we'll customize if from there.
Location / Where to Meet
50 Shelter Cove Lane
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Most tours meet at Outside Hilton Head's Shelter Cove location, but if your custom tour is better suited to meet at a different location, we'll connect with you directly to coordinate an alternate meeting location.
Ages & Requirements
The minimum recommended age is three years old. Children 12 and younger will usually paddle in a double kayak with an adult.
What's Included
- Interpretive / naturalist guide & kayak instructor
- All necessary equipment, including kayaks, paddles, and personal flotation devices.
Not Included
- Water & Snacks
- Gratuity
What to Bring / Wear
We recommend wearing comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that can get wet, as well as shoes that can be secured to your feet (such as water shoes or sandals with straps). Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are also recommended, as well as a water bottle and any necessary medications.
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FAQs
What if the weather is bad?
If the weather will make a program unsafe or not enjoyable (heavy rain or very high winds) we may decide not to go. The weather in the South Carolina Lowcountry changes often. We usually make decisions about possible inclement weather one hour prior to the scheduled departure time.
Do I need experience to go on a guided kayak tour?
Most kayaking in the South Carolina Lowcountry is just like a relaxing nature “hike” on the water. The kayaks are big, stable, and safe. No experience is necessary to enjoy a guided kayak tours. We begin all of our Hilton Head kayak tours with a paddling clinic before heading out on the water. Since this private tour is completely customized, we can cater to all ability levels, beginner through advanced.
Do you offer single or double kayaks?
We offer single and double kayaks for you to use. Both options are very stable.
Will I see dolphins?
The dolphins in our area are wild, and their behavior is often unpredictable. While we are fortunate to have a large, year-round population of dolphins on Hilton Head, we are unable to guarantee that they will be seen on absolutely every trip. However, it is a rare exception that we do not see them.
What is the best time of day to look for dolphins?
Wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphin are active in our local waters throughout the day, regardless of time or tide.
What is the best tide level for a tour?
For all kayak and boat tours, there are advantages to both high and low tides (and everything in between). High tide offers a much broader area to explore. Many creeks, inlets and special spots may only be accessed at high tide. Low tide generally provides greater bird life. At low tide the mud flats, marshes and oyster beds are exposed and the likelihood of seeing lots of birds and other animals is increased as they forage these areas for food.
How far in advance do I need to make a reservation?
We recommend reserving as soon as you are certain of the dates you are interested in to guarantee availability for your preferred date and time.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be cancelled up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. If the weather will make a program unsafe or not enjoyable, our team will make the decision about one hour prior to the scheduled departure time. Reservations that are cancelled due to weather will be offered to reschedule or a full refund.32.1874626,-80.7191061
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