Private Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise Tour – Groups (7–15)
5.0(17)Hilton Head Island2 hours
VIATOR5.0(8)TRIPADVISOR5.0(9)
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At a glance
Duration
2 hours
Price from
$440 / person
Location
Hilton Head Island, United States
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 17 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Hilton Head Boat Charters
Meeting point
Guests for our large group private sunset tours will meet us at Hilton Head RV Resort and Marina on the north end of the island. When you arrive at the resort, there will be somebody there to direct you where to park and where to find your captain.
Description
Skip crowded tour boats and enjoy a private Hilton Head sunset cruise for groups of 7–15, often about the same per-person cost as shared tours. Our extra-wide boat offers 30–40% more space, giving your group room to relax, play your music on the island’s best Bluetooth sound system, and enjoy sunset together on the water.
Watch Atlantic bottlenose dolphins surface as golden light reflects across Calibogue Sound and Hilton Head marshes.
With over 160 5-star reviews, our sunset cruises are among Hilton Head’s most loved experiences.
Why travelers choose our large private sunset cruise:
• Private boat for your group only (7–15)
• 30–40% more space than most tour boats
• Bring your music on our Bluetooth stereo
• Plenty of room for photos and relaxing
• Flexible routes based on dolphins and sunset
• Perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, and families
Enjoy the sunset the way it should be experienced — open water, dolphins nearby, music playing, and the people you came with.
Tour Options
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Itinerary
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
Pass by
The first site that we encounter when we leave the Marina is Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge
Harbour Town Lighthouse and Museum
Pass by
The most well known landmark on Hilton Head Island, the Harbour Town lighthouse is a picturesque beacon located at the south end of the island
Daufuskie Island
Pass by
Magical and mysterious - Daufuskie Island might be only located a mile across the Calibogue Sound - but it is a completely different world.
What's included
Included
Experienced local captain guiding your cruise
Extra-wide boat with 30–40% more space than most tour boats
Cooler with ice provided
Private sunset cruise for your group (7–15 guests)
Premium Bluetooth stereo system for your group’s music
Frequent dolphin sightings in Hilton Head’s coastal waters
Not included
Food and snacks (guests are welcome to bring their own)
Alcoholic beverages (BYOB allowed)
Captain gratuity
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Private Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise Tour – Groups (7–15) lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $440 per person for this Hilton Head Island experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Guests for our large group private sunset tours will meet us at Hilton Head RV Resort and Marina on the north end of the island. When you arrive at the resort, there will be somebody there to direct you where to park and where to find your captain. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(17)
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Gayle_S
May 20, 2026
Great family time!
We saw an alligator, lots of dolphins and even jumping sting rays. Captain Neil was awesome!
Highly recommend
Operator response
Hey Gayle👋
thank you so much for the ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews. We are so glad to hear you had such an amazing time on your private Hilton Head Sunset cruise.
I really enjoyed sharing the best of our local waterways, including the Calabogie sound Broad Creek and over by Daufuskie Island.
please keep us in mind the next time you’re thinking of visiting Hilton Head Island, and will set up another Private boat tour for you.
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Freedom221007
July 31, 2025
Sunset cruise was tons of fun!
We had a fabulous time on our sunset cruise. It was a great way to kick off our wedding celebration. Our out of town guests loved it and was the perfect way for them to get to know one another before our wedding. Dave, our captain was personable and professional. We enjoyed his company. He let us dance and have fun. The sunset was beautiful and the cruise was longer than expected. We highly recommend him and the company.
Operator response
we are so glad to hear that you had such a wonderful time on your private sunset cruise with Captain Dave. Thank you so much for the kind words and the five star review as well. We hope that the rest of the wedding celebration weekend went off without a hitch, and hope to see you again soon for another aquatic adventure.
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Marybeth_D
July 1, 2025
Sunset Cruise Amazing Low Country Experience!
We had two families ages from 16-60 on the sunset cruise. Neil was a great captain. He let us play our own tunes and shared with us details on parts of our trip along the way. Tons of dolphin watching and other wildlife. He was very knowledgeable and also completely relaxed and easy-going.
Operator response
Hi MayBeth
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are beyond thrilled to hear that you had such a great time on your private charter with Captain Neil.
please let us know the next time you were thinking about coming to the island and we can connect for another aquatic adventure
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Ramona_A
June 11, 2025
We had a great time and...
We had a great time and the captain was awesome. I highly recommend this tour. We got great pictures and enjoyed our experience.
Operator response
We are so glad to hear that you had such a great time on your Hilton Head sunset tour. Thank you also for the.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review.
We hope that we have the opportunity to connect with you again on your next visit to our little slice of paradise.
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Nancy_N
May 8, 2025
Beautiful Sunset, Dolphins and Manta Rays
Our group of 10 family members had a great time with Capt. Dave. He took us all around May River. It was a gorgeous night after a day of raining weather. The ride was smooth and we saw an abundance of dolphins and manta rays. We were able to bring food and drinks on board and Dave hooked our music up to his boat’s speakers. He shared some information about the area, which was nice. It was a great experience that we highly recommended.
Operator response
hey Nancy. We’re so glad to hear that you had such a great time with Captain and Dave. On your private sunset tour.
we thoroughly appreciate the five star review and look forward to connecting with you again on your next visit to our little slice of paradise
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I490PTnicoler
April 26, 2025
Five-star Sunset Cruise!!
The sunset cruise was a fantastic experience. Beautiful views and an amazing ride. The icing on the cake was having the best captain.... Captain Neil was so attentive and accommodating. He was a pleasure to be around and helped to create an inviting atmosphere. Throughout the entire cruise, we were able to listen to our curated playlist on his high quality sound system. Hands down a 5-star experience.
Operator response
thank you so much for your glowing review. I had a blast, cruising with you ladies and sharing a little slice of paradise with you. Not to mention stealing about half your playlist and adding it to my must play Spotify list. Definitely give us a holler the next time you’re thinking about coming to Hilton head and we’ll head out for another aquatic excursion.
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heathk7
October 23, 2024
Excellent Boat Tour!
There were 7 of us on our tour and we had SUCH a blast! Captain Neil is awesome, great tunes, great commentary, and lots of laughs. We were 7 and had heaps of room on the boat. Beautiful sunset and great time out!
Operator response
We are so glad to hear that you had such an amazing Time on your private Hilton Head Sunset tour. Thank You for the kind words and five star review. We hope to see you again in the not too distant future
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Kim_B
June 29, 2024
Family Time
Awesome experience had a great Boat captain Neil. So good! We enjoyed his knowledge and letting our children play music and being so good with our grand daughter
Operator response
Hey Kim - Neil here. Thank you so much for the great review. I had a total blast with you guys and look forward to seeing you again on another private boat charter:)
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266jenab
July 18, 2023
Family Sunset Cruise
Captain Dave was amazing! We had a blast and learned so much from him. We can’t wait to do it again! I highly recommend the tour.
Operator response
Captain Dave for the win! So glad to hear that you had such a great time with Dave on your Large Group Private Sunset Tour.
Give us a holler when you are back on the island :)
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Safari16897994833
July 12, 2023
Will now do this every time we come to HHI!
Captain Dave you rock! Our family and friends group of 10 thoroughly enjoyed our 2 hours at m the boat. We saw many pods of dolphins, jet skiers, and parasailers as we went down the intercostal and back from their ne end of the island to the other. Capt. Dave have lots of historical info and fun facts about the areas of the island as we passed them. I’ve been coming to HHI for 25 years and had never taken a boat tour. Now I can’t imagine a future trip without coming back on this private tour with this company. We loved every moment, thank you!!!!
Operator response
We are completely over the moon with this review 😃😃😃 Thank you so much for sharing your experience with everyone.
We can’t wait to have you back on your next visit to Hilton Head.
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