Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

4.9 (1,207 Viator reviews) 4 hrs 30 min Hilton Head Island area

First African Baptist Church
Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head, photo 2
Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head, photo 3
History Plaque
Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head, photo 5

Photos: Viator · 4 more on Viator

About this activity

Tucked between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, and accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a real gem. This 4.5 hour Daufuskie Island trip provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Learn the rich history of the Native Americans, European settlers, the cotton trade, and the Gullah culture. We encourage you to wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring water, snacks, and sunscreen.

-Please be aware: Our tour is completely structured and does not include a stop for lunch.

Itinerary

  1. Daufuskie Island · 240 min

    It begins with a boat ride from Shelter Cove Marina to the back side of Daufuskie Island. The ride is an important part of the tour! Along the way we will stop for dolphins and other wildlife, plus view and discuss the sites on Daufuskie and the neighboring islands that are best seen from the water. Once on Daufuskie, you'll get on golf carts and take a tour of the historic, undeveloped side of the island. We stop at all of the significant historic sites and artisan shops of Daufuskie.

What's included

  • Boat ride there and back
  • Bottled water
  • Iced cooler
  • Historian
  • Golf Cart
  • Guide

Not included

  • Lunch

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Departure Point: This trip departs from our kiosk desk at Shelter Cove Marina. Address: 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

End point: Departure Point: This trip departs from our kiosk desk at Shelter Cove Marina. Address: 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.9/5

1,207 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star1,107
  • 4 star57
  • 3 star23
  • 2 star8
  • 1 star12

Read the reviews on Viator

Campgrounds near this activity

RV rentals near this activity

13 RV rentals with pickup within 25 miles of the center of Hilton Head Island; showing the top 6.

See all RV rentals near Hilton Head Island · RV rentals in Hardeeville

Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Hilton Head Island (Viator lists this tour under Hilton Head Island; it has no meeting-point coordinates).