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Top Boat Tours in St. Helena Island

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24 ft
Up to 6 people
Bare Bones Charters LLC
5.0
/5
(2 reviews)
St. Helena Island
Bare Bones Charters LLC is a brand-new 2023 Robalo 246 Cayman Center Console based out of St. Helena Island, offering an exceptional on-the-water experience for up to six guests.

"We have been coming to Hilton Head for over 30 years and have never seen the low country waterways like this trip provided." —⁠ Chuck,
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US $425
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24 ft
Up to 5 people
Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC.
5.0
/5
(206 external reviews)
St. Helena Island
Discover an unforgettable boating experience with Boogie Man Fishing Charters LLC aboard a beautifully restored 2006 Pathfinder Tournament Bay boat. Docked at St.
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US $500
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27 ft
Up to 6 people
Riders On The Storm Boat Tours
5.0
/5
(8 reviews)
Beaufort (11 min drive from St. Helena Island)
Experience unforgettable adventures with Riders On The Storm Boat Tours aboard the sleek "Mr.Mojo Risin" a 2018 Carolina Skiff Sea Chaser Center Console, based in beautiful Beaufort.

"we booked a trip with captain john to celebrate a 30th birthday!" —⁠ Sally,
+1
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US $350
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20 ft
Up to 6 people
Pirates of Port Royal Charters
New
5.0
/5
(2 reviews)
Beaufort (7.1 miles from St. Helena Island)
Pirates of Port Royal Charters is a 2013 Boston Whaler 200 Dauntless Center Console based in Beaufort, offering a comfortable and exciting way to explore the beautiful South Carolina Lowcountry.

"Wayne was wonderful- very friendly , great captain, boat was clean." —⁠ Cynthia,
+6
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US $150
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29 ft
Up to 6 people
A Live One
5.0
/5
(3 reviews)
Hilton Head Island (15.8 miles from St. Helena Island)
Let us fully customize an adventure for you! Dolphin Tours, Island Hopping, and More! "A Live One" is a Freeman Boatworks custom 29' center console.

"Great trip made my 6 year old year with 7 shark caught and very..." —⁠ Kerron,
+2
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US $238
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20 ft
Up to 6 people
Live Oac Adventures
4.7
/5
(2 reviews)
Hilton Head Island (1 hr 5 min drive from St. Helena Island)
Live Oac Adventures invites you aboard their sleek 20' Stingray Deck boat, departing from beautiful Hilton Head Island.

"We had such an incredible boat trip exploring the waters around Hilton Head and Daufuskie Island!" —⁠ Kristina, Florida
+1
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US $295
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24 ft
Up to 6 people
Lowcountry Watersports – Private Dolphin Tour
4.8
/5
(8 reviews)
Hilton Head Island (1 hr 6 min drive from St. Helena Island)
Set sail on an unforgettable adventure with Lowcountry Watersports aboard their sleek 2023 Suncatcher G3 Pontoon, departing from the heart of Hilton Head Island! This spacious pontoon comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests, making it perfect for families

"My family had an excellent experience on our dolphin cruise." —⁠ Lisa,
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US $329
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28 ft
Up to 6 people
Black Dog Charters HHI
5.0
/5
(1 review)
400 external reviews
Hilton Head Island (55 min drive from St. Helena Island)
Join Black Dog Charters for a thrilling dolphin tour aboard our 28-foot Merchant Marine center console boat.

"We loved our ride and of course loved getting to meet and pet Tinker!" —⁠ Brian,
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US $250
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22 ft
Up to 6 people
Captain Moto Adventures LLC
5.0
/5
(1 review)
Hilton Head Island (17.9 miles from St. Helena Island)
Discover the beauty of Hilton Head Island aboard Captain Moto Adventures LLC, a sleek and versatile 2019 Sea Hunt 220 Escape dual console designed for comfort, speed, and unforgettable moments on the water.

"What a fun ride. Captain charted a two hour course for us that was great." —⁠ Nancy,
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US $325
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17 ft
Up to 2 people
Local Knowledge Outfitters
5.0
/5
(19 external reviews)
Hilton Head Island (17.8 miles from St. Helena Island)
Experience Hilton Head Island from the water aboard Local Knowledge Outfitters, a beautifully restored 2016 Beavertail BT 17 Flats boat designed for intimate, personalized adventures.
+2
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US $600

Frequently Asked Questions about Boat Tours in St. Helena Island

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular boat tours in St. Helena Island, South Carolina are:
Full list of top boat tours in St. Helena Island
According to customer reviews, some of the most popular boat tours in St. Helena Island, South Carolina are:
Full list of top boat tours in St. Helena Island
The average St. Helena Island boat trip price for a 4 hour private trip is US $425 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.
The average St. Helena Island boat trip price for a 4 hour private trip is US $425 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.
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The top 5 most popular boat types you can rent in St. Helena Island, by number of boats available are:
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The top 5 most popular boat categories you can rent in St. Helena Island, by number of boats available are:
According to customer reviews on BoatBooker.com, some of the best rated boat tours in St. Helena Island are:
According to customer reviews on BoatBooker.com, some of the best rated boat tours in St. Helena Island are:
The average price of boat tours in St. Helena Island is:
  • 2-hour boating trips – US $500
  • 3-hour boating trips – US $425
The average price of boat tours in St. Helena Island is:
  • 2-hour boating trips – US $500
  • 3-hour boating trips – US $425
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Boating in St. Helena Island

Set your course for St. Helena Island, South Carolina, where winding tidal creeks, glassy marsh flats, and broad coastal sounds create a dream setting for exploration. St. Helena Island boating charters are known for calm, protected waters that invite easy cruising, wildlife encounters, and unhurried time on the water amid classic Lowcountry scenery.

Charter a comfortable pontoon, nimble skiff, or sleek center console to trace the meandering estuaries and barrier-island fringes. Expect frequent sightings of playful dolphins, osprey on the wing, and a variety of shorebirds feeding along the spartina edges. With expansive horizons and open sky, these waterways are also prized for golden-hour outings and photo-worthy sunsets that reflect across the marsh.

Guided captains share local insights on safe routes, tides, and hidden sandbars, helping you reach quiet coves for swimming, shelling, and beachcombing. Prefer to set your own pace? Private charters and bareboat-friendly options let you craft the perfect itinerary—whether that's a relaxed family cruise, a nature-focused excursion, or a day hop between secluded shorelines.

From launch to last light, St. Helena Island boating charters deliver a distinctly Lowcountry experience: serene, scenic, and effortlessly accessible. Plan your time on the water to match the tides, bring a sense of discovery, and enjoy a coastal escape where each bend in the creek reveals another postcard view.

What people said about boating in St. Helena Island

  • 5.0
    /5
    (3 Hour – Ace-Basin Eco Tours)

    Great low country tour

    After the trip, we stopped for a delicious lunch at The Foolish Frog. It was conveniently located 3 miles from the boat dock and the food was delicious!
    Chuck F.
    Chuck F.
    Reviewed on June 25, 2026

How people rated boat trips in St. Helena Island

  • Bare Bones Charters LLC
    Bare Bones Charters LLC
    Boat rentals in St. Helena Island
    5.0
    /5
    (3 Hour – Ace-Basin Eco Tours)

    Super Fun!

    The whole experience with Captain Earnie was amazing. We just did some sight seeing. Went to Monkey Island to see some monkeys and the over A.C.E. Basin. I would highly recommend Bare Bones/Ernie.
    Christopher S.
    Christopher S.
    Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026