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Tybee to Daufuskie by Boat
Travel to and from Daufuskie Island, GA
Duration: 8 Hours (1 hour boat ride each way | 6 hours on the island)
Step into a slower pace and a simpler time with a day trip to Daufuskie Island, an unforgettable escape from the ordinary and a step back in time.
Getting there is half the adventure, as you’ll journey through 20 miles of breathtaking salt marshes, winding creeks, and panoramic coastal views. We’ll navigate Chimney Creek, Tybee Creek, Oyster Creek, and Bull River. Each stretch of water is part of the vast Savannah River Delta. This estuary is one of the largest and most beautiful in the world.
Trip Itinerary
We will depart the docks at The Crab Shack at 8am. We will tour the waterways for roughly an hour before arriving at the County Dock on Daufuski Island. We recommend renting a golf cart from our friends at Mungeon Creek Retreat Golf Cart Rentals. It will make your excursion much more enjoyable. Once you land, you'll have 6 hours to explore the Island. At 3pm, you'll be picked up from the County Dock before traveling back to The Crab Shack.
Sunrise and Sunset Dolphin Tours can be added to this day trip for an even more unforgettable experience!
More about Daufuskie Island
Daufuskie Island is located between Hilton Head Island, SC and Savannah, GA. It is a remote barrier island accessible only by boat. Known for its pristine beaches, lush marshes, and rich history, the island offers a glimpse into a simpler, quieter way of life.
The Island was once home to thriving cotton plantations. Daufuskie also preserves the unique Gullah culture established by freed African Americans after the Civil War.
Historic landmarks like the First African Baptist Church and Mary Fields School highlight its cultural heritage. With a small, year-round population of around 400 residents, Daufuskie remains a tranquil retreat where visitors can explore by golf cart, enjoy scenic beauty, and soak in its timeless charm.
Tour FAQ's
The full trip lasts approximately 8 hours. This includes about 1 hour of boating each way and approximately 6 hours to explore Daufuskie Island.
The boat ride takes approximately 1 hour each way.
Daufuskie Island offers pristine beaches, scenic marshes, historic landmarks, and a rich Gullah cultural heritage. Guests have approximately 6 hours to explore the island.
A golf cart is recommended for exploring Daufuskie Island. Crab Creek Charters recommends Mungeon Creek Retreat Golf Cart Rentals.
Sunrise and sunset dolphin tours may be added to the Daufuskie Island day trip. Contact Crab Creek Charters for availability and booking details.
The boat departs from the docks at The Crab Shack on Tybee Island.
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90-Minute Dolphin Tour
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What to expect:
Join us for an unforgettable 90-minute dolphin-watching tour through the breathtaking waterways of Tybee Island and Little Tybee Island, Georgia. Cruise past scenic salt marshes , hidden creeks, and remote barrier islands, exploring places only accessible by boat. These waters are teeming with wildlife. Keep an eye out for ospreys, herons, pelicans, and even sea turtles as we start our search for a dolphin pod.
Then, the real fun begins. Out along the Atlantic Ocean, we’ll search for pods of playful Bottlenose Dolphins, a must see highlight of any Tybee Island boat tour. Watch as these incredible marine mammals swim alongside the boat, leap from the water, and play in the waves. With the sun shimmering on the water and the salty sea breeze in your hair, this Tybee Island dolphin tour offers an up close experience you’ll never forget.
Perfect for families, nature lovers, and photographers, this private boat tour is a unique way to experience the wild beauty of Tybee and Savannah’s coastal waters. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime local, this dolphin cruise will leave you with lasting memories of Georgia’s stunning coastal ecosystem.
Book your Tybee Island dolphin adventure today and see why these waters are one of the best places to spot wild dolphins in Georgia!
