There are many ways to get to Daufuskie Island, but Captain Dan is definitely the best!…read more Always professional, personable and extremely reliable. Knows the waterways and how to navigate even the toughest days. (He apparently gives boating lessons as well.) His knowledge of the low country and its history are always a delight. I wish it didn't take me a decade to realize that this is the way to go.

From the owner: Personalized service! No answering machine! Your call is very important to us so we answer your…read morecall or text! We offer Boat tours and Daufuskie Island Shuttles on your schedule! Arrive as a customer, leave as a friend. On water Bachelorette parties! Tours! Beach dropoffs and pickups!

So, I'm feeling generous so I'm going to give three stars because it was a beautiful day, the boat…read morewas intact and clean, and our guide was friendly. However. It was yawn burger with a side of snores as my kids say. And that in consideration of the price deserves an honest review here. It was about $300 for two hours of a slow boat ride around the marshals where the only thing pointed out to us was an old beautiful hotel that the mob used to that used to smuggle liquor up and down the coast (which we initiated the conversation on, asking about it). The rest of the tour our kids wrestled and joked with each other on the front of the boat and we just enjoy the view of the beautiful houses. We've done many boat tours in different locations and normally there's some sort of discussion about the history or sightseeing the local birds/animals or the ecosystem of the area... None of this occurred. And that would be fine too, except we were told "there's a 90% chance you'll see dolphins" when we made the phone call to schedule, and one of our children was pretty excited about that. We had a good time because we're positive happy group of people but they need to turn the dial way up on this experience for families.

A perfect day on the water! A group of 11 of us booked this boat tour for a fun day exploring some…read moreof the lesser known Savannah. We paid $150/hour, and booked a two hour pontoon tour for Friday at 1pm. It was fantastic ! We had 2 captains on our pontoon boat tour, one of whom was Captain Mike, (I'm so sorry, I'm blanking on the other name!) They were both super pleasant and knowledgeable - also good humored as we blasted music over their speakers and danced around on the boat. When we weren't jamming out to TLC or Brittney they spoke to us about natural marshes, the landscape, dolphins, and geography of the area. They even let our Bride to be drive the boat for a little bit! We were allowed to bring anything with us on the boat, they encouraged it! We packed lunches and brought booze/waters as well - a definite must-do because it made the experience so much more enjoyable! The pontoon was covered, which I must admit being slightly disappointed to see - was hoping for lots of sun exposure, but it was still so much fun! Would definitely recommend bringing along a sweatshirt or jacket, it gets really windy on the water! There is a bathroom on the boat, but I thankfully didn't need to use it - there are clean bathrooms back at the marina.

The private shark teeth tour is the way to go. Captain Nick took us to 3 locations. We found…read moreabout 40 teeth between us, with 3 very large ones. Nick told us about the marshes and pointed out many animals and birds along the way.

Definitely ask for Captain Nick! We did the dolphin cruise for our Bach trip and it's truly what…read moreyou make it. If you want to be chill you can but it's also a time to party if you want! We went with a more chill vibe and Captain Nick was very accommodating yet still fun! I do wish the tip was included upfront for convenience sake and maybe highly encouraged, not required. But he did accept virtual payments. Make sure you bring a hat and sunscreen! You can get out and swim if you want but we didn't know so highly recommend swimsuits!

Great dolphin tour and learned about the history of the island ! Browndog approved!!read more

I have been on this tour twice now and hope to go on it again soon. The guides are great! Very…read moreengaging and funny. I have seen a ton of dolphins on both trips and good real great videos as well as photos.

Unforgettable Day on the Water!…read more We had the absolute best time with Captain Bryan! From the moment we set off, Bryan's energy, knowledge, and sense of fun made the trip something truly special. We went shark tooth hunting (and found A LOT!), got an awesome history lesson along the way, and explored beautiful Daufuskie Island. Bryan is not only an incredible captain but also a fantastic guide who made the entire experience engaging and memorable for the whole family. This was hands down the best charter we've ever done--so glad we got to make these memories together. Highly recommend booking with Captain Bryan!

Can't say enough about what a great host and guide Bryan was…read more Took us for a two hour cruise to catch sunset and dolphins. Was very communicative and flexible In setting things up. Finding him and the boat was easy and he was ready to go. We took advantage of the cooler on board and thanks for the blanket because it did get cold once the sun set. We learned a lot about the Savannah waterways and history but at the same time we also got to just sit and take in the incredible sunset and dolphins. You can tell he just loves doing this! PS we loved his music taste too :-)

Went for a 6-hour backwater trip and had a great time. All the equipment was high quality and in…read moregreat condition. Captain Sean put us on the fish and showed us how to get them to bite. We packed a lunch but we're too busy fishing to eat. Saw a family of dolphins with a new calf. They came right up to the boat to greet us. Captain Sean cleaned the fish and sent us home with enough to feed six hungry people. Great time, recommend!

Had a great afternoon with Captain Sean! What a beautiful day on the water, fish apparently were…read morenot too hungry but the scenery was spectacular. We even had a large pod of dolphins that said hello! Initial booking was easy, text reminders, on time, I would highly recommend booking with Captain Sean! Thank you!

My girlfriend and I are in Savannah for my surprise birthday trip (meaning I did not know we were…read morecoming here) and Savannah Coastal Ecotours has been, without a doubt, the highlight of the trip. My GF is wonderful at planning, so I knew nothing of this trip. The night before she said, 'babe, we are going kayaking in a swamp.' Well, ok, I guess? It was amazing. Let me start by saying that Kathryn and Fran are amazing hosts. Kind, funny, knowledgable, friendly and easy-going. Kathryn even made a mini-brownie cake for my birthday and served us while on the water during a snack break. We had some great conversations and a lot of laughs. As for the tour, it was fascinating and peaceful. We spent nearly three hours on the water, observing plenty of flora and fauna of the area. Additionally, since the water level was high, we were able to go through the forest, Kathryn's version of off-roading, and really got a lovely view of the water. Kathryn and Fran are experts at kayaking, so we always felt safe and they taught us a number of good techniques. I cannot recommend Savannah Coastal Ecotours enough. We had an absolute blast and next time we are in town we are going to do it again. Thank you so much for everything!

My friends and I had an amazing tour of Ebenezer Creek with Kathryn. We booked the tour several…read moremonths in advance as we were only in Savannah for 4 days. Kathryn and I corresponded via email all the details and answered all of my questions (and boy was I annoying with the questions)! We agreed on a date and location, as well as pick up at our accomodation. The week of our trip, Savannah was forecasted to have thunderstorms all week. Kathryn reached out to us and asked if we are flexible to changing the date as we originally booked Sunday, but the forecast for Saturday was more favorable. We decided to not chance it and confirmed for Saturday. Come Saturday it was a beautiful morning. Kathryn picked us up at 7:30am on the dot. She also planned ahead and had nearly everything we needed for the day, including hats and water shoes. She even had snacks and water packed for us. She literally thought of every detail!!! We were so impressed. She also was super friendly to speak with and very laid back and easy going. She even gave us a few great local restaurant recommendations in which we are very grateful for. We had a really amazing time leisurely kayaking in Ebenezer Creek (and even saw an alligator)! I highly recommend this tour and will definitely book another tour with Kathryn when I return to Savannah!!!

Savannah Riverboat Lunch Cruise: Great Experience, But Skip the Included Lunch…read more My husband and I took the Savannah Riverboat Cruise with the lunch option, and overall, it was a memorable outing we'd happily repeat--with one change. The service was fantastic: friendly, attentive, and professional throughout. The boat itself is beautiful, with lovely views of the Savannah River and historic sites. The captain's narration was a highlight. He provided fascinating facts, interesting historical tidbits, and maritime knowledge about the area the entire time--only pausing briefly for questions, which he answered thoroughly. My husband was particularly impressed by his expertise on the local maritime history. A fun moment came when we passed Old Fort Jackson--they fired a cannon at us! It was thrilling to hear the boom and imagine what it must have felt like in the past. Unfortunately, the included lunch was the one disappointment. The food was lackluster and completely lacking in flavor--it tasted bland and unseasoned, almost like institutional or nursing home fare. Everything was just overall "blah." We'd definitely do the riverboat tour again. Next time, though, we'd skip the lunch package and either grab something from the grill on the top deck or eat before or after the cruise. Highly recommend the experience for the boat, views, and narration--just plan your own meal!

Overrated. Upon…read morearrival, the ticket-taker did not greet us. He simply said, "Tickets." No, "Welcome aboard!", no "Glad you're cruising with us." and no "We're happy to see you. Where are you traveling from?" Nothing. No welcome or warm greeting. The next person wanted us to take a picture. For money, no doubt. No way. We're already not wanted, why would you want a picture? I've already decided I'm not spending any more money after being greeted in that fashion. No drinks, no snacks, and no souvenirs. The narrator was knowledgeable, had a few jokes, and was tipped appropriately. The paddlers do not run. Two stars for a knowledgeable narrator and clean restrooms. Otherwise, this riverboat cruise is a big pass.

This is a ONE OF A KIND experience and the ONLY boat charter on Tybee that offers the vintage sail…read moreboat that transports you into the days of old... the knowledge and experience here is unmatched and we will only be using Old Coast Adventure for all future charters. Our kids had a transformative journey and didn't want to leave. Found the most epic shells on little Tybee. 10/10!

Capt Thomson took us out for a Mother's Day sunset sail, and it was terrific! He is so kind and…read moreknowledgeable of the coast. We laughed and learned and cannot wait to go again!

Staff are always polite and for the most part helpful too. There is a small store with restrooms…read morethat is always nice to visit and full of boat supplies and normal small market items like water, gatorade, etc. Today's bad weather made it so we had to cancel our boating plans, but the staff helped the short trip and return feel more successful.

Always excellent service. We keep our boat at Hogan's, and have been quite pleased. When we call to…read morehave our boat in the water, it is always put promptly in. When we bring it back there is always someone to help us. They flush the engine every time. We just really love Bubba and his crew!