Catamaran Dolphin Cruise in Myrtle Beach with Barrier Island Stop

Overview

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English

2 hours

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Sail the scenic waters of Myrtle Beach on a unique Catamaran Dolphin Cruise, perfect for families and wildlife enthusiasts. This 2-hour tour offers the chance to spot wild bottlenose dolphins, leatherback sea turtles, and various bird species. Enjoy a leisurely 30-minute cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway, passing luxury homes and the historic Little River fishing village, before heading to the barrier islands for beach exploration. Gather seashells, build sandcastles, or swim in the uninhabited Waites Island and Bird Island. Snacks and drinks are available onboard, making this tour a delightful day out for all ages.

- 2-hour dolphin cruise with family-friendly beach stop

- Spot dolphins, turtles, and diverse birdlife in their natural habitat

- Visit exclusive barrier islands only accessible by boat

- Refreshments available for purchase on board during the trip

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Safety Equipment, life jackets

Snacks

Alcoholic Beverages

Soda/Pop

Bottled water

What To Expect

Bird Island

Hop off the boat for a quick stop at Bird Island. Here you will be able to explore the undeveloped beaches of the nature preserve, swim, or just feel the sand between your toes. Bird Island is the only remaining undeveloped barrier island system in Brunswick County and is one of the few protected natural island areas in the mid-Atlantic region. It has pristine sandy white beaches, high dunes, more than 1000 acres of beautiful salt marsh and meandering creeks, and is home to a wide variety of birds, animals and plants.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Governor's Lighthouse

Pass by the beautiful governors lighthouse, the only lighthouse in Horry county. A local landmark, located in the small fishing village of Little River, SC the governors lighthouse was commissioned in 1984. It was built to honor all South Carolina governors past and present. The lighthouse is a facsimile lighthouse, meaning it cannot be used a navigation aid.

Admission Not Applicable

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Catamaran Dolphin Cruise in Myrtle Beach with Barrier Island Stop

Reviews

4.75

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Relaxing and very informative
LYNETTE B,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
You can wear shorts and shirts. Swimsuits not needed. Drinks are really inexpensive. Crew is kind and helpful
Way too many people on...
Kristy D,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Way too many people on the boat to be comfortable. I was unable to move and was very uncomfortable the whole time.
Awesome fun tour!!!
Michael P,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The captain, first mate, and the cocaptain were all fantastic. We felt totally safe, boat was very clean, so lots of dolphins. It was nice that they let us go to shore on the island. Highly recommend!
Great time! The staff...
Diandra R,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great time! The staff were all friendly, accommodating and upbeat. Drinks and snacks were available for purchase (card accepted). You will get wet if you sit on the outer sides of the boat. You take your shoes off to get to the island so keep that in mind. We saw a whole pod of dolphins but even if we didn’t it would've been worth the trip.
Funny captain Jason
Lea G,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The captain was very funny and knew a lot of history. It was a great ride. We saw tons of dolphins. The cruise wasn’t crowded so it made it comfortable.