Top Hilton Head Island Arts & Design

Explore Hilton Head Island at your own pace with a private pontoon boat rental. Go sightseeing on the beautiful waters of Skull Creek and keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins. Travel toward the mouth of the Atlantic Ocean and see Daufuskie Island and Palmetto Bluff. Get tips from a local on where to go and personalize this boating adventure according to your interests.

Begin your Honey Horn experience with this guided tour around the museum's picturesque and historic grounds. Visit the salt marsh, see historic buildings,and learn about the gardens, plants,and trees on site.

Remote Daufuskie Island is accessible only by boat and remains largely undeveloped, despite its fame as the setting of Pat Conroy’s novel “The Water is Wide.” A guided tour makes the trip a cinch—this package includes round-trip ferry tickets, plus transportation between island attractions such as the First African Baptist Church and Mary Fields School, all visited with the benefit of commentary from your guide.

Maximize time in Hilton Head Island with a Segway Tour. Meet your guide for a basic safety tutorial on how to use a Segway and then set out to explore the historic Honey Horn property. Cover ground with ease during this efficient tour and learn about local history and culture from your guide. No prior experience is necessary and helmets are provided.

Travelers of all ages can see more of the lush Honey Horn landscapes in less time with this Hilton Head Island Segway adventure. Meet-up with your group, and follow your guide to explore this 70-acre (28.3-hectare) preserve. Marvel at meadows, glide along the trails and boardwalks, and check out the oldest tree in South Carolina. Along the way, you might even spot a few alligators lounging in the sunshine.

Go sailing at sunset in Hilton Head Island with this private dolphin-watching tour. Climb aboard a sailboat and cruise out into Port Royal Sound during this tour. Keep an eye out for wildlife including dolphins, manatees, sting rays, and more. Learn about sailing if you choose or just sit back and enjoy the ride, complete with sunset views.

Discover the natural beauty of Hilton Head Island with a guided kayaking tour. Meet your guide for a quick safety tutorial and then paddle out into the Broad Creek Wildlife Area. Keep an eye out for birds and dolphins as you explore salt marshes, tidal rivers, and creeks. Learn about the local ecosystem and history from your naturalist guide. No prior kayaking experience is necessary.

Eat and drink your way through Hilton Head with this small-group mixology and tapas tour. Meet your guide for an insider’s experience and sample several snacks, or tapas, at each location. Learn about local food culture and maximize time with a guided tour. Get recommendations for where to eat and drink in Hilton Head after the tour. Alcoholic drinks are included.

Zoom around Hilton Head Island on a small, motorized "creek cat" boat during this guided tour. Get views of all the quintessential sights, as well as access to some smaller marshes and wildlife-rich areas. Enjoy the opportunity to operate your own creek cat under the supervision of a guide; multiple departure times available.

Go sailing in Hilton Head Island with this private dolphin-watching tour. Motor out to Port Royal Sound and then put up the sails for a true sailing adventure. Keep an eye out for a variety of wildlife including birds, dolphins, manatees, and sting rays during this boat tour. Maximize time with a private tour and learn about sailing from your guide.

Cruise from Hilton Head to Savannah on this Lowcountry day trip that’s packed with views. Relax on the open-air upper deck or air-conditioned lower cabin as you cruise through the Intracoastal Waterway, drink in hand from the onboard bar (own price). Then, dock in Savannah and spend a few hours of free time shopping, dining, and sightseeing before sailing back to Hilton Head.

Soar over Hilton Head Island with a parasailing adventure. Get a bird’s eye view of Calibogue Sound, Harbour Town Lighthouse, and Daufuskie Island during the flight. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including bottlenose dolphins. Take-off and land on the back of a custom parasail boat, or choose to cool off and get wet. Tandem and triple flights are also available for couples or small groups.