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Coastal Expeditions
While staying in Charleston, you’ll take in gorgeous ocean views in the morning, noon, and sunset. However, instead of just watching the ocean waves glide onto shore, why not become a part of the ocean yourself?
Coastal Expeditions is an organization dedicated to environmental awareness and protection. As part of their mission, they introduce interested guests to kayak with them to explore the natural environments of water-dwelling creatures.
By booking a tour with Coastal Expeditions you are giving yourself the opportunity to view beautiful see creatures up close, and build experiences you’ll remember throughout your life. Let’s see why!
Shem Creek Tours
While Coastal Expedition has many locations throughout the state, Shem Creek is the one closest to Historic Charleston Bed and Breakfast. There are a handful of tours for older groups and families and more romantic options for newlyweds or couples with something to celebrate.
Keep in mind that all of these tour prices do not include gratuity. It’s expected that you’ll pay about 15% - 25% in gratuity to your kayak guide, so factor that into the price beforehand so you don’t have any surprises.
Departure Address
Unless otherwise noted, all departure addresses will be
Lighthouse & Charleston Harbor Beach Drop
Price: $50 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
On this private charter trip, you’ll sail all over the coast of South Carolina to a couple of lighthouses, cultural landmarks, beaches, and other natural sights.
This is by far the most family-friendly of all the options and works perfectly if you have family members who don’t want to get in a kayak. It also happens to be the most affordable of all the excursions Coastal Expeditions offers.
Morris Island Beach Drop
Price: $65 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
This smaller boat charter will bring you up close to many of the natural wonders on the South Carolina coast. With an emphasis on wildlife, you’ll be able to see dolphins, pelicans, manatees, and other kinds of ocean wildlife right where they belong.
You’ll also spot Fort Sumter and other historical attractions on the tour. Great for couples.
Paddleboard Tours
Price: $60 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
Departure Address: Only happens on Monday
Coast the low country of Shem Creek on a magnificent paddleboard! Your guide will teach you about the natural wildlife, show you where these water creatures reside, and share how you can be more aware of wildlife. You may find sea turtles, marsh wrens, manatees, and dolphins.
Great for couples and families..
Shem Creek Kayak Tour
Price: $70 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
One of the most popular activities in Shem Creek, you’ll kayak along the water with hopes of seeing the marine mammal denizens.
Great for small groups, families, and water sport enthusiasts.
Sunrise Kayak Tours
Price: $70 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
Departure Address: Only happens on Sunday
What’s more romantic than seeing the maroon sky fade into a deep blue? The sunrise kayak tour gives couples and families the opportunity to find mammals at a time when the rest of the world is just waking up!
Great for couples—especially those who are celebrating an anniversary.
Rentals
Price: $50 per adult
Length: A Few Hours
On this private charter trip, you’ll sail all over the coast of South Carolina to a couple of lighthouses, cultural landmarks, beaches, and other natural sights.
This is by far the most family-friendly of all the options and works perfectly if you have family members who don’t want to get in a kayak. It also happens to be the most affordable of all the excursions Coastal Expeditions offers.
We hope you give Coastal Expedition a chance! They work very hard to introduce their guests to the beauty of the ocean and are an excellent choice for any time of day. It’s an excursion worth your time, money, and memories.