Sunset Fireworks Sail
Available Tuesday nights June - August
Enjoy a memorable evening on the water with a Sunset Fireworks Sail, a 2.5-hour private charter that combines a scenic Lowcountry sunset with a spectacular nighttime show. Cruise through Hilton Head’s calm waterways as the sky fills with color, keeping an eye out for dolphins and coastal wildlife along the way.
As night falls, take in a front-row view of the seasonal fireworks display over Shelter Cove, creating a one-of-a-kind experience that blends relaxation, sightseeing, and celebration—perfect for families or small groups looking for something truly special.
2.5 Hours
Private Charters are $479
Up to 4 adults, max 6 people or 1,200 lbs.
Dolphin Sunset Sail
Available Year Round
Unwind on a peaceful 2-hour Sunset Sail, where you’ll glide through Hilton Head’s scenic salt marsh waterways as the sky transforms with vibrant evening colors. This private charter offers the perfect setting to relax on the water while enjoying coastal wildlife like dolphins and birds along the way.
Ideal for couples, families, or small groups, this intimate sailing experience blends calm breezes, natural beauty, and a front-row view of a Lowcountry sunset—creating a memorable and serene way to end your day.
2 Hours
Private Charters are $399
Up to 4 adults, max 6 people or 1,200 lbs.
Dolphin Day Sail
Available Year Round
Enjoy a relaxing 2-hour Dolphin Eco Sail through Hilton Head’s scenic salt marsh waterways aboard a comfortable catamaran. Keep an eye out for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, coastal birds, and other native wildlife in their natural habitat.
This private charter is perfect for families and small groups, offering a peaceful, guided experience that blends dolphin watching, local ecology, and Lowcountry scenery from the water.
2 Hours
Private Charters start at $359
Up to 4 adults, max 6 people or 1,200 lbs.
Tips, Stories, and Local Insights
Salt Marsh Adventures
Dolphin Seafari
Tim and Beth, owners of Dolphin Seafari, moved to Hilton Head in 1996 and have a lifelong passion for island life. Since 2008, they’ve shared their love of the water through unforgettable dolphin tours. Join them to explore Hilton Head and experience the Lowcountry like never before.
Sail Hilton Head with Salt Marsh Sailing Charters
Let wind guide you past marsh, herons, and open horizons
Salt Marsh Sailing Charters offers a quiet, wind-powered way to experience the Lowcountry’s waterways from the deck of a private sailboat. Departing from Shelter Cove Marina on Hilton Head Island, each journey follows the natural rhythm of the tides through winding salt marsh creeks, broad sounds, and sheltered coastal waters. With no engines to rush the experience, the focus stays on the essentials—steady wind, open water, and the shifting light across the marsh.
Along the way, every sail reveals a living coastal landscape shaped by water and time. Dolphins often surface near the bow, herons trace the shoreline, and the marsh grasses move with the breeze. Whether it’s a calm midday outing or a sunset sail across golden water, each charter is designed to feel unhurried, personal, and deeply connected to the natural beauty of Hilton Head’s salt marsh environment.
Looking for more fun on the water?
Other featured water activities at Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina
Hilton Head Boat Rentals
When it comes to water adventure Shelter Cove Marina is the place to be! Rent a pontoon boat, kayak or paddleboard.
Cruises & Nature Tours
Explore the waterways on a 2-person catamaran boat, discover more with a nature & dolphin tour or just sit bac and relax on a fireworks cruise. There's so much to do on the water at Shelter Cove Marina.