Beaufort History & Ecology Kayak Tour

WHERE HISTORY AND ECOLOGY CONVERGE

Beaufort was meant to be seen by water. Hop on a two-hour kayak tour departing conveniently from the Downtown Beaufort marina to learn all about human and natural history.

WHAT WE SEE ON THE BEAUFORT KAYAK TOUR

Eastern brown pelicans, great blue herons, ospreys, bald eagles, blue crabs, gulls, marsh hens and terns live and feed on the Beaufort River, and in the summers we may even see a loggerhead sea turtle pop up!

You’ll see downtown Beaufort from a new perspective, and by the end of the guide’s narration you’ll have a new appreciation for human history of the area.

dolphin seen on st. helena kayak safari

THE EXPERIENCE

The guides at Coastal Expeditions are experienced naturalists with a knack for storytelling. As they lead you through the saltmarsh, they’ll share tales of the area’s history, pointing out our native wildlife along the way.

As we paddle around the Beaufort River, you’ll see iconic Lowcountry views of the Woods Memorial Bridge and sprawling estuaries while learning about the unique ecology and human history of the area. It is sure to be the highlight of your time in Beaufort.

Beaufort History & Ecology Kayak Tour Details

TOUR INFO

Adults: $55
Children 12 & under: $40

~2 hours
(includes prep, instruction, lunch break & on-water time)

WHERE TO MEET

BEAUFORT RIVER OUTPOST
1006 Bay Street
Beaufort SC 29902

Check-in at the Ship Store

THINGS TO KNOW

Bring sunscreen & water

Wear a hat, sunglasses, quick-drying clothes and shoes that will stay on your feet (not flip-flops)

“WHEN I CAME TO BEAUFORT I HAD STRUCK UPON A LAND SO BEAUTIFUL I HAD TO HUNT FOR WORDS.”

We share Pat Conroy’s affectionate descriptions of Beaufort. Seeing it on a Coastal Expeditions tour allows you to slow down and take it all in: the endless fields of marsh grass, dolphins breaching nearby in the creek, pelicans diving for fish, a golden sunset. It never gets old.

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ll need to cancel 48 hours prior or you will not be eligible for a refund for the tour.
Weather (thunderstorms or high winds) may impact this excursion. Cancellations usually occur due to lightning, thunder or high winds and we will make sure to reschedule your group if needed. Our general cancellation policies apply unless our experts determine it is potentially unsafe or unwise to venture out. In the event that we decide to cancel due to weather, we will make every effort to call you at least two hours before your departure and help you reschedule or credit/refund the full cost of your trip.
Coastal Expeditions guides go above and beyond to ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience on the water. Average gratuity is 15 to 25% of the tour cost and is greatly appreciated by our guides.

We’ll provide all the gear and teach you what you need to know to have a great time on this tour. Beginners are welcome!

We recommend that you rent kayaks if you have younger children so that you can set your own pace and duration. This tour is well-suited to children 8 and older. Kids 12 & under must be in a tandem kayak with an adult.