Sailing charters may include an evening sail during a fireworks show, dolphin watching, sailing expeditions, nature cruises, kid-friendly adventures, and private sailing lessons. Sailboats and catamarans are the most popular vessles in the world of Hilton Head boating.
Fishing
There are several fishing charters available through the Hilton Head marinas. You can also rent your own boat. The marina has fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and other supplies available for purchase.
Fishing occurs both inshore and offshore with a wide variety of species available in the South Carolina boating waters around Hilton Head. Popular catches are spotted sea trout, Spanish mackerel, barracudas, bluefish, cobia, ladyfish, Jack Crevalle, flounder, false albacore, red snapper, shark (though please know the fishing laws concerning sharks before fishing them), grouper, and tarpon to name a few.
You can rent a large boat, a catamaran, yachts, or go fishing from a sailboat. Fishing charters range in price from $250-$2300+ per trip.
Cruises
Other popular cruises on the Hilton Head boating scene are the dinner cruises. Some cruises head to specific locations (such as Savannah). Most cruises offer at least bar services as well as live music. These cruises are meant specifically for relaxation and enjoyment as you cruise through crystal waters.
The dinner cruise allows guests to dine on a wide variety of cuisines. Of course, the most popular meals seem to be the fish, crab, and lobster meals brought directly from the harvesting and fishing around the island.
Water Sports
There is a plethora of water sports activities for visitors and residents of Hilton Head. With so much to do, visitors have unlimited options and each vacation to the island allows for new experiences.
Among the most popular Hilton Head boating and water sport options are kayaking, canoeing, parasailing, waterskiing, riding wave runners, pleasure cruises, swimming, wakeboarding, and speedboat racing.
The inner creeks, lagoons, and sounds can be explored at leisure with a kayaking or canoeing excursion. Visitors can see wildlife, such as area dolphins, and interact with them in their natural habitat. Most of the inner waterways and beaches along the coast have designated swimming and snorkeling areas so the discovery of underwater treasures and interaction with fish in their natural habitat can occur.
Moving up along the sound or into the river waterways that wind through the connecting mainland (heading towards Bluffton, South Carolina), you can find a great place for water fun. Speed down the river in a speedboat and hook up your water skis or wakeboard. You can also take a leisurely cruise down the river as you take in a beautiful sunset while Hilton Head boating.
Hilton Head boating and water sports adventures you can have are limitless. Either way you look at it, the water enthusiast has found their ultimate paradise, when visiting the rich, water-friendly environment Hilton Head has to offer.
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Hilton Head boating options can make a great vacation better. Our island paradise is surrounded by pristine waters and amazing opportunities for boating expeditions and water sports activities. No matter what kind of fun you want to have, there is a little something for everyone who visits Hilton Head.
Boating Charters
Sailboats, yachts, and fishing boats are just a few of the different kinds of boats you can charter when you visit Hilton Head. Depending on your specific goal for a day/evening at sea you may choose to simply sail, go fishing, take a dolphin tour, or go on a snorkeling or sightseeing expedition.
Hilton Head boating includes travel through the Atlantic Ocean, estuaries, head inland towards South Carolina and Georgia Rivers, and along the Calibogue Sound. No matter where your destination is, you will find pleasure in the beauty that abounds both on and around Hilton Head.
Hilton Head is located along the 1,200 miles long Intercoastal Waterway. The weather is primarily dictated by the warm water of the Gulf Stream. This provides the island with beautiful, warm weather all year round. Whatever time of year you visit Hilton Head, you should find plenty of boating excursions and water activities to meet your needs.
Hilton Head is home to nine marinas. Visitors to Hilton Head can go to the marinas to find out about renting their own boat for a private trip out to sea or for current charters. Pricing for both charters and boat rentals will be available so you can decide based on affordability if that is an issue for you.
Some of the most popular charters include the dolphin watching tours, dining & shopping excursions to Savannah, GA, deep-sea and freshwater fishing, day trip sailing adventures, overnight sailing charters, and sightseeing tours. Both children and adults can go on charters and learn from experienced Captains no matter their skill level.
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Sailing
Sailing provides families, couples, and singles with a romantic and/or adventurous journey off the coast of Hilton Head. You can find small sailboats or large sailboats for rent or charter. Prices will vary depending on the size of the boat, the type of charter, or the rental fee.
You can experience a sunset meal aboard a sailboat or enjoy the sights as you explore the ocean at your leisure. Sailboats are also good for those who want to stop and spend the day in the ocean snorkeling or swimming.
Sunset runs are incredibly popular for sailing expeditions because the view and the warm weather make the evenings ideal for the views alone. You can purchase a private charter or go with a group.
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