
Fripp Island Boat & Dolphin Tours
Explore the Waters Near Fripp Island with Beaufort Dolphin Adventures
Looking for the perfect way to experience the magic of the Fripp Island coast? Come aboard with Beaufort Dolphin Adventures, conveniently located in nearby Beaufort—a short, scenic drive from Fripp Island through some of the Lowcountry’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Whether you're planning a relaxing day on the water or chasing unforgettable wildlife encounters, we've got a tour for every kind of adventurer.
Our Fripp Island Boat Tours Include:
Dolphin Tours:
Watch for our local dolphins we explore Beaufort’s beautiful waterways. A must for families, couples, and wildlife lovers.
Sunset Cruises:
Unwind on the water with a golden Lowcountry sunset as your backdrop. It’s the perfect way to end a day while vacationing on Fripp Island.
River Tours:
Cruise through the peaceful rivers and creeks of the Beaufort area, rich with natural beauty, birdlife, and historic charm.
Captained Boat Rentals:
Want the freedom of a private charter without having to navigate? Book a captained boat rental and create your own on-the-water adventure.
Backcountry Adventures:
Calling all thrill-seekers! Venture off the beaten path into the hidden creeks and wild estuaries only accessible by boat. Perfect for photographers, nature buffs, and explorers at heart.
Meet Your Captains
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Capt. John
Born and raised in Beaufort, Capt. John is a treasure trove of local knowledge. He loves showing off the same home waters he has been running boats on since before he could drive a car. Some of John’s professional experiences include captaining 50+ foot sport fishing boats, tug boats on the Savannah River, tour boats on Hilton Head Island, and local fishing charters. He is a Coast Guard Licensed Master Captain and his favorite part about guiding is showing his clients something new.
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Capt. Sebra
Capt. Sebra spent her high school years in Beaufort, and like so many others who fall in love with the area, she found her way back. Her love for the water has taken her all over the east coast. She has worked on mega yachts from the Bahamas to the north of Maine and has experience running 50+ foot sport fishing boats. She loves, fishing, running, being active and most of all being on the water. She is a Coast Guard Licensed Captain and she especially loves getting kids on the water.
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Capt. Rob
Capt. Rob has always been an avid outdoorsman and angler with a passion for connecting people with nature. He served eight years in the Marine Corps before transitioning to captaining boats. Rob is a Coast Guard Licensed Master Captain, and has traveled the world in search of adventure, including sailing from Panama to Easter Island on a 38 foot sailboat. He started out running tours and fishing boats on Hilton Head Island before launching Green Heron Adventures, a Beaufort based flats fishing charter. In 2022 he saw a need for more family and nature oriented activities in Beaufort so he created Beaufort Dolphin Adventures.
Come Cruise With Us
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The Beaufortonian
Our Boat: The Beaufortonian is a Coast Guard Inspected Vessel that can comfortably carry up to 14 passengers. This boat has tons of room, allowing your crew to move around but still keeps the crazy kids (or that crazy friend, or uncle) safely onboard. There are four seats just in front of the captain that have great shade as well. Our Beaufort River Tours, Sunset River Cruises, and Captained Boat Rentals/Custom Adventures all use the Beaufortonian.
Find Us
1 Port Royal Landing Dr, Port Royal, SC 29935
If we don’t answer your call we are probably out on the boat giving a tour, we are a small locally owned and operated company and our captains wear many hats! Please leave us a message or send us a text, we will return your call/text as soon as possible.