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All tours are run by a USCG-licensed Captain. No self-captained trips offered. Search for Dolphins Near Folly Beach Pricing: - Up to 8 passengers: $300/hour (plus 20% gratuity) - 9–18 passengers: add $50 per person to the total - 2-hour minimum Tour Times: - 10:00 AM daily - 1:00 PM or two hours before sunset (except Friday & Saturday) - Afternoon tours start 4.5 hours before sunset - Sunset tours run Sunday–Thursday, starting two hours prior to sunset - Bachelor/bachelorette parties? Let us know - 3-hour tours: request the Lily Pad if desired Tour Experience: Get on board as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly Beach while searching for the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that live here year-round. Your experienced captain shares knowledge about the local ecosystem, Charleston history, and our famous dolphins—all while operating safely and respectfully. Be on the lookout for strand feeding, a unique dolphin hunting technique seen July–September. Navigate the backwaters and historic Morris Island, where you can hunt for fossils, seashells, and sand dollars. This tour accommodates up to 18 people and is perfect for families, groups, birthdays, or even a booze cruise. BYOB! Highlights: - Observe wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat - Explore Charleston’s backwaters and Morris Island - Learn local history and ecology from your captain - Optional Lily Pad for 3-hour tours - Pet-friendly—bring your dog, or we can bring Mr. Chubbs! Booking Info: These tours fill up quickly, especially during peak season (March–November). We do our best to accommodate requests, but flexibility is appreciated. Join us on our signature dolphin tour for a truly unforgettable Folly Beach adventure!


Captain Richard "Dicky" Brendel Finding Dolphins since 2010. Captain Richard “Dicky” Brendel is home when he’s on the water in Charleston. He’s a longtime waterman, USGC certified Captain, an avid surfer, and quick with a one-liner that will definitely make you grin or at least stare at him with curiosity. He loves his salt marsh estuarine home and has a passion for sharing it with anyone asking for a look. When he’s not on the water, you can find him consulting with local musicians and entrepreneurs or cutting a fine rug on a Folly Beach dance floor. Richard’s heart is overflowing with good, salty love, and you’ll be lucky to feel that on your tour.
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All tours are captained by a USCG Master Licensed Captain and every tour has a required mate. Weather: Don't trust your weather app. Conditions change constantly in Charleston. If we do have weather we usually wait 30 minutes and it moves on. Sometimes it does sit on top of us. Plus we have the Folly Bubble! It will be raining downtown and sunny on Folly. If we are unable to reschedule or get you on the water we will give a full refund. BYOB: Please bring more beverages than you think you need. We will provide a cooler and ice. No glass except Champaign. Snacks: Yes! Attire: Please be prepared to swim. If it's one of the colder months bring an extra jacket as the wind can get chilly.