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Castaway Island Excursions

Castaway Island Excursions offers a variety of guided eco-tours and boat excursions through Charleston’s scenic Folly Creek and surrounding wetlands. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, or boat tours, with options for dolphin watching, fossil hunting, and exploring the historic Morris Island Lighthouse. Perfect for outdoor adventurers, families, and nature lovers.

Castaway Island Excursions

Tours & Excursions
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843-480-1571
Area of town:
Folly Beach
2223 Folly Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Located at Crosby’s Fish & Shrimp on Folly Creek, providing easy access to Charleston’s scenic wetlands.
Hours of Operation
Daily: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Eastern Daylight Time
Tours are by reservation. Call or visit the website to schedule.
Admissions | Tickets
2-Hour Kayak Excursion: $50 per person
Dolphin Viewing Boat Tour: $45 per adult, $35 per child
Morris Island Lighthouse Drop-off: $65 per adult, $45 per child
Fossil Hunting Excursion: $80 per adult, $60 per child
Group and private rates available. Visit the website for additional options.
Not wheelchair accessible. Suitable for children ages 2 and up.
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Explore Charleston’s Wetlands with Castaway Island Excursions

Kayak and Paddleboard Adventures

Castaway Island Excursions offers guided kayak and paddleboard tours, perfect for exploring Charleston’s vast tidal creeks and wetlands. Visitors can choose a 2-hour guided excursion, led by an experienced local guide who educates guests on the area’s rich wildlife and ecosystem. Paddlers may encounter dolphins, birds, and other marshland creatures as they wind through the serene waters of Folly Creek.

Boat Excursions and Dolphin Watching

In addition to paddling excursions, Castaway Island Excursions provides several boat tours designed to showcase the natural beauty and wildlife of Charleston’s waterways. Their dolphin watching tour takes guests on a scenic 1.5-hour trip, where you can observe bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. The experienced captain shares knowledge about the dolphins’ behaviors and the salt marsh ecosystem, making it both educational and enjoyable for all ages.

Fossil Hunting Excursion

Castaway Island Excursions also offers a 3.5-4 hour fossil hunting trip, ideal for those interested in exploring Charleston’s prehistoric past. This excursion takes guests to one of the area’s prime fossil-hunting spots, where you can search for shark teeth, fossilized bones, and other ancient treasures. The trip includes a boat ride through Charleston’s tidal creeks and marshlands, with opportunities to spot dolphins and local wildlife along the way.

Customizable Private Excursions

For those seeking a more personalized experience, Castaway Island Excursions offers private tours that can be tailored to your group’s preferences. Whether you’re planning a family outing, school trip, or bachelor/bachelorette party, Castaway’s private charters provide a unique way to experience Charleston’s waterways.