Things to Do in Hilton Head

Lift off with Hilton Head Helicopter Tours for an exciting adventure over the island. Travel along the island’s busiest beaches on your way to Coligny Beach Park, flying low and looking for marine life. Then, ascend for the best views of Hilton Head Island, along with Parris Island and Downtown Savannah. This tour is ideal for couples, friends, and families. Details

Take a ride in the sky via helicopter to soak in the magnificent views of Hilton Head Island. See Folly Field Beach, Broad Creek, Port Royal Sound, and Shelter Cove. Be on the lookout for ocean life down below such as sea turtles, dolphins, and manta rays! Your knowledgeable pilot will provide narration and ensure you have a thrilling ride with stunning views. Details

This 2-hour guided Hilton Head Island Creek Cat tour is a fun and exciting way to explore Hilton Head Island's waters and landscape! Departing from Palmetto Bay Marina, you'll captain your own Creek Cat (a small, motorized 2-person boat) as you zip along the water at speeds of up to 30mph. And, you'll have an expert guide leading the way. Cruise along the shoreline of Daufuskie Island, sail past Bull Island, and travel through smaller marshes looking for egrets, ospreys, otters and other wildlife. Details

Looking for a challenging but fun and scenic exercise? Well, look no further because Island Head's Guided Paddleboard Tour is here to test your core strength and balance while experiencing the beautiful calm waterways of Skull Creek. The experienced guides will not only help you learn how to walk on water but also gives you an in depth history and ecology lesson of the Lowcountry marsh-ways. The entire family will be rewarded with satisfaction when they see the endless indigenous wildlife species (including the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin!) up close and personal in this unique adventure! Details

Discover the wonders of Hilton Head Island on this guided Hilton Head kayak tour. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Skull Creek as you paddle through saltwater marshlands, encountering a variety of fascinating bird species and even playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. An exclusive Sunrise Guided Kayak Tour is also available during the summer months. Details

See the Harbour Town Lighthouse, South Beach Marina, Shelter Cove Marina, Coligny Beach, and the Broad Creek Marshlands from the seat of a Hilton Head helicopter tour. Fly on a helicopter 700 feet over the beach waving at beachgoers and taking in an eagle’s view of the sights below. Be sure to have your camera ready for some amazing photo opportunities. Details

If you’re looking for a short and sweet Hilton Head helicopter ride, this is the tour for you! Discover what it’s like to fly in a helicopter as you loop around the northeast corner of the island. See Folly Field Beach, Port Royal Sound, and search for sea life in the Atlantic Ocean from above. This discovery tour is perfect for first-time fliers. Details

View Hilton Head by helicopter in one of the best tours out there. Fly over Pinckney Island wildlife refuge to the Bluffton Historic District. Orbit the Church of the Cross before flying along the May River, and more. Have your camera on hand for photo ops of the Harbour Town Lighthouse and a range of wildlife you may spot, such as bald eagles, dolphins, and turtles. Details

Make your trip to Lowcountry, SC, memorable with Island Head's Parasailing Hilton Head adventure! Sail the sea and fly the skies for a perspective of beautiful views of Daufuskie Island, Calibogue Sound, Harbour Town Lighthouse, Harbour Town Yacht Basin, South Beach Marina, and all the other breathtaking landmarks the place has to offer. If you are lucky, you might even get a chance to see and have a close encounter with Hilton Head Island’s famous bottlenose dolphins! It's a fun, family friendly tour that will leave everyone giddy for another round! Details

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure aboard Hilton Head's custom Black Daggar pirate ship. This Hilton Head cruise transforms kids into little pirates for a fun-filled treasure hunt on the calm waters of Hilton Head Island's Calibogugue Sound. The experienced crew will have the little ones engaged and thoroughly entertained before they even step aboard. Set sail with Pirates of Hilton Head in this nautical family adventure! Details

Take a look at what Hilton Head Island has to offer from the viewpoint of the sea. Tourists new to the area don't have to worry about getting lost or missing must-see sights. They will receive a professional orientation on navigating Hilton Head Island’s waterways and even superb lunch recommendations on the water! From there, tourists can get a glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean, behind Daufuskie Island, through the Cooper River, or up the May River to check out the sand bar and Palmetto Bluff– and even get a chance to see Hilton Head Island's famous bottlenose dolphins! Details