Overview
Combine Costal Expedition's 90-minute Dolphin and History Boat Cruise @ 11am and Kelly Tour's 75-minute Beaufort City Tour @ 3pm.
Please call our office when booking this combination ticket to book the Boat Cruise. The boat cruise begins at 11am.
Departing from the downtown Beaufort marina at the Waterfront Park, this land and sea tour is a fun and family-friendly escape. Cruise along the waterfront to get an introduction to Beaufort's incredible history and abundant wildlife. Learn stories about Native American, Spanish exploration, French settlement, and English colonization - all while seeing playful dolphins, bald eagles, and ospreys. This 90-minute cruise is a relaxing–and cool–break from land that will entertain the whole family!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Please note: The boat portion is provided ONLY on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Gratuity
Cost of Parking
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
For the Mini Bus portion please meet at 928 1/2 Bay St, Beaufort, SC (Look for the Red, White, and Blue rocking chairs).
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour time.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
- Kelly Tours will provide you the Land portion with a 75-minute guided bus tour through Beaufort's Historic district. *This Land portion is available Monday through Saturday at 10am, 12:30pm, and 3pm.*
- Coastal Expeditions will provide you the Sea portion with a 90-minute Dolphin and History Boat Cruise on Beaufort's main waterways. *This Sea portion is available Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11am.*
- When booking this combination ticket, please note, if you want to do both tours on the same day, you will take the 11am boat tour and then the 3pm bus tour. ***Please call our office at (843) 473 - 7107 to reserve you spot on the boat!***
- If you plan on doing this tour on separate days, please choose the time of your Land option here and ***call our office at (843) 473 – 7107 to reserve your spot on the boat tour (available on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11am).***
- Coastal Expedition's phone number is (843) 884-7684. Please call for more information about the boat cruise. ***Kelly Tours is closed on Sundays.***
What to expect
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Kelly Tours Beaufort
1 hour 15 min
Kelly Tours is the Land portion of this combo ticket with a 75 minute guided Historic Tour by bus.
Experience over three hundred years of history in Beaufort, South Carolina’s second oldest city. This charming city boasts a fascinating history of exploration by the Spanish, the French and the English. Explore the National Historic Landmark District to admire the sweeping antebellum homes, scenic views, and historic churches. Visit Old Point, the National Cemetery, the Bluff and several movie locations from Forrest Gump, The Great Santini, The Prince of Tides and The Big Chill, among others. You will fall in love with Beautiful Beaufort By the Bay! -
Coastal Expeditions Beaufort
1 hour 30 min
Coastal Expeditions provides the Sea portion of this combo ticket with a 90 minute Boat Cruise.
There's no better way to experience all the land and sea have to offer than a tour departing from downtown Beaufort. Our family-friendly cruises are the perfect introduction to all that Beaufort has to offer, its incredible history and wildlife! You'll be regaled with stories of Native Americans, Spanish exploration, French settlement, and English colonization while keeping your eyes peeled for playful bottlenose dolphins and nesting bald eagles or ospreys out hunting. A fun escape for all ages, these 90-minute cruises provide the perfect break from land life, where you're sure to come away with plenty of laughs, facts about the local area, and unforgettable memories. Join us for an unforgettable time in beautiful Beaufort!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort
Can I cancel Guided Historical Bus and Boat Cruise Tour in Beaufort for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 45 min.
Where does it start?
For the Mini Bus portion please meet at 928 1/2 Bay St, Beaufort, SC (Look for the Red, White, and Blue rocking chairs).
What's included?
- Please note: The boat portion is provided ONLY on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
What's not included?
- Gratuity
- Cost of Parking
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kelly Tours Beaufort, Coastal Expeditions Beaufort.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Kelly Tours Beaufort
