Hilton Head Crabbing Expedition Boat Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Hilton Head's waterways
- Learn traditional crabbing techniques
- Catch blue crabs in local waters
- Enjoy scenic coastal views
- Engage with knowledgeable local guides
Full description
Included / Excluded
- 2-hour guided boat cruise
- All necessary crabbing equipment
- Expert local guide
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
The Tammy Jane departs from Harbour Town Yacht Basin just below the Lighthouse. The Tammy Jane has paired up with the University of South Carolina Beaufort Campus and their Marine Science program over the past three years to provide guests an opportunity to learn from students enrolled in the Coastal Ecology program who are active crew members aboard the Tammy Jane. This has been a great partnership for the Tammy Jane and the University allowing us to provided an educational experiences aboard each trip. All trips are 2-hours in length. The Tammy Jane crew will teach guests the inner workings behind a commercial crabbing pot, and will teach guests how to properly bait a pot. We will then deploy baited pots from the Tammy Jane. After the baited pots have been deployed the Tammy Jane will make her way to crab pot locations that have already been dropped on previous days. The crew will then teach guests how the vessel will pull these pots up, and will dump the catch out on the sorting table. Aboard you will learn about every sea creature the Tammy Jane may pull up. You will also learn about the life cycle of our local crabs, and find out what the requirements by law are to keep your catch. This trip is great for all ages!
Pass by: Harbour Town Lighthouse
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- Gratuity for the guide is not included and is appreciated for excellent service.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult during the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for a boat environment.
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect against sun exposure.
- Consider bringing a camera to capture the scenic views and your crabbing experience.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Traveler reviews
Fun time.
Great time. Guest were given the opportunity to pull the crab pots out of the water. There were blue crabs, rock crabs and spider crabs. None big enough to keep but we enjoyed the experience.
Waterview of HHI
This was a great way to show my FIL the beauty of HHI from the water. Cpt. Windows, Sam & Ashley were all very sharing of their vast knowledge which made the excursion so enjoyable. I plan to send many of our visitors their direction.
Do it!
Fabulous experience. Educational and fun for all ages. Great crew and captain. Landed over 26 crabs and encountered several dolphins. Would totally do this again!
Family Crabbing Adventure
This was a wonderful interactive educational experience. The crew was lovely, experienced and knowledgeable. It was great how they were able to get the guest involved in pulling the pods from the water. Plenty of crab was pulled during our tour and everyone was able to take crab home with them. Definitely recommend this activity during a visit to Hilton Head.
Great Family Fun!
We had an amazing time crabbing! The guides were incredibly informative and fantastic with the kids, making the whole experience fun and engaging for everyone. We caught plenty of crabs along with some other interesting creatures—the highlight being a toadfish! To top it all off, the captain even took us to see dolphins up close, which was unforgettable.