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Crabbing boat cruise in Hilton Head Island

4.7· 15 reviews2 hoursFrom INR 4882
Crabbing boat cruise in Hilton Head Island — Kids-friendly things to do in Hilton Head Island

Two-hour boat trip on the Tammy Jane — educational insights into salt marsh ecosystems with live crabbing experience for all ages.

Join the crew aboard the Tammy Jane for a two-hour boat cruise that delves into the unique salt marsh environments of Hilton Head Island. This educational trip covers the interconnected ecosystems and the variety of sea creatures encountered during the crabbing experience. As the crew pulls up commercial crabbing pots, guests learn about the local ecology and its significance to the food web.

Guests of all ages are welcome, making this a family-friendly activity. If crabs are caught during the trip, they will be packaged for guests to take home. The cruise is perfect for those looking to blend learning with a hands-on experience on the water.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Potential sightings of dolphins • Canopy for shade • Two-hour educational cruise • Opportunity to keep crabs (not assured) • Beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, available for purchase • Live commentary and guidance from the Tammy Jane crew • Scenic vistas of the low country
What's NOT included?+
• Fee for vehicle entry into Sea Pines Resort
What should I know before booking?+
• Appropriate for all levels of physical fitness • Minimum participant requirements exist. Cancellations may occur after confirmation if the number of passengers does not meet the necessary threshold. If this happens, you will be provided with an alternative option or a full refund. • Dependent on favorable weather conditions. If the activity is canceled because of adverse weather, you will have the choice of an alternative date or a full refund.
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
What's the itinerary?+
• The Tammy Jane departs from Harbour Town Yacht Basin located just beneath the Lighthouse. Over the last three years, the Tammy Jane has collaborated with the University of South Carolina Beaufort Campus and their Marine Science program to provide guests with the chance to learn from students participating in the Coastal Ecology program who serve as active crew members on the Tammy Jane. This collaboration has been beneficial for both the Tammy Jane and the University, enabling educational experiences during each trip. All excursions last for two hours. The crew will explain the inner mechanics of a commercial crabbing pot and instruct guests on how to properly bait one. Following this, baited pots are deployed from the Tammy Jane. Once these pots are set, the vessel will navigate to previously dropped crab pot locations. The crew will then demonstrate how to retrieve these pots and sort the catch on the table. Guests will learn about each marine species the Tammy Jane might catch. Information will also be provided on the life cycle of local crabs and the legal requirements regarding the retention of your catch. This activity is suitable for participants of all ages. • Harbour Town Lighthouse

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