Top Dolphin Watching Tours in Myrtle Beach: Unmissable Adventures on the Grand Strand
Dolphins captivate with their playful intelligence and stunning grace. While aquarium encounters are enjoyable, nothing compares to spotting them in their natural ocean habitat.
Discover these fascinating dolphin facts:
- The killer whale (orca) is the largest member of the dolphin family.
- Dolphins are carnivorous mammals that hunt fish and squid.
- Historically known as "mereswine" or "sea pigs" in some cultures.
- Males are bulls, females cows, and juveniles calves.
- They form social pods of up to 12 individuals.
- Superior eyesight, hearing, and echolocation help them navigate and hunt.
- They communicate via clicks, whistles, and other vocalizations.
With 60 miles of pristine Atlantic coastline, the Myrtle Beach area—known as the Grand Strand—is ideal for dolphin watching. Reputable local outfitters offer guided tours, many with sighting guarantees. Explore these top options:
Action Water Sportz
1525 13th Avenue North, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-280-4100
and 2051 Bridge View Court, North Myrtle Beach, SC
info@actionwatersportz.com
Enjoy a scenic dolphin watch on new jet skis. Expert guides ensure safe trips to prime spots for dolphins and sea turtles.
Blue Wave Adventures Dolphin Watch Tour
Crazy Sister Marina
4123 US 17, Murrells Inlet, SC
843-651-3676
1.5-hour tours navigate Murrells Inlet and the Atlantic coast, spotting dolphins, turtles, jellyfish, rays, sharks, and more.
Calabash Fishing Fleet
Dolphin Adventure Cruise & Dolphin Tours
9945 Nance Street, Calabash, NC 28467
910-575-0017
Two-hour cruises via the Intracoastal Waterway and Little River inlet meet working shrimp boats, attracting dolphins. Dolphin guarantee or next cruise free. Also offers fishing charters.
Express Watersports & Jet Ski Express
4042 Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
843-357-7777
Ocean cruises narrated by naturalists highlight dolphins, turtles, and rays. Additional activities: parasailing, kayaks, scuba, jet skis, and paddleboards.
Hurricane Fleet
9975 Nance Street, Calabash, NC 28467
843-249-3571
info@hurricanefleet.com
Quick ocean access maximizes viewing on two-hour cruises beside their shrimp boat for dolphin feeding frenzies.
Myrtle Beach Watersports (3 locations)
Myrtle Beach: 8201 Marina Parkway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 | 843-839-2999
South Myrtle Beach: 101 Fantasy Harbour Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579 | 843-903-3456
North Myrtle Beach: Harbourgate Marina, 2100 Sea Mt. Hwy, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582 | 843-280-7777
Boat tours on Sea Thunder or Sea Screamer, jet ski dolphin tours, and rentals. Dolphin sighting guarantee.
Voyager Deep Sea Fishing & Dolphin Cruises
1525 13th Avenue North, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-626-9500
Thrilling dolphin cruises plus the largest party fishing boat in the Carolinas, with deep-sea options and charters.
