Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, is the historic and picturesque setting for Pat Conroy's novel, The Water Is Wide. Known as "Yamacraw Island" in the novel, the real Daufuskie Island is home to a way of life that's almost disappeared in the Lowcountry of the South Carolina and Georgia Coasts. A Daufuskie Island Tour is your look into the rich history and culture of this jewel of the South Carolina Coast.

DaufuskieIslandTours.com feature information on visiting Daufuskie Island, SC, including tours and excursions to experience the historic side of the island, news and event information on Daufuskie Island current events, data and historic reference on Daufuskie Island, and is your resource for all things Daufuskie. Book Daufuskie Island Tours through any of the following companies:

Tour, Travel, and Transportation Companies Serving Daufuskie Island:

Advanced Sail, Inc. - Our Recommended Sailing Company!

www.hiltonheadisland.com/sailing/
843-686-2582
Palmetto Bay Marina, Broad Creek. South End HHI

The Ultimate Sailing Experience! Dolphin watching and sunset sails with wonderful views of Daufuskie Island from the Calibogue Sound. Two vessels to choose from, including the Pau Hana and Flying Circus. The Pau Hana is Hilton Head Island's biggest catamaran charter sailboat, 53 feet long and 26 feet wide, USCG certified for up to 49 passengers. The Flying Circus is Hilton Head Island's fastest catamaran sailboat, a 27 foot racing cat that is limited to 6 passengers.

Adventure Cruises

www.hiltonheadisland.com/adventure/
843-785-4558
Shelter Cove Marina, Mid-Island HHI

80' Double Deck cruise ship "Holiday" departs from Shelter Cove Harbour, across from Palmetto Dunes Resort in Hilton Head Island, SC. Snack bar and restrooms on board, with inside, open and shaded seating options. 1 Hour 45 Minute cruises offers views of Daufuskie Island among other points of interest. This is a boat-based tour only.

Calibogue Cruises - Our Recommended Large Group Tour (7+ persons)

164B Palmetto Bay Rd
843-342-8687
Broad Creek Marina, Mid-Island HHI
Transportation/ferry service to Freeport Marina area and historic tours and golf cart rentals to explore on your own.

Commander Zodiac

843-671-3344
South Beach Marina, South End HHI

Explore marshlands, observe Atlantic Bottle-Nosed Dolphins eye to eye, and other native marine wildlife in their natural habitat which surrounds Daufuskie Island. Combine the thrill of rafting with the adventure and pleasure of being so close to nature. The original Zodiac raft ride on Hilton Head! Selected by National Geographic, Discovery Channel and BBC as nature guides.

Daufuskie Island Resort & Breathe Spa

www.daufuskieislandresort.com
800-648-6778 • 843-842-2000

Resort Embarkation, Skull Creek, North End HHI
Make Ferry Reservations Online or call 843-341-4870.
Provides transportation / ferry service to the public resort facilities. You can bring a bicycle on board for a small additional charge.

Live Oac - Our Recommended Small Group Tour (6 or less persons)

"The Lowcountry's Outdoor Adventure Company"
www.liveoac.com
888-2-LIVEOAC • 843-384-4384

(Various locations for passenger pickup in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton area.)
Live Oac provides private customized boat-based excursions, including Daufuskie Island tours, among other Lowcountry destinations. The Live Oac vessel Odyssey is perhaps the most comfortable and best equipped small group (6 people max) cruising boat in the lowcountry. Guides are always highly experienced trained interpretive naturalists which are very knowledgeable about Daufuskie Island history and culture, and boats are operated by USCG licensed captains. Mention DaufuskieIslandTours.com and receive an special discount.

Outside Hilton Head

www.outsidehiltonhead.com
800-686-6996 • 843-686-6996
South Beach Marina and Shelter Cove Marina
Provide unique small-group guided history excursions (4 hours) and options for larger group outings.

Spirit of Harbour Town

www.vagabondcruise.com/spirit_of_harbour_town.html
Harbour Town Marina - South End HHI

Offers boat-based cruises and tours the waterways adjacent Daufuskie Island. This is a boat-based tour only.

Vagabond Cruises

www.vagabondcruise.com
Harbourtown Marina, South End HHI
843-363-9026
Daufuskie Island Adventure

All aboard the Vagabond for a trip back in time to one of the last semi-developed sea islands on the southeast coast. This 35 minute cruise to Daufuskie is fully narrated by a naturalist captain. On the way to Daufuskie Island, you will see and hear about the historic Haig Point Lighthouse, the ruins of antebellum slave quarters, the Strahn Mansion and many other interesting sights of the Carolina Lowcountry. Once you arrive at Daufuskie, you will tour the island's historical sites.

Accomodations and Resorts on Daufuskie Island:

Daufuskie Island Resort & Breathe Spa

www.daufuskieislandresort.com
800-648-6778 • 843-842-2000

The Daufuskie Island Resort & Breathe Spa is a family-friendly island golf and spa resort. Accomodations feature cottages and an oceanfront inn, and amenities including golf courses, tennis, pools, water sports, restaurants, and a luxurious spa. Daufuskie Island Resort & Breathe Spa offers a wide variety of resort packages, golf packages, and spa packages.

Haig Point

www.haigpoint.com
Front Desk / Reservations:
800-686-3441 • 843-686-2000
Haig Point Real Estate Company:
866-388-4244 • 843-686-4244

Haig Point is a private golf community on the north end of Daufuskie Island.
866-388-4244

A primary historic feature of Haig Point is the Haig Point Lighthouse, situated at the confluence of Cooper River and the Calibogue Sound, which served to mark the north end of Daufuskie Island to vessels approaching from Skull Creek and the Calibogue. One of two lighthouses on Daufuskie Island, the Haig Point Lighthouse is now operated as a unique lodging experience for Haig Point members and guests of members.

Haig Point offers a variety of membership options and benefits.