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Savannah: Tybee Island Dolphin Tour

1. Savannah: Tybee Island Dolphin Tour

Travel to Tybee Island via trolley/bus for lunch on your own at the Crab Shack where the elite eat in their bare feet and dine on steamed seafood. Enjoy a fun atmosphere, spectacular scenery, exotic birds, and an alligator pond with over 100 reptiles to view. Board the boat for a dolphin cruise through Tybee Island’s waterways in search of the ever-prevalent bottlenose dolphin playing in their natural habitat. Stop by the Tybee Island Lighthouse overlooking the Atlantic Ocean for a photo opportunity and some free time before returning to Savannah.

Savannah: Private Historic District and Islands Tour

2. Savannah: Private Historic District and Islands Tour

Make the most of your time in Savannah with a private tour covering both the historic district and some of the nearby islands. Stroll through ancient squares, beautiful homes, and churches, then admire the lighthouse at Tybee Pier. Learn about local history by visiting a Civil War fort. Get picked up from your hotel and head over to Savannah's historic district. Take a stroll through some of the 22 city squares surrounded by stunning buildings, inns, and museums, and nestled among live oak trees and intimate green spaces. Move on to Tybee Island to admire attractions such as the Tybee Pier and a 1736 lighthouse. Visit Fort Pulaski National Monument on Cockspur Island, one of the best preserved Civil War forts. Learn about its 1862 siege and the Union military engineering that forced the Confederacy to surrender.

Savannah: Private Guided Highlight's Tour

3. Savannah: Private Guided Highlight's Tour

Make the most of your time in Savannah on this private customized tour. Visit Savannah's historic quarter, the Bonaventure Cemetery, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and many more city highlights. Take a stroll around some of the 22 ancient squares to witness exquisite residences, and admire stunning churches, quaint inns, and museums surrounded by oak trees and a green oasis. Immerse yourself in late Victorian and Queen Anne architecture in the lovely Victorian district. Walk around and explore this residential enclave on the Isle of Hope with stately southern houses overlooking the marshes.  Next, visit Fort Pulaski, located on Cockspur Island, one of the best-maintained Civil War forts. Learn about the Siege of Fort Pulaski in 1862 and the Union military technologies that caused the Confederates to capitulate and block Savannah's harbor.  Explore Tybee Island and its magnificent 17th-century lighthouse outside of the city boundaries. Get a tour of the lighthouse and historic support structures, then head to the Tybee Pier and Pavilion to enjoy this picturesque island.

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4.8 / 5

based on 180 reviews

Dennis our tour director was great... very informative. He Donatella kept us in time. The lunch at Crab Shack was the best meal I had my entire 6 day stay in Savannah. Seeing as many dolphins as we did was so much fun. The MC and Captain were awesome!

We had a great afternoon being on the water! We were lucky enough to see several dolphins. The guides were very informative and full of fun commentary. I would highly recommend this tour.

amazing trip we were surrounded by dolphins and our captain made sure the trip was excellent and lively. thank you Capt. Gator and 1st. mate possum

The seas were calm, beautiful day, saw lots of dolphins and I loved the music on board.

Excellent tour. Lots of fun. Lots of dolphins to see.