Shark Teeth and Fossil Island Adventure Boat Tour in Charleston

5.0 (2 reviews) Mount Pleasant, USA
Duration4h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Walk on the beach and enjoy beachcombing on this three hour boat trip that accommodates up to 6 guests for an amazing view of Charleston’s skyline by water! Join us for a spectacular Tour of the City of Charleston from the water and find fossilized teeth from the largest shark to ever live, dating back 3.6 to 23 million years ago! Sightsee from our 21 ft center console “Scout” with shade from the bimini T-top and a cuddy cabin with a marine head on a private charter in Charleston for an exciting cruise with your crew. Bring your favorite food and beverages (BYOB) and a small cooler. We will provide a cooler with ice and bottled water! A great getaway at the beach for friends, family, and your crew for quality time and a sharks tooth treasure hunt on the water in Charleston!

Finding these teeth can provide insights into the marine ecosystems that existed millions of years ago in the Charleston area. Let’s go explore!

What's included

  • Guided shark's tooth treasure hunt

What to expect

  1. Charleston
    3h
    Experience sea birds, dolphin, sea turtles and more as you enjoy a boat cruise through Charleston’s enchanted waterways to arrive at Shark Tooth Island! This island is rich with prehistoric fossils from Charleston’s Ancient underwater past. Here, you’ll find ocean Treasures to keep as you walk along the seashore with our expert guides on this unforgettable Lowcountry expedition! Take home all the sharks teeth and fossils you find and we’ll even help you identify your discoveries on this exclusive tour. Enjoy your private adventure with friends and family for personalized attention and knowledge of fossils from your marine biologist guides. Shark Tooth Island is one of the best spots in South Carolina to find teeth of megalodon, true prehistoric giants of the ocean, along with the fossilized teeth of numerous species of sharks.
  2. Charleston Waterfront Park
    Pass by
    Enjoy an unforgettable perspective of Charleston's iconic Battery, where centuries of maritime history meet some of the most spectacular homes in the South. From the water, the famous Battery seawall reveals its true scale. Originally built to protect Charleston from storms and defend the city, the historic seawall has watched over the harbor for more than 200 years and remains one of Charleston's most recognizable landmarks. Beyond the wall stand magnificent antebellum mansions, elegant historic homes, and grand waterfront estates that have witnessed the American Revolution, the Civil War, hurricanes, and generations of Charleston history.
    We offer an unobstructed panoramic views of East Battery, White Point Garden, and the beautiful homes that line Charleston's southern shoreline.
    Whether you're celebrating a romantic evening, entertaining family and friends, or exploring Charleston for the first time, viewing the Battery from the water is an experience few visitors ever enjoy.
  3. Morris Island Lighthouse
    Pass by
    Explore the wild beauty of Charleston's coastline on a private Morris Island boat adventure with an interpretive guide to help you identify your beach treasures and sharks teeth. Cruise through Charleston Harbor and enjoy the sights of the enchanted waterways and step ashore the historic Morris Island, past home of the Morris Island Lighthouse as the island has been eroding since the 1889 Charleston jetties were installed to facilitate safe passage into and out of the Charleston Harbor. Enjoy an unforgettable shark tooth and fossil hunt along the island's beaches. Search the shoreline for fossilized sharks teeth, ancient marine fossils, and other prehistoric treasures that have washed ashore!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the dock's master office. You may also call us before the travel date so we can give you the specific instruction.

End point

Go to the dock's master office. You may also call us before the travel date so we can give you the specific instruction.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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