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Saltwater Marsh Eco Shelling Tour in Murrells Inlet, SC
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA
$36
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Overview
The Saltwater Marsh Eco Tour in Murrells Inlet offers a unique two-hour cruise through a vibrant coastal ecosystem. This guided experience is perfect for families and nature lovers eager to connect with the rich wildlife and scenic beauty of the area.
- 🚤 Enjoy a 2-hour eco-cruise through the picturesque saltwater marsh, revealing the natural beauty of Murrells Inlet.
- 🦈 Led by expert naturalists, this tour provides insightful commentary on local wildlife and the area's fascinating history.
- 🏖️ Experience a shelling adventure on a secluded beach, with approximately 35 minutes to explore, collect shells, and relax.
- 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly activities make this tour suitable for all ages, ensuring an educational and enjoyable outing for everyone.
- 🐚 Interactive touch tanks onboard feature marine life such as blue crabs, sea urchins, and starfish, allowing guests to observe and hold these creatures.
- 🚶♂️ Facilities on board cater to comfort, making it easy for guests to enjoy the cruise without concerns.
- 🌊 Pass by the famous Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, a lively waterfront area known for its restaurants and vibrant atmosphere.
- 🏡 Cruise past Oyster Cove, a luxurious community showcasing magnificent homes and private docks with stunning marsh views.
- 🌲 Witness the natural splendor of Huntington Beach State Park, a protected coastal preserve teeming with wildlife and untouched beauty.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible, ensuring all guests can enjoy this wonderful marine adventure.
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Saltwater Marsh Eco Shelling Tour in Murrells Inlet, SC
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Restroom on board
Meeting point
Check in at the Crazy Sister Marina Ticket Office. We share the building with the Wicked Tuna restaurant. The office is found at the top of the white steps on the far right side of the building.
Return details
Check in at the Crazy Sister Marina Ticket Office. We share the building with the Wicked Tuna restaurant. The office is found at the top of the white steps on the far right side of the building.
- Cruise past the famous Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, a lively waterfront boardwalk known as the heart of the Inlet and the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina.” This scenic stretch is lined with popular waterfront restaurants and local favorites like Dead Dog Saloon, Drunken Jack's, Wicked Tuna, Creek Ratz, J Peters, The Claw House, Bovines, and Inlet Shipwreck Bar & Grill. Bustling with charter boats, live music, and waterfront energy, the MarshWalk offers a true glimpse into the coastal lifestyle of Murrells Inlet and the greater Myrtle Beach area. Hang out at the Tuna Shack, Inlet Beer Garden or the Mullet Hut and watch fishing boats come and go with the day’s catch, see pelicans and shorebirds along the marsh, and take in sweeping views of the saltwater estuary that makes this area so unique. It’s one of the best places along the Grand Strand to experience fresh seafood, waterfront dining, and Lowcountry charm — all in one unforgettable setting. (pass by)
- As we leave the MarshWalk, you’ll see the Murrells Inlet Veterans Pier, a public fishing pier built on the historic site of a World War II U.S. Army Air Forces Crash Boat Station (circa 1943–1945). The station supported aerial gunnery training from the nearby Myrtle Beach Army Air Field and was used to locate and recover pilots and aircraft involved in training accidents over the coastal waters and marsh. The facility included a long marsh dock, storage buildings, and a radio shack used to coordinate rescue operations. Local boat captains and volunteers often assisted military personnel in coastal patrol and recovery efforts, making it an important support site along the Grand Strand during the war. After WWII, the military abandoned the station and it transitioned into a public fishing pier. Over time, storm damage, including Hurricane Hugo in 1989, destroyed much of the original structure. The site was later rebuilt and incorporated into the MarshWalk area in the early 2000s. (pass by)
- As we continue through Murrells Inlet, you’ll pass Oyster Cove, one of the area’s most exclusive waterfront communities. Known for its “million-dollar homes,” this neighborhood features private docks, sweeping marsh views, and direct access to the tidal creeks of the inlet. It offers a glimpse into Lowcountry waterfront living, where boats are as common as cars and every home overlooks the ever-changing salt marsh. (pass by)
- Cruise past Marlin Quay Marina, a well-known waterfront marina at the southern end of Garden City Beach. Located along the inlet channel where the waters meet the Atlantic, it’s a popular spot for private boats that want coastal access. From the water, you’ll often see vessels coming and going through the inlet jetties as they head offshore or return from a day on the ocean. (pass by)
- Keep an eye along the shoreline and you might spot one of the area’s most unusual landmarks — the so-called “UFO House” in Garden City. Built in 1976, this round, elevated structure looks like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, which is exactly how it earned its nickname. But this home isn’t just for looks — it was actually designed as a hurricane-resistant structure, engineered to withstand extreme coastal storms with its unique shape and elevated design. Surrounded by traditional beach homes, the UFO House quickly became a local curiosity and has since turned into a must-see landmark along the Grand Strand. It’s even survived major hurricanes with little to no damage, proving that its futuristic design was far ahead of its time. Still owned by the original family and used as a vacation home, they usually are only seen around the holidays. And while we might not see the owners too often, locals like to joke that the only regular residents are George, Jane, Judy, and Elroy. (pass by)
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Garden City BeachJoin us as we explore the Garden City Point, a private beach only accessible by boat and residents in the private neighborhood. This beautiful beach faces both the inlet and the Atlantic Ocean. The eastern side of the Point is connected to the North Jetty, allowing vessels in and out of the inlet. Here we will have about 35-40 minutes to walk the beach, explore, shell, and wade in the water if you should choose. Feel free to bring a bag to collect your treasures, a towel if you'd prefer to sit and relax on the beach, and anything else you may want. Shoes, bags, and other items may be left on the boat with the captain if you'd prefer not to bring them with you.
- Sail by Drunken Jack Island, a quiet and undeveloped barrier island surrounded by winding tidal creeks and salt marsh. According to local legend, the island takes its name from a pirate known as Drunken Jack, who was reportedly left behind by his crew after a night of celebration. The story goes that they intended to return for him, but days turned into weeks and weeks into months. When they finally made it back, all that remained was a weathered campsite marked by scattered bones and empty rum bottles — a haunting tale that has become part of Murrells Inlet folklore. (pass by)
- As we continue towards the jetties, you’ll pass Huntington Beach State Park, one of South Carolina’s most important protected coastal preserves. This undeveloped stretch of shoreline features wide, natural beaches, dunes, and maritime forests that remain largely untouched by development, offering a rare glimpse of the Grand Strand as it once was. The park is part of a vital coastal ecosystem that supports a wide variety of wildlife, including shorebirds, sea turtles during nesting season, and frequent dolphin activity just offshore. Its estuaries and salt marshes are also part of the larger Murrells Inlet watershed, one of the most biologically rich tidal systems on the East Coast. Huntington Beach State Park is widely recognized for its conservation efforts and natural beauty, making it a standout landmark along the South Carolina coast and a key example of preserved Lowcountry habitat. (pass by)
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Saltwater Marsh Eco Shelling Tour in Murrells Inlet, SC
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA
$36
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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