Private Sightseeing Boat Tour in Savannah

Overview

Every trip to Savannah should include some time spent on its beautiful waterways. Join us for a unique cruise of the Intracoastal Waterway, Wilmington and Skidaway rivers and Savannah's unique 'Moon River' district. You will see verdant maritime forests, opulent antebellum waterfront homes, victorian river resorts and turn-of-the-century fish-camps. On this private boat tour, you will be joined by a USCG licensed captain and a City of Savannah tour guide who will describe the rich history and topography of the area. Wildlife is abundant and we will be looking along the way for Bald Eagles, Osprey, and Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin.

Itinerary

1. Hogan's Marina

   We will leave from Hogan's Marina and meander down Turner Creek, passing old fish camps and private islands dotted with stunning riverfront homes. As we enter the Wilmington river we will pass the old General Oglethorpe Hotel, built in1926 by famed architects Schultze and Weaver and rumored to have been a mob headquarters during the prohibition years.

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2. Turning into the Skidaway River, we will pass by the Skidaway Island Institute of Oceanography with its impressive research vessels docked on the pier. This property was once owned by Robert Roebling, grandson of John Roebling who built the Brooklyn Bridge.

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3. Skidaway Island State Park

   Further south we will pass beautiful Skidaway Island State Park and arrive at the Isle of Hope, an elegant Victorian watering spa featuring elegant antebellum homes on its famous Bluff Drive. Guests may go ashore here to take refreshment and stretch their legs.

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4. Returning to Hogan's, we will pass by the impressive hundred-year-old Savannah Yacht Club and enjoy views of Thunderbolt village and the Talmadge bridge spanning our beautiful Savannah River.

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Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per boat (up to 6 people).

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 303373P1

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