The South Carolina Lowcountry offers a front-row seat to the fascinating behaviors of our resident and migrating Bottlenose dolphins. As their food sources shift, so does their location; from mid-July through early fall, resident dolphins move into small creeks to feed on schooling baitfish, while they spend more time in inlets and the open ocean from fall through spring.

A highlight of the local population is "strand feeding," a unique technique found exclusively in this region. This unique fishing behavior involves dolphins corralling baitfish at low tide and pushing them onto mud banks in front of them to feed. It is a skill passed down through generations, and the scene is often made even more dramatic by sea and wading birds joining the frenzy.

Our dolphin population flourishes from spring through fall, and this is a peak time to witness calves learning the skills they need for independence. On our backwater tours, we dedicate time to following these groups through the waterways during the low-tide cycle. The dolphins have become accustomed to our presence, allowing for remarkable observation and photography opportunities. In close-up images, you can even see the distinct scarring on individual dolphins, a testament to their life in the wild.

Dolphins are our target for these outings & birds are always our focus, I look forward to sharing this unforgettable wonder of nature with you.