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Wacca wache marina is home to plantation river tours, a premier murrells inlet boat tour company..

Enjoy the sights and surroundings of the beautiful Waccamaw, Black and Great Pee Dee Rivers aboard the Waccamaw Lady Sightseeing Tour or the Waccamaw Cooter/Gator Bait Airboat Tour, which depart from Wacca Wache Marina.

To make reservations for tours, please call  843-651-2994  or visit  www.plantationrivertours.com

Sightseeing Boat Tour on the Waccamaw Lady

On this 2 to 2-1/2 hour river cruise along the historic Waccamaw River, riders will enjoy a narration on six rice plantations nearby, as well as explore the natural beauty of the area. A local historian will narrate the history, mystery and legends of the rice plantations located along the Waccamaw River.

Boat tours run Tuesday- Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

• $38 plus tax per person ages 13 and up
• $25 plus tax per person for ages 0-12 .
• Reservations are required.
• Private charters are available.

Boat Tour Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, both tours require a minimum number of reservations. To make reservations, please call  843-651-2994  or visit  www.plantationrivertours.com

No, this is strictly a river tour.

Depending on the tide, the tour lasts between 2 – 2 ½ hours long.

Yes, but it must be sealed or in a container.

We ask guests of the tours to park along the seawall.

Yes, the boat is fully covered and ¾ enclosed with windows.

Yes, there is a $3 off coupon in the Monster Coupon Book. Please note, the coupon is only valid per person, not per party, therefore each person in the party will need to have their own coupon.

Waccamaw Nature & Gator Airboat Tours

This hour long airboat tour along the Waccamaw, Black and Pee Dee Rivers will provide riders with close encounters with some of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures. See alligators, ospreys and much more in their natural habitats as you meander through back waters framed by moss-laden oak and cypress trees.

Air Boat Gator Tours run Monday – Saturday

• $48.50 plus tax per person ages 13 and up
• $38.50 plus tax per person for ages 12 & under .
• Minimum of four riders required.

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Come Aboard Waccamaw River Tours - One of the best things to do in Myrtle Beach!!

 With Waccamaw River Tours, you explore by boat the beautiful cypress-lined Waccamaw River and the Intracoastal Waterway. Come with us and explore the back creeks and swamps in search of birds and other wildlife that inhabit these southern waters within the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. The majesty of the moss-lined river is breatht

 With Waccamaw River Tours, you explore by boat the beautiful cypress-lined Waccamaw River and the Intracoastal Waterway. Come with us and explore the back creeks and swamps in search of birds and other wildlife that inhabit these southern waters within the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. The majesty of the moss-lined river is breathtaking and the peacefulness of this natural area is appealing to all. Large osprey nests can be seen along the river and at certain times of the year we are lucky enough to see the babies take their first flights. You may also see herons, egrets, cormorants, ducks, turtles, alligators and much more.

NATURE & WILDLIFE TOUR PRIVATE TOURS OSPREY PHOTOGRAPHY

Nature & Wildlife Boat Tour

Adults $32.95

Children 0-12 $18.95

This is a one and a half-hour narrated Nature & Wildlife boat tour of Myrtle Beach’s beautiful cypress-lined and moss-draped Waccamaw River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the National Wildlife Refuge back creeks and swamps. Learn about the history of these rivers and waterways, t

This is a one and a half-hour narrated Nature & Wildlife boat tour of Myrtle Beach’s beautiful cypress-lined and moss-draped Waccamaw River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the National Wildlife Refuge back creeks and swamps. Learn about the history of these rivers and waterways, the Waccamaw area, and its wildlife along the untouched National Wildlife Refuge. This is a beautiful and peaceful section of the Intracoastal Waterway/Waccamaw River.

You will leave with a new found appreciation for this beautiful, vital ecosystem.

Private Nature & Wildlife Boat Tours

Enjoy a riverboat tour in a private setting by buying out the boat for your own private hour and a half narrated Nature & Wildlife River Boat Tour. We can accommodate 1-6 people in our small boat ($375) or 1-46 people in our large boat. ($995 for 1-30 guests, $20 per guest (for guests 31-46)

PLEASE NOTE: Private tours for 1-6 people are available to book online for the 9 AM time slot daily. If you have a large group or want a different time slot please call us at 843-668-4250. Booking a specific time may require a few days notice, so please book early!

Osprey Photography Tours

Call 843-668-4250 for information and availability.

OUR MISSION

At Waccamaw River Tours, we are a small, locally owned and operated business. We strive to make your experience memorable as well as educational. After the tour if you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to ask. 

"May you enter as our guests, but leave as family!!!"

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Waccamaw River Tours

8496 Enterprise Road, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29588, United States

888-315-9439 or 843-668-4250

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Welcome to beautiful North Myrtle Beach, the crown jewel of the Grand Strand. Popular among families and couples seeking a slightly slower pace, North Myrtle Beach is known for world-class golf, award-winning cuisine, pristine beaches, and exciting watersports.  SEA THUNDER DOLPHIN CRUISEWelcome to beautiful North Myrtle Beach, the crown jewel of the Grand Strand. Popular among families and couples seeking a slightly slower pace, North Myrtle Beach is known for world-class golf, award-winning cuisine, pristine beaches, and exciting watersports. 

Boating, in particular, is a popular draw for adventure seekers, and there’s no shortage of options when it comes to exploring the coastline. 

If you’re looking for the best North Myrtle Beach boat tour—look no further. We’ve got the scoop on the area’s top-rated tours. 

Sea Thunder Dolphin Cruise

Address: 2100 Little River Neck Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Phone:  (843) 280-8400

Website: https://www.myrtlebeachdolphincruises.com/

Variety is the spice of life at Sea Thunder Dolphin Cruise. This innovative watersports company offers a tour that incorporates three unique experiences—a casual narrated cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway, a scenic fast-paced cruise out to the ocean jetty, and then an action-packed hour dolphin sighting. Climb aboard the Sea Thunder or the Sea Screamer for an adventure you won’t soon forget! Each cruise is ~2 hours long and prices start at $18 for kids and $28 for adults (children under 2 are free). 

Tip : Book online for an exclusive discount  

Getaway Boat Adventures

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Address: 714 US-17, Little River, SC 29566

Phone: (843) 663-1100

Website: http://www.myrtlebeachboatcruises.com/

Getaway Boat Adventures live up to their name with a fun and friendly boat tour experience. The trip is ~2 hours in length and begins with a scenic tour along the Intracoastal, followed by a thrilling ride out to the Atlantic ocean and about an hour of dolphin hunting. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the stunning sights and sounds of the North Myrtle Beach coastline. Tour prices start at $14 for kids and $25 for adults (children 3 and under are free). 

Blackbeard’s Pirate Cruise 

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Address: 2200 Little River Neck Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Phone: (843) 231-0088

Website: https://www.myrtlebeachpiratecruise.com/location/

Climb aboard Carolina’s largest pirate ship for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! This exciting, interactive boat tour is perfect for families and groups and is sure to create memories that last a lifetime. The scenic tour cruises the Intracoastal Waterway—the same waters explored by Blackbeard himself. Each tour also includes a pirate mustache, temporary tattoos, treasure map, water cannon battle, and interactive sword fight. Tours start at $10 for toddlers and $25 for children and adults. 

Plantation River Tours

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Address: 1950 Wachesaw Rd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Phone: (843) 651-2994

Website: https://www.plantationrivertours.com/

If scenic coastal views are what you seek, Plantation River Tours delivers that and so much more. Located at Wacca Wache Marina, rest assured that the 45-minute trek south is well worth the effort. Choose your own adventure with a plantation river tour, an airboat tour, or a scenic sunset cruise. Each experience offers a first-hand look at the natural beauty of the South Carolina Lowcountry via the historic Waccamaw River. Rates vary per cruise but average around $35 per person. 

Island Time Cruises

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Address: 141 Fantasy Harbour Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

Phone: (843) 902-9408

Website: https://islandtime-cruises.com/

Cruise the coastline in style by booking a spot on Island Time Cruises. This high-end, luxury cruise company offers three unique tour experiences: Captain’s Dinner Cruise (which includes a full dinner), Myrtle Beach Sightseeing Cruise, and Myrtle Beach Sunset Cruise. Climb aboard the expansive yacht and make yourself right at home with a spot inside the air conditioned interior or on the open-air rooftop deck. Pricing ranges from $29 – $49 per person depending on the experience you choose, and cruises last 1.5 – 2 hours. 

Glass Bottom Kayak Tours

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Phone: (843) 333-6420

Website: https://myrtlebeachkayaktours.com/

Enjoy a hands-on tour experience unlike anything else with Glass Bottom Kayak Tours. As the name suggests, this locally owned and operated tour guide specializes in tours via glass bottom kayaks. Yes—the boat bottoms really are glass! They are 100% safe and an incredible way to “see the sea”. Glass Bottom offers several boat tour experiences for guests of any age—though the Cherry Grove Salt Marsh Tour is our personal favorite. Rates range from $25 – $35 per person. 

Myrtle Beach Watersports 

Address: 2100 Sea Mountain Hwy, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Phone: (843) 280-7777

Website: https://www.myrtlebeachwatersports.com/

Locally owned and operated, Myrtle Beach Watersports has served the Myrtle Beach area for over 25 years. They currently offer three locations—Conway, Myrtle Beach, and North Myrtle Beach, which boasts the best dolphin tour in town! The dolphin tours here are done via jet ski, which allows you to get up close and personal with friendly dolphins in their natural habitat. This one isn’t *technically* a boat tour, but we felt the experience was so unique that it was worth mentioning! 

A relaxing boat ride is a perfect way to top off your North Myrtle Beach getaway. 

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing pontoon boat cruise for a dolphin watch or a historic riverboat tour that explores the beautiful lowcountry—you’re sure to find a fun and affordable adventure for the whole family. 

Check out our full North Myrtle Beach blog for more vacation inspiration—and check out our specials page to snag the best seasonal rates on a vacation rental. We proudly offer everything from golf condos at Barefoot Landing to oceanfront resort condos—and so much more! 

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Plantation River Tours & Airboat Tours – Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

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From Wacca Wache Marina in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Plantation River Tours offers scenic boat tours and airboat tours. Travel through old plantations along the state’s lovely Lowcountry rivers.

The South Carolina Lowcountry is home to numerous old plantation homes, rice fields, slave quarters, and other remnants of the state’s antebellum past. However, the majority were built on the water and are only accessible by boat.

Access to a forgotten time and place is provided by the waterways that encircle the Waccamaw Neck area of Murrells Inlet.

You’ll witness alligators, eagles, osprey, oak trees covered in moss, rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cottages, transit yachts on the Intercoastal Waterway, and more on your trip!

Your captain and tour guide Dale Prox is a local historian with a wealth of information about the area. He will give you details about the history, mystery, and mythology of the Rice Plantations.

You’ll have an incredible experience traveling around the Waccamaw, Black, and Pee Dee Rivers with Waccamaw Airboat Tours! In canals where no other boat could carry you, you’ll come face to face with amazing animals like alligators and osprey.

You can even choose a romantic hour-long sunset cruise along the Waccamaw River. It is both relaxing and beautiful!

Whether you choose a river tour of historic plantation homes or a backwater excursion no other tour can deliver. You’ll discover a side of the South Carolina Lowcountry that many never experience.

1950 Wachesaw Road Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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The Waccamaw Cooter - Airboat Tours

The airboat tour was very nice. The captain was very informative about the river, wildlife and the general area. We saw several baby alligators and of course mom was there watching over them. Lots of turtles and hermit crabs that look like large, fast bugs scurrying away as the boat went by. I would definitely recommend taking the airboat tour. The address is 1950 Wachesaw Road, Murrells Inlet, SC

My daughter and I spent ten days in Myrtle Beach this July. We did a lot of great things, but our favorite by far was the Waccamaw River Tour. It was a delight meeting Captain Rick and Kim, two wonderful people who obviously love the river and the Waterway. Captain Rick's pontoon boat is well-kept and agile. We saw many big birds and even had the pleasure to see a 14 foot alligator. Captain Rick and Kim are extremely knowledgeable, and during the tour they seemed as excited to see the wildlife as the rest of us were. My daughter and I wish we could have spent the whole day with these two great people. Do your family a favor next time you're in Myrtle Beach: Take this tour! Thanks again Rick and Kim!!

It is a joy for us to share our love of nature with our guests. We appreciate your review and look forward to seeing you again! Regards from the river.

Capt. Rick & helper ladies were very friendly & knowledgeable about the area & wildlife. Boat was safe & clean & mostly covered by a nice shaded canopy. If you like high-speed/action adventure tours this is not for you. A lovely, relaxing calm cruise. Nice for families like ours with young children. We only saw a few osprey & turtles during our cruise but still a very nice experience. Cold water avail onboard for $2 which was really nice since it was really hot the day of our cruise.

We're happy to hear you enjoyed the Waccamaw River Tour. It is a very relaxing and informative tour for young and old alike. The wildlife changes with the seasons, so next time you visit us, try a different time of year! Thank you for your review! Regards from the river!

This was the one event in my vacation where I didn't feel like I was being skinned. The fee and refreshments offered for sale were surprisingly reasonable. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The boat ride itself was relaxing and entertaining. The scenery was beautiful and we saw alligators, turtles, ospreys and herons. I plan on going again on my next visit to the area.

We enjoy sharing the natural beauty of the Waccamaw River with our guests! We are pleased to hear your positive feedback. Looking forward to your next visit! Regards from the river.

We visited a few days ago and had a great time. Here are my pros and cons: Cons: - no guarantee you'll see much wildlife, although we did see a few osprey and turtles - not allowed to take your own food and there aren't really healthy options in the gift shop Pros: - they make it interesting and informative even when you're not finding tons of animals - very peaceful way to explore the rivers; no boat traffic at all and quiet - even with a completely full boat there is plenty of room to move and see everything - very friendly staff who obviously really enjoy what they do

We enjoy sharing our love of nature and the Waccamaw River with our guests. We get real excited when mother nature offers us opportunities to experience the sight of wildlife in their natural habitat, such as alligators, turtles, osprey, blue and green heron and egrets! However, it is nature, so we don't always get lucky. Thank you for your review. We're glad you had a good time. Regards from the river!

We had a great time on our tour. We saw lots of turtles, an Osprey and a juvenile osprey, a green heron and a great blue heron. Our captain gave lots of great facts about the waterway, the wildlife and other history. Great tour!!

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the Waccamaw River Tour! We love being out on the water and showing our guests the beauty that mother nature provides in the form of birds, turtles, alligators and the cypress trees. Thank you for your review. We look forward to seeing you again! Regards from the river.

Waccamaw Lady Plantation River Tours

1950 Wachesaw Road, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576    843-446-5826

Description About Waccamaw Lady Plantation River Tours

Plantation River Tours departs from Wacca Wache Marina in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, and takes its guests on scenic boat tours along historic plantations of South Carolina’s beautiful Lowcountry rivers. On your tour, you will see rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cabins, moss-laden oak trees, alligators, eagles, and osprey, and you will see transit yachts on the Intracoastal Waterway!

The tour will be narrated by a local historian who will educate you on the Rice Plantations’ history, mystery, and legends. The Plantation River Tour is on a 60-foot Pontoon Boat named the Waccamaw Lady, which features shaded seating and clean restrooms on board. The Waccamaw Lady is also handicapped accessible.  The Plantation River Tour costs $35 for adults, $25 for kids ages 6 to 12, and the tour is free for children 5 and under!

Plantation River Tours also offers an Airboat Tour! Waccamaw Cooter Airboat Tours takes you along the Waccamaw, Black, and Pee Dee Rivers for an unforgettable experience. You’ll find yourself up close to beautiful creatures like alligators and osprey and in canals where no other boat could take you.

Private Charters are also available upon request.

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Waccamaw River & Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge Boat Tours

See also: – Kayak tours of the Waccamaw River – Jet ski tours in the Myrtle Beach area – Kayak and paddleboard rentals – Myrtle Beach’s annual festival calendar

! Prices, availability and other details subject to change. Please check all information directly with the tour company before making reservations.

Waccamaw River Boat Tours From Conway

– Sightseeing Cruise, with Captain Jim’s Scenic River Tours 1hr30. 10 people max. Morning and afternoon tours available. Adults $15, children (3-12) $10, young children (0-2) free. 30-minute cruises in conjunction with Conway events also available, $5 per person. Narrated boat tour (some shade) of the Waccamaw River, out of Conway Marina. Call 843-246-1495. Visit website

– Pontoon Boat Tour, with Waccamaw Outfitters Pontoon boat tour of the Waccamaw River out of Conway Marina. Call 843-488-3121 or email for information. Visit website

– Theme Cruise, with Captain Jim’s Scenic River Tours 10 people max. Specialty boat tour (some shade) for New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, July 4th, Halloween, Veterans Day and the holiday season, out of Conway Marina. Call 843-246-1495 for information. Visit website

– Wine and Cheese Cruise, with Captain Jim’s Scenic River Tours 10 people max. Private evening boat tour (some shade) of the Waccamaw River, out of Conway Marina. Cheese and snacks provided, bring your own alcoholic drinks. Call 843-246-1495 for information. Visit website

Waccamaw River Boat Tours From Myrtle Beach (Near Socastee)

– Nature & Wildlife River Tour, with Waccamaw River Tours 1hr30. 49 people max. Monday-Saturday in season, Tuesday-Saturday out of season. Adults $22.95, children (12 and under) $14.95. Narrated sightseeing boat tour (shaded) of Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge. Call 888-315-9439 or book online. Visit website

– Osprey Photography Boat Tour, with Waccamaw River Tours 1hr30. 12 people max. Selected mornings, March-June. $24.95 per person. Specialty boat tour (shaded) of the Waccamaw River and Intracoastal Waterway in the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, focused on seeing and photographing nesting osprey. Call 888-315-9439 or book online. Visit website

– Private Nature & Wildlife River Tour, with Waccamaw River Tours 1hr30. 6 people max. $185. Private narrated nature-oriented boat tour (shaded) of Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge. Call 843-668-4250. Visit website

Waccamaw River Boat Tours From Murrells Inlet

– Waccamaw Lady Plantation River Tour, with Plantation River Tours 2hrs-2hrs30. Tuesday-Saturday mornings. Adults $35, children (6-12) $20, young children (0-5) free. Boat tour (shaded) of the wildlife and rice plantations of the Waccamaw River, from Wacca Wache Landing. Call 843-651-2994 or book online. Visit website

– Waccamaw Airboat Tours, with Plantation River Tours 1hr. Ages 5+ only. 12 people max. Monday-Saturday in season, several departures each day. Adults $45, children (5-12) $35. Nature-seeing airboat tour (unshaded) of the Waccamaw, Black and Pee Dee Rivers, from Wacca Wache Landing. Call 843-651-2994 or book online. Visit website

– Sunset Cruise Aboard the Waccamaw Lady, with Plantation River Tours 1hr15-1hr30. Adults $30, children (6-12) $20, young children (0-5) free. Sunset boat tour of the Waccamaw River from Wacca Wache Landing. Call 843-651-2994. Visit website

From Pawleys Island

– Sandy Island Tour, with Captain Steve’s River Tours 1hr30. Boat tour of Sandy Island. Call 304-389-4188 for information. Visit website

– Waccamaw River Plantation Tour, with Captain Steve’s River Tours 2hrs30. Boat tour of the rice plantations of the lower Waccamaw River, plus Sandy Island. Call 304-389-4188 for information. Visit website

– Sunset Cruise, with Captain Steve’s River Tours 6 people max. BYOB sunset boat tour out of the Reserve Harbor Yacht Club at Pawleys Island. Call 304-389-4188 for information. Visit website

Waccamaw River Boat Tours From Near North Myrtle Beach (Upper Waccamaw)

– Pontoon River Adventure, with River Island Adventures 1hr30. 6 people max. Daily, year-round. $35 per person. Pontoon boat tour of the Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve, near North Myrtle Beach, with brief optional landing on a private river island. Call 843-882-7487 or book online. Visit website

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50 min tour

2-3 hour visit

Zip through the world-famous twisting mangrove tunnels of Everglades City as your captain amazes you with knowledge of Everglades plants, animals, and history. Watch out for alligators—they may have their eyes on you! Then check out the Everglades City Boardwalk, Animal Sanctuary, and alligator show, all included with your tour.

5 Attractions Included with All Our Tours

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• On a 50-minute Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour (the tour you're looking at now), you'll zip through Everglades City's twisting mangrove tunnels, world-famous waterways shared by multiple tour companies. Boats seat a maximum of 6 guests.
• Add a 30-minute Grassland Airboat Tour to explore an exclusive mangrove and grassland preserve under wide-open sky. Boats seat about 15 guests.
• Add a 30-minute Swamp Buggy Tour to explore exclusive grasslands and cypress forests from a raised buggy, which seats about 20 guests.
• For the shortest wait, we'll seat you on the first available airboats, which may have 6 or 10 seats.
• We try to keep groups together, but we may split your group onto multiple airboats.
• Other people may be seated with you.
• Infants must be assigned a seat, even if they sit on your lap.
• A Private Mangrove Tunnel Airboat Tour ensures your party gets an entire airboat to yourself to see Everglades City's famous mangrove tunnels.
• On all other airboat tours, you might be seated with other guests, or be split onto multiple airboats if there aren't enough seats on one airboat.

Guests Love Us!

“There is something about flying down narrow alleys of mangrove trees that is just a rush. I could never get tired of it. The guides always give more than just a ride. You learn so much about the Everglades and the total ecosystem that it is. We most certainly will be back!

—C. from Florida

“The mangrove tour was so much fun! We saw a family of dolphins swimming along the boat, several alligators, and a few fish jumping out of the water. Riding through the mangroves was beautiful and a fun way to see the Everglades. I would recommend to anyone.”

—J. from Massachusetts

“We really enjoyed seeing the alligators. The captain of the airboat gave a lot of information about the Everglades and habitat. The addition of the two-way headsets let us all communicate during the tour. This was really a highlight of having friends down visiting us new Florida residents. Plan to bring other guests."

—K. from Florida

“We did the combo package and it was amazing! Great way to experience all 3 ways to 'see' the Everglades! Would highly recommend. All the captains for each segment were fantastic! Had a great time!"

—J.T.

Why Choose Captain Jack’s?

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Don't use Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services. They can't pick you up when you're done!

• Yes, all ages are welcome on all our tours.
• Any passengers aged 17 or younger must be accompanied by at least one passenger who is aged 18 or older.
• Coast Guard regulations require everyone, even infants on your lap, to buy a seat.
• Consider bringing sunblock, bug spray, and comfortable shoes and clothes.
• You might get a little wet from small splashes and spray.
• If rain is forecasted, we recommend bringing a poncho.
• Many guests see wild alligators, birds, and other wildlife on their airboat and buggy tours, but Mother Nature makes no guarantees, so neither can we.
• You will definitely see alligators and other rescued animals in our Animal Sanctuary , an attraction included with all our tours.
• Our tours run rain or shine, except when there's a thunderstorm.
• We don't refund bookings if you cancel too close to a tour's departure time (check the policy when booking).
• Sometimes we need to delay due to thunderstorms or other unforeseen circumstances. We'll do our best to reschedule or issue a refund.
• Our airboat docks are handicap accessible, but wheelchairs can’t be loaded onto our airboats.
• If anyone in your party is using a wheelchair, please be sure they can move from the wheelchair onto the airboat.
• For everyone's safety, pets and service animals are not allowed in the Animal Sanctuary , near the boat launch, on airboats, or on swamp buggies.
• Service animals are allowed only in the gift shop, restrooms, and picnic areas.

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General Questions

Q: Do you get off the boat? A: No

Q: How long is the tour? A: Depending on the tide, the river tour lasts between 2 – 2 ½ hours long. The airboat ride is 45min to 1 hour long.

Q: Can we bring our own food and drink? A: Yes, but it must be sealed or in a small cooler. There are no concessions on the boat.

Q: Does the tour go rain or shine? A: Yes- as long as it is only a summer shower. In the event of a thunderstorm we will rescheduele or cancel and refund.

Q: Where do I park? A: As you approach Wacca Wache Marina, parking is along the right hand side. You will see signs that say PARKING FOR MARINA TENANTS- you are welcome to park here for your tour.

Q: If I have to cancel, do I get a refund? A: We require a 24 hour cancellation notice. If you cancel less than 24 hours, or do not show up and the boat goes out, your card will be charged for the number of reservations being held.

Q: Is the boat covered? A: Yes, the boat is fully covered and ¾ enclosed with windows that slide open.

Q: Are there bathrooms on the boat? A: Yes.

Q: What should I wear?

A: Just dress comfortably. Flip flops and sandals are fine too.

Plantation River Tours offers scenic boat tours along historic plantations of South Carolina's beautiful Lowcountry rivers. Departing from Wacca Wache Marina in Murrells Inlet, SC you'll see rice plantations, trunk gates, slave cabins, moss-laden oak trees, alligators, eagles and osprey. You will also see transit yachts on the Intracoastal Waterway. Your narrator will be a local historian and will educate you on the history, mystery and legends of the Rice Plantations. So sit back, relax and enjoy the cruise!

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Plantation River Tours Wacca Wache Marina 1950 Wachesaw Road Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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