Salt Water Marsh Eco Tour

Discover Local Wildlife on Our Myrtle Beach Eco Tour

Get up close and personal with the unique and diverse animal life of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Explore local sandy beaches and search for hidden treasures and shells alongside an expert guide!

Connect with the unique beauty of Myrtle Beach, SC, on an eco cruise like no other! At Visit Murrells Inlet, we’re passionate about sharing our love of South Carolina’s most iconic coastal lands with locals and visitors alike. Our Salt Water Marsh Eco Tour is a relaxing and engaging two-hour cruise through Murrells Inlet, perfect for any nature lover, birder, or family looking to get closer to nature together. 

What to Expect on Our Top-Rated Eco Tour in Murrells Inlet, SC

Escape the busy shoreline and embark on the journey of a lifetime! During this 2-hour saltwater marsh eco cruise, you can expect an exciting and comfortable tour on our highly-rated cruise vessel, The Explorer. Each tour is accompanied by a certified local naturalist who will share interesting facts about the local ecosystem and diverse wildlife. 

This eco cruise is an immersive, educational experience. During the tour, our naturalist will pull a sample dredge from the bottom of the creek for all to observe in our onboard touch tanks. Keep an eye out for local crabs and other interesting wildlife lurking on the ocean floor!

Guests will also get to enjoy a walkabout on a local hidden beach, where you and your family can disembark and search for local shells and artifacts. 

Please check our calendar for available cruise departures and plan on arriving 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Our address is 4079 U.S. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, South Carolina 29576. We look forward to sharing the wonders of Murrells Inlet with you aboard our popular eco cruise tour!

Amazing Wildlife and Bird Watching in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Did you know that Murrells Inlet, SC, is famous for its diverse bird population and incredible biodiversity? The rich coastal ecosystem is the perfect environment for a wide array of plant life, birds, mammals, and aquatic animals. Keep your eyes on the skies and on the marsh for majestic great blue herons, brown pelicans, ospreys, egrets, and skimmers. The South Carolina Grand Strand also boasts several migratory bird species, including warblers and terns. You may even see a stunning bald eagle soaring in the sky above!

The waters of the estuary are also home to incredible marine life, including Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, various species of fish, and even stingrays! Our family-friendly eco tour is the perfect setting to learn more about the area’s ecology and wildlife. Book your saltwater marsh eco tour in Murrells Inlet today!

Best Kid Friendly Eco Tours in Murrells Inlet

Our eco tour in Myrtle Beach is the perfect way to ignite curiosity about the environment in nature lovers of all ages! Kids and grownups alike will love spotting unique bird species, playful dolphins, stingrays, and other wildlife. The marsh provides a relaxing and tranquil environment, perfect for families and couples looking to spend some quality time together. Reserve your spot on our kid-friendly eco cruise!

Why Choose Us for a Saltwater Marsh Eco Tour in Myrtle Beach, SC

Amazing Naturalist Guides

At Visit Murrells Inlet, we are committed to coastal conservation and protecting our local wildlife! That’s why each eco tour is led by an expert naturalist with tons of experience surveying the area. Our team is highly-trained to spot and identify the many bird species, fish, marine animals, and other wildlife throughout the estuary. We can’t wait to share our knowledge of the South Carolina coastline with you and your family! 

Relaxing and Educational Cruises

Explore Murrells Inlet aboard the most comfortable cruise vessel around! Our 54’ cruise ship, The Explorer, provides a safe and relaxing environment for any adventure. The vessel is equipped with plenty of indoor seating as well as a spacious outdoor deck for viewing incredible wildlife. There is also a boat bathroom and an onboard canteen for snacks and refreshments. 

Unbeatable Wildlife Sightings and More

With Visit Murrells Inlet, you get to experience the Grand Strand up close and personal! Our eco tour of Murrells Inlet is the ideal way to see amazing wildlife, including unique birds, alligators, stingrays, river otters, and dolphins. Each eco tour also includes an on-board dredging demonstration and a stop along one of the inlet’s treasured sandy beaches to search for seashells! 

Book Your Murrells Inlet Eco Cruise Today

Hop aboard The Explorer and experience the unique natural world of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina! We can’t wait to share our beautiful estuary with you. Call us at (843) 357-9999
or email [email protected] today!