Bike Riding: There is no better way to get around the Island than on bike. Bring your own or get a rental and explore to your hearts content. There are over 100 bike trails to ride and you will find a trail to get you almost everywhere on Hilton Head Island.

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Golf: No matter where you stay on Hilton Head, there is a Golf Course for you. If you want to play one of the courses in one of the gated communities, you can book a tee time and share it with the guard and they will allow you in. Palmetto Dunes has three golf courses designed by some amazing names in the game, including Robert Trent Jones Sr., George Fazio, and Arthur Hills. Sea Pines is home to the famous Harbour Town Golf Links and there are plenty of others on Hilton Head and just off the island in Bluffton.

Tennis/Pickleball: For tennis and pickleball enthusiasts, Hilton Head is a dream come true. The island offers several top-notch facilities, including the renowned Van Der Meer Tennis Center and Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting, Hilton Head’s well-maintained courts are ready for you. What’s more, many centers offer professional coaching, ensuring that you can take your game to the next level with confidence.

Pickleball has also taken off here (as it has everywhere). There are plenty of courts at different locations around the island. There are even organized events that are set up for all skill levels and are fun to participate in.

Dolphin Watching and Tours: One of our highlights when visiting Hilton Head is looking for dolphin. There’s something incredibly special about seeing dolphins in their natural habitat. Many times, we rent kayaks and explore the waters around Hilton Head in search of wildlife. Every time we go out and explore, we find dolphins in the creeks, sounding and heading out to sea.

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If you want some guidance, there are also plenty of boat excursions to take you out into the calm waters around the island, where dolphins are frequently spotted. Whether you choose a guided kayak tour or a relaxing sunset cruise, you’ll likely see dolphins leaping and playing nearby. Many tours are led by knowledgeable guides who share fascinating insights about dolphin behavior and the local ecosystem. It’s an unforgettable experience that brings you up close to nature and creates lasting memories.

Kayak Rentals and Tours:

Kayaking in Hilton Head lets you see the Island from a different perspective. There are multiple locations to kayak, and each one has unique views filled with wildlife and adventure. Many of the locations have calm waterways, and you can paddle through the marshland areas with ease. This makes it a perfect spot for both beginners and experienced paddlers.

Take a look at the Kayak Tours available in Hilton Head.

There are plenty of places to rent a kayak for a couple of hours to explore on your own, or, if you prefer a more guided experience, there are kayak tours led by experienced guides who know the best spots to explore. Tours will take you through peaceful creeks and sounds, where you can get up close to the wildlife, including herons and egrets, and many times you will even see dolphins. I don’t think there has ever been a time where we have gone kayaking in Hilton Head and not see dolphin nearby.

Paddleboard Rentals and Tours:

If you’re looking to mix adventure with relaxation, Paddleboarding in Hilton Head is a great way to explore the water. The gentle waters in the sound and creeks are ideal for anyone new at the sport or if you have been doing it for years. Paddleboarding gives you a versatility that you don’t get with Kayaking and allows you to see your surrounding from a standing up or sitting down position. Most of the water sport rental shops offer high-quality Paddleboards, and they’ll set you up with everything you need for a fun day out on the water. If you would prefer a guided experience, there are plenty of tours available.

Check out the Paddleboard options as well as other great Water Sports.

Each tour is led by a knowledgeable guide who take you through creeks and along the coastline, where you might spot dolphins, sea turtles, and a variety of bird species.

Other fun water sports and tours:

It’s the end of the day and play time is coming to an end, a great way to unwind and still soak in the beauty of Hilton Head would be to book a sunset cruise. Each cruise is unique but all offer stunning views of the sun setting over the water. Most of the time, you get the added bonus of spotting dolphins playing nearby.

If fishing is your passion, Hilton Head is great place to cast your cares and your time into the water to reel in your amazing catch. Fishing can be done from many locations around the island but for a real adventure, you can charter a fishing boat for deep-sea fishing. Guides on these fishing excursions are very familiar with the area and will guide you to the perfect location to get the best fishing available.

Looking for that thrill on the water? Rent a Sea-Doo for a high-speed might be just what you were looking for. Throttle up and zip around Hilton Head’s coastline on a jet ski is an exhilarating event. Another fun adventure to thrill-seekers is parasailing from the back of one of the boats in the area.

Check out all of the water sports activities in Hilton Head.

Hilton Head Island is known for it beauty but having so many water sports, it offers endless opportunities for fun and adventure on the water.