Explore Georgia’s Hidden Fossil Treasure: Private Sharktooth Island Excursion
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended due to walking on uneven, sandy, and muddy terrain during tidal changes.
Overview
Discover ancient fossils and prehistoric shark teeth on a unique 3-hour guided adventure at Georgia’s Sharktooth Island. Accessible only at low tide, this excursion offers a hands-on journey into the coastal past of Savannah.
Private Sharktooth Island Excursion
3 Hours • Low tide fossil hunting • Most Popular!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour adventure to Sharktooth Island, accessible only at low tide. Guided by local experts, you'll search for ancient fossils and unique shells while exploring the rich history of prehistoric creatures. Get ready to get wet, sandy, and muddy as you uncover treasures from millions of years ago!
Duration
3 Hours
About
Sharktooth Island is only available to visit at low tide, so this trip leaves at different times each day depending on the tide. The island is located in the Savannah River a short boat trip through the beautiful Marshlands of Coastal Georgia. This 3 hour excursion is led by local captain guides who will educate you on how to best search for fossils and comb the shore for shells and other treasures. Guest must be capable of climbing off the bow of our open vessel onto the shoreline in water ankle to knee-deep. On this outing you will get WET, SANDY and maybe… MUDDY if you’re lucky! Please dress appropriately!
Explore History
As our planet has aged, the water levels have risen and fallen many times, creating huge inland seas as well as changing the location of the coastline. Many species like the Miohippus or three-toed horse inhabited most of North America some 25-32 million years ago during the Oligocene. Another unusual fossil found belongs to the Camel family, the Camelops. The ancient camels were the forerunners of those of today, dating back to the late Pliocene to the end of Pleistocene, or from about 44 million years ago to about 10,000 years ago. From Mammoths to Megalodons, every trip to Shark Tooth Island is a discovery to the past.
Adventure Tips
Check Tide Schedules
Plan your trip around low tide to ensure access to Sharktooth Island during the excursion.
Wear Water-Resistant Footwear
Expect to get wet and muddy while exploring the tidal sandbar; sturdy shoes will keep you comfortable.
Bring Sun Protection
Open coastal areas mean strong sun exposure—wear sunscreen and a hat to avoid sunburn.
Pack Light but Prepare
Carry only essentials like water and a small bag for fossils, as you’ll be moving across uneven, sandy terrain.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Ospreys hunting over the tidal flats.
- Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes in surrounding marshy vegetation.
History
The Georgia coast holds rich fossil beds from the Miocene Epoch, with Sharktooth Island preserving chunks of that prehistoric marine life.
Conservation
Guides emphasize ‘leave no trace’ practices to protect fragile fossil beds and minimize human impact on the vital tidal ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof Hiking Shoes
Protect your feet from mud and tidal pools while providing traction on wet sand.
summer specific
Sun Hat
Shields your face and neck from intense sun exposure during the open tide flats.
summer specific
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the 3-hour excursion under the sun.
Small Fossil Collection Bag
Carry your discovered shark teeth and fossils safely without hassle.