Climb aboard the Black Dagger for a 90-minute family pirate cruise from Harbourtown. Kids get costumes, face paint and a hands-on water cannon battle while adults take in the marsh-lined Calibogue Sound.
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The harbour smells of salt and sunscreen as kids queue by the red-and-white Harbourtown Lighthouse, faces already half-painted and eyes wide with mischief. The Black Dagger rocks easy on Calibogue Sound, the water daring small hands to aim the cannons while gulls circle like curious onlookers. Onboard, crewmen issue bandanas and temporary tattoos; the first blast of the horn starts a ninety-minute chase that turns the bay into a playground.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal; suitable for families with young children and all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Harbourtown and Sea Pines grew with recreational boating and resort development along Hilton Head’s tidal creeks, shaping a coastal culture tied to fishing and navigation.
Conservation
Operators and the Sea Pines community work to protect marsh habitat and marine life; visitors are asked not to feed wildlife and to minimize litter and noise.
Reserve your spot on the Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early for Sea Pines Entry
Plan 20–30 extra minutes for parking and the $9 Sea Pines entry fee (cash preferred).
Sun Protection
Bring broad-spectrum sunscreen and a brimmed hat—the boat has shade but kids spend time in the sun.
Use Restroom Before Boarding
There’s no restroom on the boat; use facilities at the marina before departure.
Weather and Cancellation
Trips run in light drizzle but the captain will cancel heavy weather; check updates before heading to the dock.
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during open-water time when shade is limited.
summer
Wide-brim Hat
Protects face and neck from lowcountry sun and wind.
summer
Small Binoculars
Helps spot dolphins, birds and marsh details across the sound.
spring
Cash for Sea Pines Entry
Bring $9 to enter Sea Pines Resort—cash is accepted at the gate.