Water Activities: Tideline Tours Lowcountry Crabbing Excursion
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required, suitable for beginners and all ages
Overview
Join Tideline Tours for an engaging crabbing adventure in South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Experience a hands-on activity that combines education, fun, and stunning coastal scenery—perfect for all ages.
Crabbing Adventure
Try your hand at catching blue crabs! | $55 Adults $45 Children
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About This Adventure
Embark on a unique Lowcountry adventure with a hands-on crabbing experience! Spend two hours on a boat, getting a little dirty while learning about the origins of delicious blue crabs. Enjoy the thrill of catch and release, making it a memorable summer pastime for all ages.
Have you ever wondered where the tasty blue crab comes from?
Rates
• Adults $55 • Children $45 12 years and under Min. 6 people.
Duration
2 hours
About
Do you like getting a bit dirty, working for your dinner, exercising patience, and have a desire for a true Lowcountry Experience? If so let us introduce you to Crabbing. Join us on the boat for a favorite summer pasttime!
This is a catch and release hands on experience.
If you are interested in keeping crabs and having a crab boil please contact us. This is not the standard for this trip, but on rare occasions we are able to accommodate.
Adventure Tips
Wear waterproof boots
Rubber boots are essential for staying dry while handling traps and crabs.
Bring sunscreen and water
Protect yourself from sun exposure and stay hydrated during the activity.
Handle crabs carefully
Use gloves or handle crabs gently to avoid pinches and injuries.
Arrive early
Getting there beforehand ensures a full, unrushed experience on the water.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- Ruddy turnstones
History
Crabbing has been a staple of Lowcountry culture since the early 18th century, supporting local communities and culinary traditions.
Conservation
Tideline Tours emphasizes sustainable crabbing practices, ensuring minimal environmental impact and healthy ecosystems for future generations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof boots
Keeps your feet dry while working with traps and crabs.
summer specific
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from sunburn during outdoor water activities.
summer specific
Hat or cap
Provides shade and helps keep you cool.
summer specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your adventure.
summer specific