Nature Tours

Nature Tours

The Fripp Island Resort offers several nature tours to help you discover all the wonders of Fripp Island. From crabbing and canoeing, to gator and turtle walks, you'll be amazed at the abundance of wildlife on Fripp and the sights to see. Bring the family and get ready for adventure.

Tours start at the Activity Center, unless otherwise noted. Nature Tours vary by season and many are weather permitting. Learn more about upcoming activities from Fripp Island Resort.

Please contact the Activity Center for scheduling and availability. ☏ 843-838-1516

Two people kayaking on a calm lake at sunset, enjoying the outdoors near a scenic Fripp Island vacation rental.

Morning Marsh Kayaking

You can enjoy kayaking with a friend in a tandem kayak or paddle solo in a single kayak. Exploring the marsh by kayak is the ultimate adventure at Fripp, offering opportunitie...

A person holding a small alligator on Fripp Island, with another person standing in the background.

Gatorology

Learn about these incredible creatures with exclusive access to viewing areas and a meet and greet.

Starry night sky over a dark forest, with trees reflected in a calm pond—like peaceful nights on Fripp Island.

Discovery After Dark

Expect to learn about nocturnal animals, stars, and more during this brand-new nature program!

Six small shorebirds stand near the water's edge on a lowcountry beach with gentle waves in the background.

Birding

All experience level of birders are invited to join our naturalists on this guided birding tour.

Three turtles swim in clear water, one with its head above the surface—perfect for a family vacation memory.

Husbandry Helper

Assist nature center staff with routine animal care and learn about different species care requirements.

Children lying on a dock using nets to reach into the water, perfect for a Fripp Island vacation rental.

Dock Discovery

Have the kids join Resort naturalists on the floating docks at the Fripp Island Marina to discover the wonderfully weird organisms of the world below.

A blue-roofed tour boat cruises on a calm river under a clear, sunny sky near Fripp Island.

Nature Cruise

Tour the tidal creeks and island around Fripp with the Resort's naturalists aboard the Fripper II.

Kayaking on a calm lake at sunset, vibrant orange and purple sky reflected—classic Lowcountry beauty.

Sunset Marsh Kayaking

Kayaking through the marsh is the ultimate Fripp adventure with the chance to see dolphins, terrapins, birds, and more!

Close-up of a turtle with patterned skin, gazing at the camera—perfect for a South Carolina vacation moment.

Meet the Animals

Meet the Nature Center animal ambassadors every day at 12 pm and learn about the different local species in person! This is not a program to touch the animals.

A pileated woodpecker with a red crest perched on a tree branch in the serene Lowcountry.

Wednesday Woodpecker Walk

Are you an avid birder? New to the hobby? All birders, experienced or not, are invited to join the naturalists on a guided woodpecker walk!

A wooden boardwalk curves through tall marsh grasses beneath a clear blue sky on a Lowcountry beach vacation.

Marsh Walk

Join the Resort's naturalists for an adventure through Fripp’s saltmarsh! This walk will bring you into the world of fiddler crabs, pluff mud, oysters, and more!

A teacher shows children leaves on a tree during an outdoor lowcountry lesson on Fripp Island.

Science Experiment Sunday

Join in for Science Experiment Sundays where kids are asked questions, test hypotheses, and carry out experiments!

Two fishing rods in sand on a beach with ocean waves, footprints, and a clear sky—perfect for a Lowcountry beach vacation.

Beach Fishing

Always wanted to learn how to fish? Been fishing your whole life but don't want the hassle of prepping equipment and bait? Join the new Beach Fishing program.

A blue crab with a brownish shell walks underwater on the sandy floor near Fripp Island.

Crabbing

Curious about how to set a crab pot? Ever wanted an up close look at a blue crab or the small fish in the waves at the beach?

Large trees with sprawling branches and green leaves create dappled sunlight in this serene Lowcountry woodland.

Maritime Forest Interpretive Walk at Camelot Farms

Join the head naturalist for an interpretive walk through the Camelot Farms maritime forest located on St. Helena Island. Discover and discuss native plants, birds, and more.