HILTON HEAD ISLAND BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Board the Tammy Jane at Sunset: A Low‑Country Shrimping Expedition on Hilton Head
A hands‑on, 2‑hour sunset shrimp trawling trip aboard the Tammy Jane that teaches salt‑marsh ecology and can leave you with fresh Carolina shrimp to take home.
Board the Tammy Jane at Sunset: A Low‑Country Shrimping Expedition on Hilton Head.
Join the crew aboard the Tammy Jane for a two‑hour sunset shrimping adventure that pairs practical seamanship with an up‑close lesson in the salt‑marsh food web. Expect a paced, educational outing—netting small marine life, learning how a working shrimp boat operates, and, if the nets cooperate, walking away with freshly caught Carolina shrimp packaged by the crew.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Step Aboard a Working Shrimp Boat
This is not a replica: you board a fully functional shrimp boat and watch the routines that take wild‑caught Carolina shrimp from net to table. The crew talks through the gear and processes as the Tammy Jane runs its nets at sunset.
Watch the Nets, Meet the Marsh
As the nets come aboard you’ll see the local marine life that shares the salt marsh—crew members demonstrate sorting techniques and explain how interconnected ecosystems support the shrimp fishery.
Take Home Fresh Carolina Shrimp (When the Seas Allow)
When shrimp are caught, the day’s haul is divided among guests and the crew packages portions on ice so you can bring home never‑frozen Carolina shrimp to cook yourself—though shrimp are not guaranteed on every trip.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The pace is deliberate and hands‑on: a short briefing, slip the lines from the dock, ride the Tammy Jane to trawling grounds at sunset, haul the nets, and gather around the sorting table as the crew identifies catches and divides any shrimp among guests. It’s an intimate, educational slice of Low‑Country maritime life.
THE BOAT
Step Aboard a Working Shrimp Boat
This is not a replica: you board a fully functional shrimp boat and watch the routines that take wild‑caught Carolina shrimp from net to table. The crew talks through the gear and processes as the Tammy Jane runs its nets at sunset.
THE SCIENCE
Watch the Nets, Meet the Marsh
As the nets come aboard you’ll see the local marine life that shares the salt marsh—crew members demonstrate sorting techniques and explain how interconnected ecosystems support the shrimp fishery.
THE CATCH
Take Home Fresh Carolina Shrimp (When the Seas Allow)
When shrimp are caught, the day’s haul is divided among guests and the crew packages portions on ice so you can bring home never‑frozen Carolina shrimp to cook yourself—though shrimp are not guaranteed on every trip.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a 2‑hour expedition at sunset.
Meet at 149 Lighthouse Rd., Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 for boarding.
Closed‑toed shoes and comfortable clothing are recommended; coolers are not allowed—if shrimp are shared, the crew will bag and ice portions for guests.
There is a small canopy for shade and a small restroom aboard the Tammy Jane.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What should we wear aboard the Shrimping Expedition?
Closed‑toed shoes and comfortable clothing are recommended.
Is there a shaded area aboard the Tammy Jane?
Yes; there is a small canopy for shade aboard the Tammy Jane, plus open areas to enjoy the sun.
Are we guaranteed to take shrimp home?
No—this is still fishing, and shrimp aren’t always guaranteed. The crew will do their best to provide shrimp when the nets produce them.
Do we need to bring a cooler?
No. Coolers are not allowed on board due to space. If shrimp are divided among guests, the crew will bag them with ice for transport.
Is there a restroom on board the Tammy Jane?
Yes, there is a small restroom on board.
Do all ages require a ticket?
Yes. All ages require a ticket and there are no child or infant rates; tickets are priced per person.