Across the Tidal Line: The Daufuskie Ferry from Savannah

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Across the Tidal Line: The Daufuskie Ferry from Savannah

A one-way, approximately 45-minute ferry between Savannah and Daufuskie Island; plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure.

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Across the Tidal Line: The Daufuskie Ferry from Savannah.

Duration
1hr
Location
Savannah
Operator
Setwake Savannah
Category
Ferry
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Ride a scenic 45-minute ferry from Savannah to Daufuskie Island, soaking in ocean views.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

A short, scenic crossing

The ferry offers a scenic crossing between Savannah and Daufuskie Island that lets passengers take in open-ocean views during the transit.

THE DURATION

A compact transit

Transit time between embarkation points is approximately 45 minutes, with the trip listed as a one-hour duration.

THE SCHEDULE

Weekday service (weekend alternative available)

Ferry trips run weekdays only; on weekends, book "The weekend warriors Fun pack" to hop aboard a ride-share ferry.

What the day feels like

What the crossing feels like

The trip is a scenic ferry crossing from Savannah to Daufuskie Island that takes approximately 45 minutes and delivers direct access to the island.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this ferry suits — and who should plan differently.

1
Weekday travelersThis service operates on weekdays only, making it suitable for travelers planning trips that fall during the workweek.
2
Weekend adventurersWeekend travel requires booking "The weekend warriors Fun pack" to use the ride-share ferry option rather than the standard weekday service.
3
Short-trip plannersWith a transit time of approximately 45 minutes and a listed duration of about one hour, the crossing works well into half-day or day-trip itineraries.
4
Those needing time to check inPassengers should allow extra time at the embarkation point and arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure for check-in.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure to complete check-in procedures.

Timing & Scheduling

Service runs on weekdays; if you need a weekend crossing, book "The weekend warriors Fun pack" for a ride-share ferry.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the ferry crossing?

Transit time is approximately 45 minutes; the trip is listed with a one-hour duration.

When does the ferry operate?

Ferry trips run on weekdays only; on weekends you must book "The weekend warriors Fun pack" to use a ride-share ferry.

When should I arrive for check-in?

Passengers are asked to arrive 30 minutes before the ferry is scheduled to depart.

Who operates the ferry?

The operator is Setwake Savannah.

What route does the ferry cover?

The service runs between Savannah and Daufuskie Island.

Is there a weekend alternative?

Yes — book "The weekend warriors Fun pack" to hop aboard a ride-share ferry on weekends.