It is very easy to visit Hilton Head Island without finding out anything about its history, environment, and wildlife. Many visitors seem content to simply relax on the beach, go biking, play tennis or golf, eat at the island’s world-class restaurants, go fishing, go boating, go surfing, go parasailing, go jet skiing, and more. Needless to say, there is a lot to do on Hilton Head Island. However, there are many Hilton Head tour companies that are more than willing to tell you more about the beautiful island you are visiting. The island has a long history including a seasonal Native American presence, the presence of the French, Spanish, and English during the colonial period, significant roles during the American Revolution and the Civil War, and the rich history of the Gullah people who started as plantation slaves on the island. Hilton Head has a beautiful and complex coastal environment which includes a variety of plants and animals native to the area. Moreover, those exploring on their own may miss out on some of the most beautiful parts of the island and its waterways. Whatever your interest, there is a Hilton Head tour company that can help you find out what you want to know.

Those who are interested in history have several Hilton Head tour companies to choose from. The most traditional of these tours is offered by Gray Line of Hilton Head. They provide a narrated tour of the island while you ride on a modified red trolley. It is an excellent choice for those who would like to learn about the island’s history without leaving their own personal comfort zones. Another excellent historical tour is offered by the Gullah Heritage Trail Tours group, which gives tourists insight into the nature of the Gullah people and their unique, rich history.

Some of the historical tours available are far less traditional. For those interested in a Hilton Head tour full of style, look no further than Camelot Limousine. You ride in a stretch limousine while finding out everything you ever wanted to know about the island’s history. They also provide airport pickup services. Another unique Hilton Head tour company offers a comprehensive tour which includes the history, culture, and wildlife of the island. This company is called Cool Stuff Tours and their claim to fame is that you ride in an amphibious vehicle the size of a typical tour bus. There are both land and water portions to the tour, allowing you to truly see everything the island has to offer.

If your interests run more toward science and nature, the Coastal Discovery Museum of Hilton probably has the right tour for you. Offerings include water tours, marsh tours, beach walks, and ACE basin cruises. Some commercial Hilton Head tour companies also offer dolphin cruises and boat tours of the island’s waterways.

While many people only scratch the surface of what the island has to offer, those willing to dig deeper will find a number of Hilton Head tour companies ready and willing to show them just how much the island truly has to offer. Whether you choose a traditional tour or a tour in a limousine or amphibious vehicle, you will come away with a deeper understanding of the island’s history and nature.