St. Phillips Island Day Trip
Thu, Apr 16
|Coastal Expeditions - St. Helena Island
Take a boat ecotour through the estuaries behind our barrier islands to St. Phillips Island. Once we reach the island, an interpretive tram ride will take you through the old growth maritime forest to the picnic area conveniently located near the beach.
Time & Location
Apr 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Coastal Expeditions - St. Helena Island, 1928 Sea Island Pkwy, St Helena Island, SC 29920, USA
Guests
About the Event
Captain Thorton Lacey, "I’m a 100-ton Master Captain with Coastal Expeditions, and I have the privilege of guiding trips to the incredible St. Phillips Island. With a passion for conserving our natural resources, I’m committed to sharing the beauty, history, and ecological significance of this unique barrier island. Whether we’re exploring by boat or on foot, my goal is to help you connect with the wild landscape and leave with a deeper appreciation for it. "
For nearly 40 years, St. Phillips Island was a beach retreat for conservationist Ted Turner and his family. During that time, trails were thoughtfully carved through the maritime forest and habitats for species like fox squirrels, loggerhead sea turtles and indigo snakes were restored.
With ancient dunes and a mature forest dominated by Spanish moss-draped live oaks, Southern magnolia and saw palmetto, St. Phillips Island is a nature lover’s paradise, providing critical habitat for alligators, sea…
Tickets
Participant
$100.00
+$2.50 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00