---
title: Pirates of Hilton Head Cruise
slug: pirates-hilton-head-cruise
type: attraction
sub_type: harbor cruises
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/pirates-hilton-head-cruise
city: Hilton Head
state: SC
country: US
address: 149 Lighthouse Rd
geo:
  lat: 32.13919
  lng: -80.811
duration: up to 1.5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:42:17.042Z
price_from:
  amount: 42.99
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 3133
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Single Admission
        price: 42.99
        regular_price: 44.99
        savings: 2
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (2-12 yrs)
            min_age: 2
            max_age: 12
          - name: Infant (0-1 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 1
---
## Overview

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure aboard Hilton Head's custom Black Daggar pirate ship. This Hilton Head cruise transforms kids into little pirates for a fun-filled treasure hunt on the calm waters of Hilton Head Island's Calibogugue Sound, with an experienced crew engaging and entertaining children throughout the 1.5-hour nautical family adventure.

## What's Included

- Interactive pirate cruise with face painting
- Water cannon fight with Stinky Pete
- Engaging entertainment by the crew aboard the Black Sparrow pirate ship

## What's Not Included

No restrooms on the boat; please go ahead of time.

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## Ticket Options

- **Single Admission** — $42.99 (regularly $44.99, save $2.00)
  Join the crew of the Black Sparrow for a 1.5-hour family adventure filled with treasure hunts, games, and a water cannon battle against Stinky Pete. Every young buccaneer gets a pirate name, tattoos, and treasure to take home.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (2-12 yrs)
  - Infant (0-1 yrs)

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## Good to Know

- Recommended for ages 2 to 10.
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
- The first 15 minutes are spent preparing the "little pirates" on the dock with costumes and pirate talk.
- The cruise takes place in calm waters of the Calibogue Sound.
- Bring your camera to capture the fun.
- Dress appropriately for the weather; children won't get wet, so bathing suits aren’t needed.
- Wear sunscreen.
- A ticket must be purchased for every rider, regardless of age (infants included).
- The boat will sail in a light drizzle; heavier weather may cause cancellation.
- Parking is available next to the boat but can be crowded; there is a $10 per car charge to enter Sea Pines.

## Cancellation Policy

The captain reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason. If the trip cancels, you will be issued a refund. Crew members will make every attempt to contact you ahead of time in the event of a cancellation.

## FAQs

### Is parking provided?

Parking is available right next to the boat. However, it can be crowded at times. Leave plenty of extra time to park your car and get to us for names and tattoos! There is a $10 per car charge to enter Sea Pines. 

### What should I bring?

Sunblock and camera are a must. 

### What should I wear?

Dress appropriately for the weather. Children won't get wet, so bathing suits aren’t needed. 

### Where is it located?

149 Lighthouse Rd. Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928.

### What happens if the weather gets bad?

The cruise will sail in a light drizzle, but anything more, and we’ll cancel the trip. Regardless of the weather where you are, don’t assume the trip is canceled. The captain reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason. If the trip cancels, you will be issued a refund. The crew members will always make every attempt to contact you ahead of time in the event of a cancellation.

### How long is the tour?

The tour is approximately 1.5 hours long. 

### Can I bring my camera?

Absolutely! It is encouraged and even gives you a couple of great photo-ops during the trip.

### Are there restrooms on the boat?

There is no restroom on the boat; please go ahead of time.

### What’s included in my ticket?

This fun, interactive pirate cruise includes face painting, a water cannon fight with Stinky Pete, and more.

### Will we get seasick?

The adventure takes place in the calm waters of the Calibogue Sound, so seasickness is extraordinarily rare.

## Reviews

> "Pirate Adventure aboard the Black Sparrow."
> — Adventure702010, June 02, 2026

> "Brilliant time and staff. Totally recommend!"
> — Ohfood, October 19, 2025

> "Accompanied our granddaughter on her second trip on Pirates cruise"
> — lakedweller3, August 09, 2025