Kids St. Phillips Island Adventure
NO PARENTS ALLOWED ON THIS FUN DAY TRIP
For kids ages 8-12 , this boat ecotour and island adventure is offered on teacher workdays and school holidays throughout the year.
FUN IN THE OUTDOORS
We’re heading out to St. Phillips Island for an adventure with our Coastal Expeditions educators leading the way! It’s a chance for unfettered exploration and play on a wild barrier island.
CASTAWAYS FOR A DAY
Once we arrive at St. Phillips, we hike the inland trails through the island to the beach.
Along the way, kids will learn about native plants, the different habitats on the island, and look for birds, fox squirrels, deer and other wildlife.
Kids thrive outdoors, and this trip gives them the opportunity to forge meaningful connections with nature. Your kids will be windswept and smiling when you pick them up at the landing.
UPCOMING TOUR DATES:
check back for dates in the Fall!
CAMP INFO
Ages 8-12: $65
9:00am to 4:00pm
early drop off available from 8-9am
WHERE TO MEET
St. Helena Island Basecamp
1928 Sea Island Parkway
St. Helena Island, SC 29920
THINGS TO KNOW
St. Phillips Island is part of Hunting Island State Park. An annual state park pass or day pass is required for this trip. Find out more here .
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR AND BRING?
Pack a small backpack with filled water bottle, bagged lunch/snacks, insect repellant and sunscreen.
They will need to dress for the weather. We recommend good walking shoes (not flip flops) and hat. We recommend layering with long pants/shirt for sun & mosquito protection!
DO YOU CANCEL IF THE WEATHER IS BAD?
If the forecast looks unsuitable for a fun & safe day on the island, we’ll contact your via email and/or text as soon as possible and you will get a full refund.
HOW EARLY SHOULD WE ARRIVE?
We recommend getting to the St. Helena Island campus about 15 minutes before departure time. This will give you time to double-check the backpack, use the facilities and check-in.
THE BOAT DEPARTS ON TIME AND DOES NOT RETURN FOR LATECOMERS.
ARE ADULTS ALLOWED ON THIS TRIP?
This is a “kids only” adventure!
WHAT ARE COASTAL EXPEDITIONS’ SAFETY CREDENTIALS?
Coastal Expeditions is the trusted local outfitter for US Fish & Wildlife Service, SC State Parks, REI Adventures, Backroads International, Linblad Expeditions, Clemson University Camps and other groups. Over the last 30 years, we’ve worked hard to create a well-developed education program of camps, after school programs and field trips that connects students with the outdoors in meaningful ways.
Throughout the year, Coastal Expeditions guides participate in continuing education and safety certifications like CPR, first aid, life guard training, ACA kayak training and other programs to ensure that our field trips are safely run.