Tours Of St Simons Island, GA
Taking one of St Simons Island’s many guided tours is a great way to get a deeper understanding of the history, ecology and wildlife of the Golden Isles, an overview of its varied landscapes, or a closer look at the area’s environments and wildlife.
Tours are available by land, air and sea. A trolley tour is the easiest way to see the island’s key sights and learn about its history, with ghost tours also available for those with an interest in the paranormal.
St Simons Island’s ecology and wildlife can be explored through a guided beach walk, horseback trail or beach ride, or on one of the area’s many boat, kayak or paddleboard tours. Day trips to adjacent, undeveloped Little St Simons Island are also available.
For a more sweeping and unforgettable overview of the scenery of the Golden Isles, you can also take a biplane tour, from brief flights over St Simons Island to longer (and more expensive) trips out to see Sapelo Island to the north, and the wild horses of Cumberland Island, to the south.
See also:
– Festivals and events at St Simons Island
– Attractions and sights of St Simons Island
– Blackbeard Island and Sapelo Island tours
– Visiting Brunswick
!Availability may vary by season, and tours may be changed or withdrawn without notice. Please check all details directly with the company or guide before planning your trip.
Sightseeing & History Trolley Tours
– Trolley Tour, with St Simons Colonial Island Trolley Tours
1hr30. Available daily. Adults $20, children (10-15) $10, young children (0-9) free.
History and sightseeing air conditioned trolley tour of St Simons Island. Call 912-268-0363 or book online. Visit website
– Trolley Tour, with St Simons Trolley Island Tours
1hr30. Morning daily, plus afternoons in season. Adults $20, children (4-12) $10, young children (0-3) free.
History and sightseeing open-air trolley tour of St Simons Island, including a walking tour of Christ Church graveyard (Tue-Sun only). Call 912-638-895 or book online. Visit website
– History & Sightseeing Trolley Tour, with Lighthouse Trolleys
1hr30. Tuesday-Sunday, morning or afternoon. Adults $25, military/seniors (62+) $20, children (4-12) $10, young children (0-3) free. Pets welcome.
Trolley tour of St Simons Island’s historical sites, on an open air trolley or a minibus. Includes hop-off stops at several local attractions. Call 912-638-3333 or book online. Visit website
Ghost Tours
– St Simons Island Ghost Tour, with Lighthouse Trolleys
1hr. Tuesday-Sunday evenings. Adults $20, children (4-12) $10, young children (0-3) $5.
Evening open air trolley tour of St Simons Island’s haunted history. Call 912-638-3333 or book online. Visit website
Nature Tours
For dolphin, birding and barrier island tours by boat, see St Simons Island boat tours and charters. For paddling tours, see St Simons Island kayak or paddleboard tours.
For more tours of the Golden Isles’ wildlife and scenery, see also tours of Jekyll Island, where additional boat, kayak, paddleboard and walking tours of the area’s landscape and nature are available.
– Beach Walk, with Georgia Beach Walk
1hr30-2hrs. Adults $20, children (12 and under) $15.
Walking tour of St Simons Island beachfront, exploring the island’s ecology and history. Call 912-266-2473. Visit website
– Little St Simons Island Day Trip, with The Lodge on Little St Simons Island
$95 per person.
Short boat ride to Little St Simons Island, with a naturalist-led tour of the island’s ecology and history by truck, then lunch and an afternoon on the beach. Call 888-733-5774. Visit website
Horseback Tours
– Wooded Ride, with The Stables at Frederica
45mins. Ages 7+. $93 per person.
Horseback ride through the maritime forest at St Simons Island. Call 912-434-4760. Visit website
– Marsh Ride, with The Stables at Frederica
45mins. Ages 7+. $99 per person.
Horseback ride through the marshes at Rainbow Island. Call 912-434-4760. Visit website
– Beach Ride, with The Stables at Frederica
1hr30. Ages 10+. $149 per person.
2-mile horseback ride on the beach at Sea Island, from Rainbow Island. Call 912-434-4760. Visit website
Flying Tours
– Open Cockpit Biplane Scenic Tour, with Classic Air Ventures
10 mins to 1 hour. 2 people/375lb max. Available May-October.
Open cockpit biplane tour of St Simons and Jekyll Islands and vicinity, from McKinnon Airport, St Simons Island. Tour prices vary according to flight length. Call 888-852-9226 or 843-340-5079 for reservations and information. Visit website
More Things To Do In St Simons Island & Nearby
– Blackbeard Island National Wildlife Refuge
– Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge
– St Simons Island boat tours
– Kayak tours in St Simons Island
– Things to do in St Marys, GA
See also:
– Savannah events
– Georgia food festivals