Tuesday, October 8th (Draconids) 5:45pm-10:15pm

Grab a blanket and your favorite stargazer! We’re heading out to Bulls Island at sunset for a special evening expedition. The dark skies of Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge will offer a spectacular look at the Draconid Meteor Shower as the waning crescent moon sets behind the island.

The expedition begins with a sunset cruise and ecotour through Cape Romain, followed by a safari-style truck ride through the island and 0.25 miles on foot to reach the secluded wilderness beach of Bulls Island. At the beach, there will be ample space for everyone to spread out and find the perfect spot to watch the nightfall and the stars appear. After about an hour of stargazing, we’ll make our way back to the boat for the peaceful cruise back to the mainland.

Please understand that we are operating at the whim of Mother Nature and cannot control cloud coverage. Cloudy or clear, this trip offers an exclusive nighttime opportunity to enjoy wilderness beach far away from city lights.

ACTIVITY LEVEL
Activity level will range based on personal preference. Coastal Expeditions will transport you to the beach where you can enjoy the view from the drop-off point or walk miles of wilderness beach. Guests minimally need to be able to walk a quarter mile and manage going up and down a boat ramp.

TOUR DURATION
4.5 hours

WHAT TO WEAR
Wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet and sandy.
Pack your gear in waterproof bags.
Long sleeves are best for protection from mosquitos, gnats & black flies – expect the insects to be present and active this time of year!
Hat, buff, and mosquito nets are popular choices to further combat buggy conditions.

WHAT TO BRING
Drinking water & insect repellent are essential.
Optional: headlamp or flashlight (preferably red light), snacks, blanket/towel, camera, binoculars, and other optics.

WEATHER
Weather may impact this excursion. Cancellations usually occur due to lightning, thunder, or high winds and we will make sure to reschedule your group if needed. Our general cancellation policies apply unless our experts determine it is potentially unsafe or unwise to venture out. In the event that we decide to cancel due to weather, we will make every effort to call you at least two hours before your departure and help you reschedule or credit/refund the full cost of your trip.

GRATUITY
Gratuity is not included in your tour price. Our guides go above and beyond to make sure you have a fantastic time out on the water! Average gratuity ranges from 15%–25% of your tour cost based on your experience. It is not required, but always greatly appreciated!

NEED TO CANCEL?
Tickets for this tour are non-refundable unless Coastal Expeditions cancels for weather.  You may transfer tickets to someone else to take your spot (just let us know and we’ll make a note for the captain).

Adventurous, Birding, Dolphins & Wildlife

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