The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Tybee Island, Georgia (GA)

August 23, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

As a beachside retreat, Tybee Island brings together old and new – clapboard cottages and Bermuda- precisely that soft blend of natural marshes and Atlantic shoreline, modest history and seaside playground that makes Tybee a celebrated family vacation destination. At the south end of the island, the pier and pavilion stretches into the Atlantic, tempting people watchers and fishermen intent on capturing the ‘fish story’ catch of the day. And the authentically refurbished lighthouse and five-acre grounds and outbuildings remind us of her role in guiding mariners to the Savannah River for nearly 300 years. It is precisely that soft blend of natural marshes and Atlantic shoreline, modest history and seaside playground that makes Tybee a celebrated family vacation destination.Locals can’t compete with crimson sunsets, wading herons or silky sand dunes; but they roll out dining hospitality, shopping convenience and fun modes of transportation. You’ll find casual waterside restaurants and loftier southern inn-style fare, with fried green tomatoes every bit as popular as delicious servings of fresh fish. You’ll want to join the line-up at The Breakfast Club for mouth-watering omelets and southern grits. Wander to shops and galleries, along the marshes and shoreline in a fun, open air Tybee Cruiser. They’re eco-friendly, electric transportation to liven your tour around the island– but be sure to make a reservation. Just 18 miles and 20 minutes away, Savannah offers a virtual silver platter of Southern heritage, arts, entertainment and exceptional dining. Gather family and friends and plan a lovely day of exploring cobblestone streets, shaded historic squares and parlor-room hospitality! Be sure to include the City Market for a remarkable mix of artist lofts, musical entertainment, boutique shopping and more.
Restaurants in Tybee Island

1. Sundial Charters - Tours

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Sundial Charters - Tours

Sundial Charters is a Nature and Fishing Tour company, established in 1996,on the Georgia coast with the best native, back country,and wilderness guides around. We make recommendations for your best adventure, based on your schedule, the tides, predicted weather, and local knowledge, during your stay. Our most popular trip is the Little Tybee 'Unplugged' during which you explore the 6500 acre natural heritage preserve, lying directly to the South of Tybee Island. We offer dolphin watching, crabbing, cast netting, fossil hunting, birding, light tackle fishing, hiking the barrier islands, and salt marsh ecology. We run trips daily and year round. Call us today, and let us plan your trip.

2. Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure

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Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure

Experience the thrill of encountering dolphin in their natural habitat while taking in breathtaking views of Tybee's serene coastal waters. From historic lighthouses, to majestic Fort Pulaski, to dolphin playing next to the boat, our tours offer something for everyone! We invite you to come join us! ~Dolphin Guaranteed! ~We have a restroom on every boat! ~Pet friendly (Please call for details.) ~Coast Guard inspected and approved. ~Our boats can accommodate a total of up to 147 passengers. ~Online booking is available through our website. ~Private tours ~Group discounts ~We look forward to having you aboard!

3. Tybee Beach Ecology Trips

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Tybee Beach Ecology Trips

Tybee Beach Ecology Trips, conducted on Tybee Island, Georgia, by marine biologist Dr. Joe Richardson, are fun and educational experiences for all ages. Typical two-hour beach trips include: high and low tide beachcombing, exploring tide pools and sandy intertidal habitats, pulling a 50 foot beach net, and learning information about the animals you find. Trips are scheduled for families and small groups, scout groups, schools, adult tours, and other groups. Much more than just a beach trip!

4. Tybee Surf School

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Tybee Surf School

The island's original surf school, Tybee Surf School, offers easy to learn surfing lessons from professional instructors with International Surfing Association and National Surf Instruction experience as well as Lifeguard and CPR Certification. Our lessons are customized to accommodate everyone from first timers to coaching the expert and are designed to keep everyone safe and stoked! Give us a call and we will tailor your experience to your skill level...At the end of the day, we'll have an awesome time!!!

5. East Coast Paddleboarding

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East Coast Paddleboarding

Experience our beautiful waterways on a unique adventure: from the water, on a stand up paddleboard!

6. Crabdaddy's River Adventures

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Crabdaddy's River Adventures

Captain John’s tours focus on family and friends offering a private and personalized exploration experience for his guests. A USCG licensed captain with years of boating experience provides guests with a safe and fun experience. Captain John works with his guests to allow them to create the experience they have dreamed of from being on the water to photographing nature, to private beach explor

7. Tybee Beach Bike Tours

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Tybee Beach Bike Tours

The best way to view the bike friendly certified island. Cruise like a local and experience Tybee Island's history, nature, culture and much more from a different perspective!

8. Tybee North Beach Rentals

33 Meddin Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328-9734 +1 912-484-6535 [email protected] http://www.tybeenorthbeachrentals.com/
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Tybee North Beach Rentals

Let us do the heavy lifting and you save by renting two (2) chairs and a jumbo umbrella for $30. Or kick up your feet for $8 with a lounge chair rental. Just need to block the sun? We will set up a jumbo umbrella for $20 and you can nap away on the beach with the waves as your natural sound machine.

9. Tybee Surf Lessons

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Tybee Surf Lessons

Tybee Surf Lessons, LLC offers fun and professional surf instruction for adults, kids or the whole family. Turner grew up surfing on Tybee Island and started the first surf camp on the island. He has spent the last five years honing his surfing and teaching skills in Hawaii and is certified by the NATIONAL SURF SCHOOLS and INSTRUCTORS ASSOCIATION. Come share the aloha ! Let's go surfing !

10. Tybee Golf Carts

801 1st St Corner of Campbell and US 80, Tybee Island, GA 31328-8818 +1 912-226-9676 [email protected] http://www.tybeegolfcarts.com
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Tybee Golf Carts

Tybee Islands' only locally owned and operated golf cart rentals. Friendly staff will advise you on how to visit Tybee like a local! Daily and weekly rates with free parking on all carts at any public space both meters and lots. We carry four passenger, six passenger and even eight passenger golf carts in both gas and electric models to meet your needs.

Reviewed By I_Jack_The_Ripper - Cleveland, United States

Great and friendly staff! Explained everything on where and what to do, plus you get free parking anywhere on the island you go with the cart rental. Quick & easy rental, the rates are very fair. We were expecting it to be allot more but you can’t beat these prices compared to other places me and my wife have visited. We rented a 4 seater for the afternoon to get around the island which was fantastic instead of a bike rental. It was just a breezy, cloud covered day so we did what we could and returned the cart early. It got to be a little chilly wearing shorts. But the cart ran and operated great and are in excellent condition. You won’t be disappointed and if your looking for a easier more fun way to get around the island, I highly recommend you get one of these good cart rentals for the day or week depending on your trip duration from here! Me, my wife and daughter had a wonderful time zipping thru the island sight seeing and checking things out. Thank you again to the wonderful staff!

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