Beaufort Gullah-Geechee Heritage Tour

Travel back in time to explore the Gullah-Geechee heritage of South Carolina's Sea Islands! On this tour we will visit several areas of Beaufort County and discover it's lone history and unique culture.
On this 3 hour tour, get ready to soak up some history and take in the sights. Discover Lady's Island, St. Helena, Hunting Island, and more! See the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves - a local treasure and National Historic Landmark. Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history. See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah-Geechee culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!

Meeting Point

Kelly Tours Beaufort

928 1/2 Bay St, Beaufort, SC 29902, USA

What's included:

• Professional guide
• Tour escort/host
• Driver/guide
• Transport by air-conditioned bus
• Live commentary on board

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Beaufort

Beaufort, South Carolina

The tour starts rom the Beaufort Marina at 1006 Bay St. You can meet in our office at 928 1/2 Bay St as well - look for the Red, White, and Blue rocking chairs.

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Lady's Island

Lady's Island, South Carolina

See the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves – a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!

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St. Helena's Anglican Church

501 Church St, Historic Downtown, Beaufort, 29902-4919, South Carolina

See the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves – a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!

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Hunting Island State Park

2555 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort, 29920-4808, South Carolina

See the site of one of the country's first schools for freed slaves – a local treasure and National Historic Landmark Marvel at the ruins of island churches and learn the stories and songs that are part of their rich history See a historic plantation house from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle. Beaufort and the surrounding areas are deeply rooted in the Gullah/Geechie culture, and we're eager to share it with you on this one-of-a-kind tour!

Pass by without stopping