Kiawah Island, South Carolina

Kiawah Island, SC
Nature Programs

Known for its beauty and abundant wildlife, Kiawah Island is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and salt marshes. There is a mix of maritime forests, brackish and fresh water ponds, and dunes. This varied habitat gives one an opportunity to see a variety of animals, birds, and plants.

Reservation Information:  All Nature Program tours and excursions require advance reservations. For the most efficient service and up-to-date tour information, visit the Nature Room in Heron Park Center or call the Center at 768-6001 or ext. 6001 and when making reservations, please have a credit card or resort privilege card available.

Cancellations and Refunds:  Trips are subject to a 24-hour cancellation policy and a full refund will be given only if the cancellation is made 24 hours before departure.

Inclement Weather:  In case of inclement weather, every attempt will be made to reschedule a trip, if this is not possible then a full refund will be given.

Lights Out for Sea Turtles  From mid-May through mid-August female Loggerhead Sea Turtles come ashore and lay their eggs on our beaches. After a 58-day incubation period, the hatchlings dig their way out of the sand and head for the sea. Both adults and hatchlings find their way to the ocean by following the moonlight or stars reflecting off the water. However, porch lights or flashlights on the beach can disorient the sea turtles. Please help us protect these amazing creatures by following a few simple rules.

• Keep flashlights turned off while walking on the beach.
• After 9 p.m. turn off exterior lights that face the ocean and draw the blinds.
• Do not take flash photos of the sea turtles.
• Stay a good distance from nesting females and always stay behind her. Remember: The Loggerhead Sea Turtle is a threatened species!

All about Gators  Alligators are fascinating creatures and should be enjoyed as a part of the natural beauty of the region. But remember, they are wild animals and should be respected as such. If an alligator becomes too familiar with people, they loose their fear of humans, necessitating their removal. A few precautions can help humans and alligators co-exit safely.

• Do not feed, tease, or disturb the alligators.
• Keep your distance -- at least 60 feet. Alligators can move at a startling speed over land over a short distance.
• When crabbing or fishing in the ponds, if an alligator approaches your bait, move to a new location.

This page is arranged by The Different Nature Tours offered at Kiawah Island Golf & Tennis Resort. You may click on the desired Tour here or just scroll through the page to review the Nature Tours.