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Explore Tybee Island Waters on a Kayaking Adventure

Tybee Island is a water lover’s paradise. There are over three miles of stunning beaches to explore, each with unique qualities. Booking a rental home, condo, or cottage from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals puts you within walking distance of the sandy shores while providing all the comforts of home. While swimming is always a popular way to explore the waters, switch things up, and try something new by kayaking around Tybee Island. 

Your Guide to Tybee Island Kayak Tours

To get the most out of your kayaking excursion, book a tour with a local service. You’ll be shown around the beautiful aquatic ecosystem found throughout the island.

  1. Sea Kayak Georgia: Kayak your way through the coastal barrier island system as the knowledgeable guides at Sea Kayak Georgia educate you on nature and wildlife that call it home. Select from a range of tour options to choose one that fits your group and skill level best. 
  2. North Island Surf & Kayak: Enjoy a guided eco-history tour with family-owned North Island Surf & Kayak. Lasting between two and two-and-a-half hours, the tour will go along the north island area of Tybee. 
  3. Tybee Jet Ski & Watersports: Tourists and visitors alike love exploring the waters with Aqua Dawg, the kayak department of Tybee Jet Ski & Watersports. Specializing in beginners and families, this tour service is perfect for those vacationing with children. They offer a variety of tours, ranging from discovering hidden marshes to seeing the Cockspur Lighthouse.

If you feel like exploring on your own, several of these shops offer kayak rentals. 

A photo of a vacation rental in Tybee Island to relax at after kayaking. Enjoy Coastal Georgia with a Tybee Island Getaway

Although just 20 minutes away from bustling and historic Savannah, Tybee Island is the perfect vacation destination if you’re looking to unplug and unwind. Spend the days kayaking the waters or cycling around the island and the nights relaxing at your Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals accommodation. Offering a range of rental options, all our vacation homes are close to the water, some even right on the beach. We even have pet-friendly options, so the four-legged member of your family can join in the fun. To learn more about booking your stay or special offers, call 800-967-4433.

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Become a Historian: Visit Historical Sites in Savannah, GA

During your stay on Tybee Island and your rental with Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals, you are just a 20-minute drive from one of the most historic areas in Georgia. While Tybee Island is filled with more than 5 miles of picturesque beaches and countless activities to pick from, make room in your itinerary for a day trip to Savannah. 

As the country’s largest National Historic Landmark District, there is no shortage of history to explore. Let a knowledgeable guide show you around the historical sites in Savannah, GA on a history tour.

Learn from the Top 5 Savannah Tours

Whether you’re the history buff in your group or indulging someone who is, everyone in your group will be entertained as you wander the streets of this historic Georgia town. Before setting off for your Savannah tour, don’t forget to leave time to visit the Tybee Island Light Station and Museum.

1. Genteel & Bard

Discover for yourself why Genteel & Bard was ranked Savannah’s number one walking history tour. Book your spot on the walking tour that’ll take you from Colonial Park Cemetery to Chippewa Square and more. If you’re feeling brave, give their dark history and ghost encounter tour a try. 

2. Explore Savannah

Select from a range of tours offered by Explore Savannah. Enjoy a guided walking tour that starts at Wright Square and covers over 285 years worth of history. Wander at your own leisure on a self-guided audio tour. You can even book a private walking tour that is fully customizable or a ghost tour. 

3. Old Savannah Tours

Old Savannah Tours brings the history of the area to life on its trolley tours. Tour at your own pace with the hop-on/hop-off trolley or enjoy a 90-minute trolley tour. Other special tours include the two different ghost tours and a land and sea tour. 

4. Noble Jones Tours

Reserve your spot on one of the various tours offered by Noble Jones Tours. Take a stroll on the Savannah Saunter or learn about the city’s involvement in the Civil War. You can even tour the unique squares and homes on a gardens and historic homes tour. 

5. Adventure Tours in Motion

Add a little bit of adventure to your tour with Adventure Tours in Motion. Cycle along the cobblestone streets on an electric bicycle tour or travel effortlessly on your segway tour. There are even van tours that take you to Victorian cemeteries or some of your favorite Savannah movie locations. 

 

After a full day on a tour of Savannah, stop by River Street before heading back to Tybee Island. This corridor is known for amazing restaurants, like The Shrimp Factory and River House Seafood. 

A photo of a vacation rental on Tybee Island to relax at after touring historical sites in Savannah, GA.Relax on Peaceful Tybee Island

After a day exploring Savannah and its history, Tybee Island will be a welcome change of pace. Return to your vacation rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals and enjoy a quiet night in. With all the comforts of home, our rentals are the perfect home base for your Georgia getaway. Learn more about our rentals and availability by calling 800-967-4433.

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