Sapelo Island National Estuarine Sanctuary

The Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve is a 6,100-acre protected sanctuary on the coast of Georgia dedicated to scientific estuarine research and providing public education, outreach and coastal training opportunities. Parking at Sapelo Island Visitors Center for visitors making the 20-minute passenger ferry transit to the Reserve. Tours available five days a week for groups of up to 36. Contact the Reserve education office 912-485-2300 or the Visitors Center 912-437-3224. Public tours featuring the natural and cultural history of Sapelo Island are available on Wednesdays (8:30 – 12:30) and Saturdays (9:00 – 1:00) year round, and Fridays (8:30 – 12:30) June 1st to Labor Day.  An extended North End tour is offered on the last Tuesday (8:30 – 3:00) of each month March through October. Special programs and activities, such as Crab and Shrimp Day tours are scheduled throughout the year. Reservations are required.