Review · MYRTLE BEACH
Scavenger Hunt in Myrtle Beach by Zombie Scavengers
Turn Myrtle Beach into a survival game. Zombie Scavengers gives you an hour to search for survival items, complete zombie-themed challenges, and build a score with your own group. I like the freedom to tackle tasks in any order, and I like the price: $20 per team of up to 10 people, not $20 per person. The main drawback is that the app-based format may feel unclear at first, especially if you expect instant confirmation that every answer is correct.
This is a self-guided walking activity, so you set the pace and choose how far to go within the game area. A remote survival guide stays available through the app’s chat, which adds useful support without turning the experience into a conventional guided tour. Bring your own charged smartphone, and remember that private transportation is not included.
Key points before you book

- $20 covers a team of up to 10 people, making this far better value for a family or friend group than for a solo player.
- You choose the order of play, finding survival items and completing challenges wherever the game sends you.
- The activity lasts about one hour, so it fits neatly into a Myrtle Beach day.
- A remote guide communicates through app chat, giving you help while keeping the outing self-guided.
- Your score appears in rankings against teams across the country, adding a competitive reason to keep moving.
- The start and finish point is 1110 N Ocean Blvd, and you need to provide your own smartphone.
What the Myrtle Beach zombie hunt actually is

This is not a bus tour, a history walk, or a staged haunted attraction. It is a location-based scavenger hunt played through an app. Your mission is simple: find items that would help you survive a zombie apocalypse, then submit your answers for points.
The game also gives you zombie-themed challenges. These add variety to the search, so you are not only scanning the city for objects. You may need to think, make choices, or complete a task as a team, though the available information does not specify the exact challenge types.
I like this format because it gives you a reason to pay attention to your surroundings. Instead of following a guide from one fixed stop to another, you make decisions about what to pursue next. That makes the hour feel more like a shared game than a standard sightseeing route.
The trade-off is that the quality of your outing depends partly on your group. A lively team can turn a simple search into a lot of fun. A group that prefers quiet, structured sightseeing may find the open-ended format less satisfying.
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Starting at 1110 N Ocean Blvd

The activity begins at 1110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577. It also ends back at this meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate pickup or work out how to return to a distant finish.
That fixed start and end point is helpful for families and groups sharing transportation. You can treat the hunt as a one-hour add-on to a day near the beach, provided you are comfortable returning to the starting address when the game ends.
The published operating hours are Tuesday through Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for the stated operating period running through December 10, 2026. The activity is not listed as available on Mondays, so check the date carefully before you commit to other plans.
You receive confirmation at booking, and the ticket is mobile. That means the phone carrying the booking and game access matters. I would make sure the battery is charged, the app is ready, and your group knows which person will manage the team before you begin.
One app, one team, many possible routes

Once the game starts, the app presents the survival items and challenges. You can hunt for them in any order and anywhere in the city covered by the game. This freedom is the heart of the experience.
A fixed route tells you exactly where to go. Zombie Scavengers asks your group to choose. You may decide to chase an easy item first, take on a challenge, or move toward another part of Myrtle Beach in search of more points. The strategy is yours.
That choice makes the game work well for mixed-age groups. Younger players can help spot items and suggest answers. Adults can keep track of the score and decide which tasks deserve your time. With up to 10 people on one team, you can split up mentally and compare ideas, though you should keep your group together unless the game instructions clearly permit otherwise.
The listing does not promise a particular collection of landmarks or named stops. You should not book this expecting a carefully narrated tour of Myrtle Beach. The city is the playing field, while the app supplies the mission.
This is also why the activity can feel different for different groups. Your route depends on your choices, your answers, and how quickly you act. The lack of a fixed itinerary is a benefit for independent players, but a drawback if you want someone else to make every decision.
Finding survival items and earning points

The survival-item search gives the outing its basic rhythm. The app tells you what you need, and you look for suitable answers around the city. You can submit items in the order that makes the most sense to your team.
The goal is not simply to finish. You are trying to earn the strongest score possible. That turns ordinary looking around into a contest. A group that pauses to compare options may do better than one that rushes, while a team that spends too long on a difficult task may lose valuable time.
A useful approach is to divide responsibilities. One person can read the app, another can watch for possible items, and another can keep the team moving. With a group of up to 10, you have plenty of voices, but too many people trying to control one phone could slow you down.
The only published customer comment raised a practical issue: the players were not sure if their answers were right or wrong. The provider clarified that incorrect answers are deleted and the team receives a notification. That detail matters. You may not get a reassuring green check after every submission, but an incorrect answer should not quietly remain in your score.
So, if an answer disappears, do not panic. Treat it as a prompt to try again or rethink the item. The game rewards attention and adjustment, not just speed.
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Zombie challenges add the competitive edge

The scavenger hunt is not limited to locating objects. You also receive zombie-themed challenges that can earn more points. These tasks give your group another way to improve its standing.
The exact challenges are not specified, so I would avoid expecting a particular type of performance or physical activity. What is clear is that they are part of the scoring system and are meant to test your team’s choices along the way.
This scoring layer gives the hour a clear purpose. You are not wandering without direction. Every item and challenge supports the larger goal of surviving the fictional apocalypse with the highest score possible.
The nationwide rankings add another reason to take the game seriously. After playing, you can compare your team’s score with teams elsewhere in the country. That will matter most to competitive families, office groups, and friends who enjoy keeping score long after the activity ends.
If your group is not competitive, you can still use the challenges as a loose framework for a walk. The system allows you to play casually, but the ranking feature is there for people who want a contest.
Remote help instead of an on-site guide

A remote interactive survival guide communicates with you through chat while you play. This is a useful middle ground between a fully independent app and a traditional guide walking beside you.
You can ask for help if the instructions are unclear or if your team needs assistance with the game. The guide does not appear at the meeting point as an in-person leader, so you should be comfortable reading directions and managing your own group.
This setup also keeps the cost low. You are paying for a digital game with remote support, not a private guide, vehicle, or hosted sightseeing program. For a group of several people, that can be a sensible use of $20.
The remote format has limits. Chat support may not feel as immediate as having someone beside you. You also need to keep an eye on the phone while walking, which can divide your attention. Assigning one person to manage the app is a simple way to keep the rest of the group focused on the surroundings.
Why the $20 team price matters
At $20 per group, the value is strongest when you have several players. A team of four pays the equivalent of $5 each. A full group of 10 pays the equivalent of $2 per person.
The price is not per participant. One published comment suggested that a family staying together could have bought one ticket and used one phone, and the provider confirmed that one team may include up to 10 players. Read that as an important booking tip: do not buy separate tickets for every member of the same team.
The experience includes all activities, the self-guided walk, and one hour with the remote interactive survival guide. GST is also listed as included. You do need to supply the smartphone, and there is no private transportation.
For a group already spending time around Myrtle Beach, the cost is easy to justify if you enjoy games. It is less compelling for someone looking for a traditional sightseeing tour with stories, landmark commentary, or a personal guide.
Who will enjoy this best

I would recommend Zombie Scavengers to families, groups of friends, and small private parties that like puzzles and friendly competition. It also fits a group that wants to choose its own pace rather than follow a rigid route.
The capacity is generous. Up to 10 people can play together, so a larger family or friend group can stay on one team. That helps keep the price down and lets everyone contribute.
The activity is also listed as suitable for most people, with service animals allowed and public transportation nearby. Those details make it easier to fit into a wider Myrtle Beach plan, though the experience remains a walking activity and the exact walking demands are not specified.
I would be more cautious if your group dislikes smartphone activities or wants a detailed introduction to the city. The app is the center of the experience. The game gives you a playful reason to explore, but it does not promise a narrated account of Myrtle Beach.
Timing, access, and cancellation advice
The listed duration is about one hour. That short format makes it easy to place between other plans, but you should leave enough time to reach 1110 N Ocean Blvd and return to the same point at the end.
The activity is offered in English. It is a private experience, meaning only your group participates. That gives you control over the pace and removes the need to match the habits of a larger public group.
Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Inside that 24-hour window, the payment is not refunded, and changes are not accepted. I would check your weather, transport, and group plans before the cutoff.
Should you book Zombie Scavengers?
Book it if you want a low-cost, one-hour group game with a Myrtle Beach setting and a little friendly competition. The price is especially attractive for four to 10 people, and the freedom to choose your own order keeps the activity from feeling like a forced march.
Skip it if you want a conventional tour, a named guide, or a clear stream of local stories. You will be using your own phone, reading app instructions, searching for survival items, and managing your own route.
My practical advice is to book one team for your whole group, charge the phone beforehand, and agree on one person to handle the app. If your group likes solving problems together, the $20 fee offers solid value. If you mainly want to see Myrtle Beach without a game in hand, spend that hour on a different activity.
FAQ
How much does Zombie Scavengers in Myrtle Beach cost?
The activity costs $20 per group, with up to 10 people allowed on one team.
Is the $20 price per person?
No. The price is per team, not per person.
How long does the scavenger hunt last?
The activity lasts approximately one hour.
Where does the activity start?
It starts at 1110 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, USA.
Where does the activity end?
The activity ends back at the meeting point.
Do I need to bring a smartphone?
Yes. The activity uses an app, and an activity-owned smartphone is not included.
Is transportation included?
No. Private transportation is not included.
Is the activity guided?
It is self-guided, but a remote interactive survival guide is available through app chat for one hour.
Can my group choose the order of the tasks?
Yes. You can find the survival items and complete the challenges in any order you choose.
Is cancellation free?
Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes during that period are not accepted.
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