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2025 Boat Tours Guide

Middleton Place

Enchanting gardens, interactive history, and breathtaking views abound at Middleton Place, one of the top-ranked attractions by Charleston newcomers and seasoned vacationers alike.

City Market

New Charleston visitors are often advised to start their regional tour with a visit to the historic City Market, a massive four block meeting place that sells homegrown goods and exquisitely crafted arts and crafts from all over the low country. A...

Gibbes Museum of Art

Art lovers will want to reserve an afternoon or two to explore the acclaimed Gibbes Museum of Art, a stunning addition to Charleston's historic district that is simply impressive both inside and out. Home to an ever-rotating and permanent collection...

William Aiken House

Washington Square and Meeting Street visitors are encouraged to take a minute's stroll over to Elizabeth Street to admire the Governor William Aiken House, also known as the Aiken-Rhett House. The sprawling home is a treasure in Charleston, and...

Charleston Museum

It's almost ironic that The Charleston Museum, which paints a complete portrait of Charleston's centuries of history, has a unique history all its own. Well known as "America's First Museum" and recently named one of the top five museums in...

City Marina

The Charleston City Marina is often deemed the "Mega Marina," as it is easily one of the largest marinas in the southeastern United States. Conveniently located at mile marker 469.5 along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), and just a stone's throw...

Folly Beach

The seaside town of Folly Beach, and the barrier island of the same name, has a lot of lovingly applied nicknames from long-time locals and visitors alike. Known as "One of the last real American Beach towns," and "The Edge of America," this...

Miles Brewton House

The Miles Brewton House may seem, at first glance, one of many impressively grand and antique southern mansions that line the downtown streets of Charleston, but this home is a favorite among any guided or self-led walking tour for both its story...

Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim

The Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Synagogue, a famous icon just off of Market Street, has a fitting place among Charleston's long list of historical churches and buildings as the county's second oldest Synagogue, and the oldest Synagogue that remains in...

Mt. Pleasant, SC

The sunny community of Mt. Pleasant is often overlooked by its more famous neighbor to the south, Charleston, but this large suburban town has a wealth of authentic southern charm, history, activities and dining options that are sure to keep any...

H.L. Hunley

On February 17th 1864, the city of Charleston, deep in the throes of the Civil War, made history with a small 8 men crew that was stationed in a revolutionary new vessel in the Charleston Harbor. The H.L. Hunley was an experimental new addition to...

Full Moon Boat Tour

Flipper Finders

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$50.00 - $700.00

The Full Moon rise can be extremely spectacular near Morris Island. Duration 2 hours About This tour heads to Morris Island in time for the sunset and then sticks around for the moon to rise over the ocean. Along the way, we look for...

Private Eco-Tour and Dolphin Watch

Absolute Reel Screamer Charters

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$225.00 - $275.00

Explore the history of this unique eco-system by land and sea! Duration 2 Hours About This private 2 hour boat tour is what Folly Beach is really all about! We'll cruise through calm rivers lined with oyster beds as your captain looks...

Private Inshore Fishing

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$475.00

*Private fishing charters for you and yours!* Duration 4 hours Rates **Private Charter** - $475 *Charter price includes groups of 2. Each additional person is $75 more. Maximum fisherman per boat is 6* About Fish our tidal creeks...

Dolphin Discovery Sunset Cruise

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$40.00 - $50.00

*Come with us and locate bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles!* Duration 2.5 hours About Join our naturalist on a search and discovery mission on this 2.5 hour boat excursion to encounter the fascinating bottlenose dolphin and...

**Private** Charleston Harbor BYOB Boat Tour

Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$600.00 - $1,800.00

*There is no better way to see the Charleston than on the Private Charleston harbor BYOB Boat Tour!* __________ Rates & Options **2-Hour Private Charter:** - Up to 10 People: $600 - Any additional person (up to 15 total): $60 per person - 20...

Private Charter - Skiff

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$250.00 - $1,250.00

*Make memories that last a lifetime!* Rates **One Hour Charter:** $250 **Two Hour Charter:** $500 **Three Hour Charter:** $750 **Four Hour Charter:** $1000 **Five Hour Charter:** $1250 **Six Hour Charter:** $1500 *Low country boil or...

Afternoon Dolphin Boat Tour on The Sea & The Rose

Get on board as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly beach! Duration 2 hours About We search for the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that live here year-round. Your experienced captain shares their knowledge about this beautiful...

3-Hour Bachelor/Bachelorette Party
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$50.00 - $900.00

We specialize in Bachelorette and Bachelor parties! Duration 3 Hours About Jump aboard our 18 passenger BeachCat Saltwater Pontoon Boat and let's get the party started! Cruise the waterways of the Folly River, just south of Charleston...

Charleston Harbor Tour

Charleston Speed Boat Adventures

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$150.00 - $224.70

Rates **Single Passenger Boat (for one person):** $120 *For 1 person | Fuel charge & Environmental Fees are included in the price. Weight Limit 450lbs.* Duration 2 Hours About Fully narrated tour for 13 miles through the world-famous...

Private Skiff Charter

Sandlapper Water Tours

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$600.00 - $800.00

Hop aboard our 26-foot Carolina skiff for a 2 Hour Private Cruise featuring whatever your heart desires. Duration 2 or 3 Hours About You'll have the chance to select which type of tour your group would be most interested in while booking...

**Private** Charleston Sunset Boat Tour

Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$600.00 - $1,200.00

*Private tour for up to 15 guests!* ______________ Rates **2-Hour Private Charter:** - Up to 10 People: $600 - Any additional person (up to 15 total): $60 per person - 20% for the captain and first mate ___________________________________ ...

Bachelorette Parties
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$850.00

**Groups** 3 hours (can add additional time) Group tours are great for bachelor and bachelorette parties, company outings, and church groups. We can sail to a nearby beach, raft up the boats together for a huge floating party platform, or race the...

Fireworks for Freedom Show on the Charleston Harbor

Watch the 4th of July fireworks show from your own privately guided Cruisin Tiki. Duration 2 hours What to Bring - Your camera - Sunscreen (no sprays) - Sunglasses - Bug spray - Maybe a hat - Extra water to drink - A light jacket, long...

Morris Island Drop Off

Flipper Finders

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$350.00

This is a completely self-guided adventure! About Whether you're a curious naturalist, history nerd, love picking up shells, looking for Megalodon teeth, or just want to sit with your beach chair, umbrella and cooler, you will enjoy this...

Lowcountry Boil Beachside Cookout

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$65.00 - $80.00

Include a cruise to Capers Island, fresh seafood, time to explore, and more! Duration 3.5 hours About How does fresh local shrimp, smoked sausage, sweet corn, red potatoes and onions all boiled perfectly together in special seasonings...

Capers Island Wildlife Exploration

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$45.00 - $55.00

Immerse yourself in the beauty and wildlife that Capers Island has to offer! Duration 3.5 hours About Enjoy a 3.5 hour boat excursion as we venture to Capers Island, one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands. We will cruise...

Morning Dolphin Boat Tour on The Sea & The Rose

Join us on our signature dolphin tour for an experience you’re not likely to forget. Duration 2 Hours About Get on board as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly beach while we search for the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins...

Two Hour Harbor Boat Tour

Charleston Historic Tours

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$280.00 - $320.00

Private Historic Harbor Tour | Tours up 6 people Duration 2 Hours About The one of a kind perspective from cruising the water of Charleston Harbor provides insight into how this historic city developed since its founding in 1670. The vessel...

Sunset Dolphin Boat Tour on The Sea & The Rose

Join us on our signature dolphin tour for an experience you’re not likely to forget. Duration 2 Hours About Catch the sunset as we explore the creeks and marshes behind Folly beach while we search for the wild Atlantic bottlenose...

Blue Crabbing Excursion

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$48.00 - $60.00

*Come crabbing with us! (This activity is only offered from Memorial Day to Labor Day)* Duration 3.5 hours About We will venture on our shaded excursion vessel equipped with a restroom and beaching ramp to Capers Island preserve and crab...

Family Fun Fishing

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$190.00 - $3,000.00

Want to get your kids pumped about fishing? Rates **1-6 People** - $190 per hour **7-16 People** - $240 per hour About Want to get your kids pumped about fishing? We have been taking large families with kids fishing for over 20 years. We can...

Private Sunset Sail Up to 6 people

Sunset Sail Details For up to 6 people. Enjoy a two-hour sail that begins an hour or so before the local sunset. The sun sets over the marsh in brilliant colors and the best way to see one is from the deck of a quietly sailing catamaran. We'll...

Private Day/Dolphin Sail Up to 6 people

See Folly Beach like Never Before! About Sail Folly sails daily at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm from the Folly River boat landing located on Center Street. During the two-hour sail, we often see dolphin, pelicans, herons, osprey and egrets as well as...

The Ultimate Bachelorette Boat Experience

Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$1,200.00

![Description of image](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/v3vdBDq4RgK8FMfSnlS5) Join us for the Ultimate Bachelorette Boating Experience! After arriving at the boat one of our crewmembers will help load drinks and snacks in our coolers. Once...

Private Charter - Caretta

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$475.00 - $2,375.00

*Private fishing charters for you and yours!* Rates **One Hour Charter:** $475 **Two Hour Charter:** $950 **Three Hour Charter:** $1425 **Four Hour Charter:** $1900 **Five Hour Charter:** $2375 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are...

Captain’s Tour: Exclusive Access and Insights to the Ship and Crew

Come walk in the steps of heroes by getting a behind the scenes tour of the Yorktown featuring exclusive access to areas of the ship not normally accessible to the general public. Highlights Include: -Step in an original B-25 Mitchell Bomber...

Private Charter - Kenner

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$190.00 - $760.00

*Make memories that last a lifetime!* Rates **One Hour Charter:** $190 **Two Hour Charter:** $380 **Three Hour Charter:** $570 **Four Hour Charter:** $760 **Five Hour Charter:** $950 **Six Hour Charter:** $1140 *Low country boil or...

**Private** Charleston Harbor Boat Cruise

Holy City Boat Tours of Charleston

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$600.00 - $1,800.00

- 20% for the captain and first mate Our private cruise starts a board our 28 ft one of a kind Carolina skiff. After you’ve settled in, grab your favorite cold beverage or snack, we will begin our cruise down the Ashley River to the beautiful...

Private Charter - Delphinus

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$475.00 - $2,375.00

*Private fishing charters for you and yours!* Rates **One Hour Charter:** $475 **Two Hour Charter:** $950 **Three Hour Charter:** $1425 **Four Hour Charter:** $1900 **Five Hour Charter:** $2375 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are...

Family Fun Day

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$190.00 - $3,000.00

*Immerse your family in the pristine beauty of our salt marshes barrier islands on a private boat excursion.* Rates **1-6 People** - $190 per hour **7-16 People** - $240 per hour About Your naturalist guide will engage your family in...

School Group

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$190.00 - $3,000.00

*Field trips and school programs for K-12!* Rates **Student:** $30 *Lunch is available for an additional charge (includes hamburger, hot dog, fruit snacks, and water).* Duration 4.5 hours About Scientific Process and Inquiry Skills...

USS Yorktown Paranormal Investigation

Come explore hidden areas of the haunted USS Yorktown that remain completely unrestored and off-limits to the general public. On this investigation, we will attempt to connect to the spirits of fallen heroes who once served aboard the ship. You will...

Blue Life Charters stands out as your premier provider of private boat tours in Charleston, SC, blending family ownership with expert operation. We take immense pride in delivering a luxury yacht experience without the accompanying luxury price tag.