CHARLESTON
48 Tours Reviewed
BYOB on Charleston water, then sand time. The Southern Charm trip is a 3–4 hour BYOB boat-and-beach outing that sails past Charleston’s waterfront sights, including the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, the Yorktown aircraft carrier, and sometimes Fort Sumter. I love that…
Charleston’s stories run on land and water. This combo pairs an air-conditioned minibus tour of the historic district with a narrated Carolina Belle harbor cruise, so you get history fast, then see it from the water. I like two things…
Night ghosts have better sound on water. This after-dark Charleston Harbor cruise pairs a 45-foot powered catamaran with live narration, so you get the city’s spooky side from places you just can’t reach on foot. You drift past the skyline…
A pedal party on the water sounds like fun. This Charleston harbor cruise mixes scenic views, friendly crew energy, and a do-it-your-way vibe with pedal stations built right into the ride. I especially love the chance to see landmarks like…
A Charleston harbor cruise is a fast way to get your bearings. On the private boat Kismet, you get a relaxed ride with room for your whole group, plus time to swim and lounge right on the water. I like…
Dolphins and history, on open water. A private afternoon on the 43ft Mystique pairs a relaxed sail with big Charleston landmarks, and you get the kind of crew help that makes the trip feel easy. I especially like the focus…
Sunset on the water changes the whole mood. A private luxury yacht cruise in Charleston Harbor is a simple, high-reward way to see the city from the water, with a professional crew running the show and time set aside to…
Charleston from the water is a different kind of morning. This private sail on the 50ft Fate gives you that calm, hands-off view of the harbor while still letting the skipper shape the route. I like that it’s built for…
One of the best things about Charleston is getting on the water fast. This Morris Island Lighthouse eco-boat tour pairs a guided ride through tidal creeks with a full hour on the uninhabited sand, plus dolphins and a lighthouse photo…
A sunset sail can be just pretty water and soft light, but this one is also built for Charleston history and real on-deck comfort. I like that it is private for up to 6, so you’re not stuck sharing your…
Charleston Harbor looks better from a sail. This private BYOB cruise on the 50ft sailing yacht Fate turns the city’s waterfront into something you can actually see from the water. I love that you’re on a real charter with up…
Dolphins and sand dollars in one ride. This Folly Beach Eco Boat Excursion takes you to the uninhabited Morris Island area by skiff, with a guided cruise through the marshes and tidal creeks before you step onto the beach. It’s…
Charleston looks better under sail. I love the private yacht feel of the 50ft Yacht Fate and the way Charleston’s shoreline glows once the sun starts dropping. From the water, the city’s big landmarks look close enough to reach, but…
Sunset turns Charleston into a postcard. This private sailing charter lets you float the harbor during golden hour, with Captain Will steering and pointing out the sights. I love the built-in flexibility of BYOB with snacks, so you can keep…
Gold hour over Charleston starts on the dock. This cruise wins me over with its music-forward, social vibe and the way the 55-foot catamaran gives you wide, postcard-ready views of the harbor’s big landmarks. The one thing to factor in:…
