Charleston Harbor Daytime Cruise
Relax on a small-group harbor cruise with shade, local commentary, and dolphin-spotting opportunities
Duration
1.5 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 18 people
Includes
Bathroom, coolers & water
Highlights
Step away from the busy streets for a relaxed daytime cruise on Charleston Harbor. Enjoy a smaller-group setting with light local commentary and time to take in the waterfront.
- Settle into shaded seating for a comfortable ride
- Listen to light local commentary and ask the crew questions
- Watch for dolphins when they are present in the harbor
- Use the onboard bathroom during the cruise
Itinerary
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Check-in at Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant
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Cruise through Charleston Harbor during the daytime
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Enjoy a Charleston harbor cruise with views of:
- Downtown Charleston
- Fort Sumter
- Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
- USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier
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Wildlife viewing opportunities, including dolphins when present
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Return to Shem Creek
Route may vary based on weather, tides, and harbor conditions.
What's Included
- Ice-filled coolers
- Bottled water
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure
- Ages 6+ only; children must be accompanied by an adult
- Complete a passenger waiver before boarding
- No hard-sided or personal coolers, large bags, or items larger than a backpack
- No smoking or vaping onboard
- Alcohol is allowed, but no glass or handles of hard liquor; champagne bottles are allowed
- Requires dock boarding; the vessel is not wheelchair accessible
- Follow the captain's instructions at all times; disruptive or overly intoxicated passengers may have the cruise ended
- A processing fee applies
- Gratuity is not included; standard tips range from 15% to 22%
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before departure for a full refund, excluding the nonrefundable online booking fee. Cancellations within 48 hours are nonrefundable. Receive a full refund if the captain cancels due to weather.
Product ID: ZKAVBU
FAQs
Bring your own drinks and snacks. Alcohol is allowed, but do not bring glass or handles of hard liquor (champagne bottles are allowed). Coolers with ice and bottled water are provided. Hard-sided or personal coolers are not permitted.
Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat, plus a camera or phone for photos. Consider a light jacket on breezy days, and choose attire with waves and wind in mind; flats are recommended. Items larger than a backpack cannot be accommodated onboard.
No. The vessel is not wheelchair accessible due to the dock and boarding design.
Meeting details
Water's Edge Restaurant Dock, Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant, SC
