The 6 Best Charleston Yacht Cruises

1.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 395 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · whole boat $499, up to 6 Our pick

Set sail from Ashley River Marina on a private, crewed yacht for up to six people. You’ll cruise Charleston Harbor, pass Fort Sumter, look for dolphins, and frame the Ravenel Bridge at sunset. Captains such as Will, Holly, Brian, Glenn, and Ryan provide local stories and handle the sailing while you relax with BYOB drinks and snacks.

“Very relaxed good time. Our crew was a set of perfessional, and entertaining guys. I will absolutely book again when I have family or friends come in town.”

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2.Private Luxury Sunset Sail on the 50ft Sailing Yacht Fate BYOB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · whole boat $760, up to 6

Set sail from 17 Lockwood Drive aboard the 50-foot yacht Fate for a private Charleston sunset cruise. Captain Scott and crew members such as Will, Sam, Grace, Maddie, and Adam have hosted sailings featuring the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, USS Laffey, and sometimes Fort Sumter. Soft drinks are included, while you bring alcohol and snacks or arrange catering.

“We had the absolute perfect sunset sail. We had Captain Scott with Will as his first mate. The boat is spacious and comfortable. I would highly recommend this trip!!”

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3.Private BYOB Afternoon Harbor Sail On 50ft Sailing Yacht Fate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · whole boat $599, up to 6

Sail privately aboard the 50-foot yacht Fate with Captain Scott, Will, Adam, or another experienced local captain and a first mate such as Sam or Monique. Bring your own alcohol, enjoy complimentary soft drinks, and cruise past the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, and sometimes Fort Sumter.

“Great trip! Definitely worth it!! Amazing crew and captain! They were very knowledgeable about the area and they are experienced sailors.”

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4.Charleston: Private BYOB Luxury Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 2h 30m · whole boat $500, up to 6

Spend 150 private minutes aboard a monohull sailing yacht or spacious motor yacht with your own captain and crew. Bring alcohol, snacks, and drinks, then cruise past the Charleston Battery, Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, the USS Yorktown, and the Ravenel Bridge. Captains such as Will, Holly, and Whitt have made this an especially personal outing.

“Holly and her crewmate (hate that I can't remember her name) were absolutely incredible! They were able to answer all of our questions, from the local area to sailing. it felt more like hanging with friends than guides. The trip absolutely worth the money and will be something I do whenever someone visits me.”

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5.Private Morning Excursions on Yacht Kismet up to 20 passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · whole boat $1,549, up to 15

Take a private morning cruise from Charleston aboard yacht Kismet for up to 20 passengers. You’ll pass Fort Sumter, pause near USS Yorktown, cruise beneath the Ravenel Bridge, and may swim from the boat using provided rafts. Captains and crew members such as Quent, Haley, Scott, Madi, and Nick have hosted past outings.

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6.Private Sunset Harbor Tour 20 passenger party Yacht Kismet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · whole boat $1,549, up to 15

Board Yacht Kismet at 17 Lockwood Drive for a private Charleston sunset cruise with your own group. Captain Scott, Quent, Quinn, Sam, Monique, and Hailey have all led recent trips. Expect Battery views, Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, Ravenel Bridge, dolphins, music, drinks, and time on the water.

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