
3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm
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September 2026
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Is 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm worth booking?
3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm is a 3-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $625 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (18)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $625 per person
Enjoy a half day cruising the harbor on a private center console captained by a professional yacht captain. Stop at secluded island beaches for shark tooth hunting, shelling or just lay out on the beach. We pass by all
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a half day cruising the harbor on a private center console captained by a professional yacht captain. Stop at secluded island beaches for shark tooth hunting, shelling or just lay out on the beach. We pass by all the historic areas of the harbor and more. The perfect boat to see and do it all in style! Add beach chairs, cabana, beach towels, beach cooler and JBL speaker, and make it a party on the beach (additional fees for each item). Southern Charm can reach speeds of 30mph, in three hours we can cover a lot of ground and visit many parts of the harbor. Lunch at Shem Creeks many restaurants is an option along with a long stroll on Morris island with the hopes of finding that coveted 50 million year old Megalodon tooth! Its up to you what we do and our captain will take you there! We provide, cooler with ice, soft drinks, bottled water, Bluetooth boat stereo, Emergency porto potty, and Rain ponchos just in case You may bring any food or beverages onboard.
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
- Beach towels rental $5 each
- Beach chair rental $5 each
- Beach Cabana includes setup $30
- Yeti Beach cooler and ice $20 (boat comes with a large cooler and ice but not removable to beach)
- JBL Beach Bluetooth speaker $10. (Boat has a great sound system, the JBL is great to take to the beach)
- Beach Umbrella includes setup $10
What you'll see and do
Battery & White Point Gardens
Sail Past the Charleston Battery and see the pre antebellum homes that adorn the waterfront.
Pass by without stopping
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
We typically pass by the Ravenel Bridge and discuss the destination's history.
Pass by without stopping
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
We pass by the mighty Yorktown aircraft Carrier and also share the history of this destination.
Pass by without stopping
Fort Sumter National Monument
We can sometimes get close to Ft Sumter and marvel on its significant history
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
Park or get dropped off at the main dock entrance inside the marina parking lot, follow the signs to I dock off the Main dock entrance. Walk down the main dock and take a right at the bathrooms, continue down to the second dock on the left. You should see our signs.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Park or get dropped off at the main dock entrance inside the marina parking lot, follow the signs to I dock off the Main dock entrance. Walk down the main dock and take a right at the bathrooms, continue down to the second dock on the left. You should see our signs.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Charleston Sailing Charters
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
joy and happiness
BEST DAY EVER ID DO IT EVERY DAY
via Tripadvisor
Friend Girls Trip on the Boat
Anna was a fantastic Captain with great knowledge of the city and made sure we had a fabulous time!
via Tripadvisor
You just can’t get better
They are epic. I’m obsessed and will never go anywhere in charleston without them. i love them so much!! it makes the trip so much fun ! hailey and quent!
via Tripadvisor
10/10 Amazing Experience for my Bach Party
Our time with Quent and Haley was absolutely amazing!!! We took a 3 hour boat trip for my bachelorette and had such an incredible time! They were so friendly and knowledgable. Gave us history and fun facts from Charleston but also gave us our space to enjoy the time. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
via Tripadvisor
Girls trip on the Southern Charm
Great day with Captain Dustin—he took us for a coastline cruise and knew so much about Charleston. He walked the beach with us and helped us find shark teeth for our kiddos too! The Southern Charm was perfect size for a group of 6 friends—add-on the water hammock! We were wishing we had booked a longer trip because it was such a fun morning.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm cost?
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Prices start at $625 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charleston usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charleston is not rushed.
Is 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charleston, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charleston can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charleston and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 hour BYOB Morning Boat and Beach Excursion on Southern Charm start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charleston within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Charleston?
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Charleston's best experiences are small: house museum tours with an architectural historian, Gullah heritage walks, harbour sails at sunset and Lowcountry food crawls through the market district. Plantation day trips vary enormously in how honestly they handle the history, and our ranking factors that in directly. On Outty we rank every Charleston experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour, Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel, Charleston Eco Boat Cruise with stop at Morris Island Lighthouse. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Charleston?
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March to May and September to November, the two mild shoulder windows. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Charleston?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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