
Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor
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5.0/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor worth booking?
Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor is a 2-hour experience in Charleston, United States, from $525 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (9)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $525 per person
Hello travelers, Welcome to my city! Come ride with Captain Gene around the Harbor to see how beautiful Charleston is by water! It is breathtaking to see White Point Battery, FortSumter, Castle Pinckney, Shem creek, the
What you get
About this experience
Hello travelers, Welcome to my city! Come ride with Captain Gene around the Harbor to see how beautiful Charleston is by water! It is breathtaking to see White Point Battery, FortSumter, Castle Pinckney, Shem creek, the rocks of the Charleston jetties and the tallest bridge on the East coast. While traveling enjoy a safe and comfortable ride on my vessel while I give a small history lesson and the first mate caters to your every need. Ride in absolute style in my new Irish lobster boat! I can take up to 24 guest! We will be safe and dry during our tour and the envy of everyone on land! Can not wait to meet you all! Captain Gene
What's included
Included
- cooler, and speakers
- Bottled water
What you'll see and do
Charleston
My harbor cruise will start from the Harborage at Ashley Marina D-29. From my slip we will safely navigate out and under the James Island connector Bridge. We will cruise by water down the Ashley river passing by the City Mega dock where the largest and most spectacular vessels are docked! We will then pass by our local coast guard station and the White Point Battery, a very popular tourist destination. For our next leg, we travel out the South Channel towards Fort Sumter and old fort Johnson. get close to castle Pinckney and some rock out cropping that protects the harbor for shipping traffic. We will return back through the North channel passing by Shem creek and Castle Pickney. From Charleston Harbor, we will turn up the Wando river and pass under the tallest bridge on the East coast, the Ravel bridge. We concluded trip passing by water front park and the Harbor pilots office. We return back at slip. Other times available upon request just PM me! Captain Gene
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Charleston
Ashley Marina front gate or round table inside the gate at fuel dock. Its best to ride share (uber) here because visitor spaces are limited.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Ashley Marina front gate or round table inside the gate at fuel dock. Its best to ride share (uber) here because visitor spaces are limited.
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 Harbor Boat Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience
Great tour and knowledgeable captain! Really enjoyed getting to see all of the landmarks and get to know more about Charleston!
via Viator
Boat trip
Great morning on the water. Comfortable boat. Accommodating captain. Saw some dolphins. Captain shared many good stories on the river.
via Tripadvisor
Charleston’s best excursion on the water
Gene was so informative And personable he made everything very interesting and showed us so many different sites and history about Charleston the boat was beautiful the ride was great it was such a beautiful time it was the most memorable time we’ve had in Charleston thank you I definitely recommend this highly
via Viator
So glad we did this!!
This was a A+++++ Charleston harbor cruise trip. It was fascinating to hear Captain Gene share his knowledge of the history of Charleston. His boat was a nice clean boat with plenty of room for our party of six. The money was well worth the trip. If we ever leave Texas again and return to Charleston we definitely would book another trip with him.
via Viator
Worth it !
Captain Gene is personable, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. Was willing to add or subtract to the itinerary. Felt safe. Very fun!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $525 to $750
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charleston.
How much does Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor cost?
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Prices start at $525 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 Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 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 Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor?
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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 Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor?
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Around 3 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Irish Lobster boat tour in Charleston for 24 guests around Harbor 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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