Discover Charleston by water on this affordable water taxi cruise, with chances to see dolphins, visit top landmarks, and enjoy scenic harbor views.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Easy, inexpensive and convenient way to see some of the sights in the Charleston area. We decided not to get off at every stop. Still well worth it.”
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857 reviews1 to 11 hours (approx.)From $17.00by Charleston Water Taxi
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Discover Charleston's coastal charm on a 1.5-hour harbor cruise featuring sights like Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and playful dolphins, guided by expert narrators.
★ 4.5“My wife and I had a wonderful time. The Guide was extremely knowledgeable and provided an interesting and entertaining tour. Highly recommended!”
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649 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $40by SpiritLine Cruises
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Experience Charleston's harbor aboard a classic tall ship for 1.5 hours, enjoying scenic views, dolphins, and a relaxed sailing atmosphere.
★ 4.5“Even if you don’t see any dolphins it’s very beautiful and relaxing. The crew is very friendly and attentive to the guests”
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620 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $45.00by The Schooner Pride
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Experience Charleston from the water with a private luxury yacht. Bring your own drinks, enjoy dolphin sightings, sunset views, and flexible scheduling.
★ 5.0“It’s excellent. A terrific way to relax for 2.5 hours Skipper Glenn & mate Zach were terrific. We had enough wind to sail. Watched the start of a sail boat race.”
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395 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $499.00by Blue Life Charters
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Experience Charleston Harbor on a classic schooner, hoist sails, spot dolphins, and enjoy scenic views in this relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure.
★ 4.6“Nothing - really beautiful ride and you can see the coast line really well also. Very relaxing and enjoyable. And not too hot!!”
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275 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $46by Charleston Harbor Tours
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Experience Charleston’s harbor on a classic schooner, helping hoist sails and spotting dolphins in a relaxing 1.5-hour sailing adventure for all ages.
★ 4.6“Great, relaxing boat cruise. Saw a bunch of dolphins and helped lift the sails up.”
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255 reviewsFrom $48by Charleston Harbor Tours
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Experience Charleston’s wildlife on a 1.5-hour Folly Beach dolphin tour with expert guides, scenic views, and a chance to see playful dolphins in the wild.
★ 5.0“Unfortunately, we had to turn around due to a storm that came up quite quickly. Our Captain, Jodi, got us back to land safely, and the company did give us a partial reimbursement. Overall, I was impressed by the concern for our safety and the…”
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126 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $56.00by Castaway Island Excursions
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Experience Charleston’s stunning coastline with a private sailing trip—spot dolphins, see historic landmarks, and enjoy personalized service for up to 6 guests.
★ 5.0“Skipper Will and First Mate Anna were awesome, we even got close to a pod of dolphins. The mystic was a great vessel also.”
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84 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $575.00by Charleston Sailing Charters
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Experience a calm 2-hour stand-up paddleboard safari in Folly Beach, spotting dolphins and native birds with expert guides in South Carolina.
★ 4.9“Amazing experience, 100% recommend. Dolphins were so big and beautiful and they got so close to our group!!”
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49 reviews2 hoursFrom $60by Charleston SUP Safaris
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Discover Folly Beach’s natural beauty on a private dolphin cruise, with scenic marshes, Morris Island, and expert guides. Perfect for families, friends, pet lovers.
★ 5.0“Beautiful sunset tour. Our captain was charming and personable, and his knowledge was impressive. We saw the lighthouse, multiple dolphins, and the most beautiful sunset I can remember. Nick is a gem, let my kid drive the boat.”
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43 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $55.00by Captain D
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Experience stunning Charleston harbor views, dolphins, and history on a private sunset sail aboard Mystique, with expert crew and flexible hours.
★ 5.0“Will and Sam were fantastic. They made an already great experience that much better. We had an amazing time.”
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42 reviews2 to 4 hours (approx.)From $599.00by Charleston Sailing Charters
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Experience Charleston from the water with a private sail on Fate, customizable with BYOB or catering, for a memorable 2-4 hour coastal adventure.
★ 5.040 reviews2 to 4 hours (approx.)From $599.00by Charleston Sailing Charters
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Experience Charleston's stunning harbor, dolphins, and historic sights aboard the private Mystique sailing yacht with knowledgeable guides and exceptional views.
★ 5.0“Amazing experience! Definitely recommend doing a sailing trip in Charleston. We had a wonderful time with Adam and Darby, they were great!”
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32 reviews2 to 4 hours (approx.)From $575.00by Charleston Sailing Charters
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Discover dolphins, shells, and historic lighthouse views on a private boat cruise from Folly Beach to Morris Island. Perfect for nature lovers and shell collectors.
★ 5.0“Captain Billy was great!! We will ask for him the next time we are in town. He helped my mom find shark teeth and my sister and I find great shells. His knowledge on the dolphins is amazing too.”
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20 reviews2 hoursFrom $105by Lighthouse Creek Charters, LLC
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Discover the calm of Folly River with a 2-hour kayak tour featuring dolphin sightings, expert guidance, and beginner-friendly paddling on flatwater.
★ 4.9“Great fun, our guide Prudence was very knowledgeable and gave us great information as we were going along. Would do again next time in the area!”
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10 reviews2 hoursFrom $55by Charleston SUP Safaris
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