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“Bryan was amazing!! Being a local for his entire life, he knew so much about everything!! We really enjoyed our experience!!”
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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“Our guide was exceptional! We learned so much about the history around Charleston. I highly recommend this tour.”
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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“The operators were extremely knowledgeable and personable. We felt very safe. The harbor is gorgeous. It was fun to see the beautiful homes and also the cargo ships coming in and out. We had gorgeous weather…it was a highlight of our vacation!”
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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“This was the highlight of my trip! The trip was smooth and relaxing. Captain was witty, crew was engaging. They even let me help hoist the sails. Drinks (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic) are available for purchase on the ship. I will 100% do this again.…”
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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“Really friendly and fun guide- learned lots about the salt marsh and he made sure we saw dolphins (they were a little out of their normal territory due to Hurricane Erin). 100% recommend. We even saw a loggerhead turtle and an otter!”
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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“Exactly what we wanted, great crew, knowledgeable and fun to be around! We enjoyed relaxing on a private cruise and will be back with the kids!”
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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“This was an amazing experience, as beginners we were hoping to catch on quick and that we did, we felt confident throughout the entire experience and had wonderful guides to help us should anything come up. It really felt more like a lake day with…”
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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“Traveling with Captain Jody was the best! He shared his knowledge of the local wildlife and dolphins we saw. We had a full crew of family visiting for the first time and it was one of their favorite parts of their trip. We look forward…”
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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 friendly and knowledgeable. The trip was exactly as advertised and very enjoyable.”
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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“We enjoyed our guide, Prudence, and being so up close to the dolphins. Everyone at Folly Beach Kayak was so kind and helpful. We just loved every moment!”
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10 reviews2 hoursFrom $55by Charleston SUP Safaris
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