Charleston Harbor Bay Tour by Speedboat
See the city from a unique vantage point as your guide shares facts and stories about Charleston. Pilot your own speedboat during this fully narrated, 13-mile tour through the world-famous Charleston Harbor.
Enjoy once-in-a-lifetime views of the Battery, USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, the downtown Charleston skyline, Waterfront Park, South Carolina Aquarium, the cruise ship terminal and other awesome Charleston sights.
Don’t forget to take photos and look for local wildlife along the way!
Rates - including tax
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
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Boat(s) (Total Per Boat for One Person in a Single Passenger Boat, Ages 18+): |
$161.75 |
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Boat(s) (Total Per Boat for 2 Persons in a Double Passenger Boat, Driver Must Be Age 18+): |
$193.11 |
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Boat(s) (Total Per Boat for 3 Persons in a a Triple Passenger Boat, Driver Must Be Age 18+): |
$242.80 |
Tour / Activity Details
11:00 am & 1:00 pm daily (March 1-15)
9:00 am, 11:00 am & 1:00 pm daily (Mid March through December)
24 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Minimum age to drive a boat is 18. A variable fuel surcharge fee may be payable at check-in on the day of the tour. Pricing is per-boat for the number of persons indicated. Tour does not include hotel pick up; departure location will be specified on your E-Ticket. Please order online or call us at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.
There is a $6.95 USD processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order. There is a service charge per ticket. This charge will be reflected on your summary before you checkout. The total shown at checkout includes any fuel surcharges, service charges and tax. There are no additional charges, unless otherwise specified.
Tour / Activity Policies
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds. All sales are final.
Change Fee Policy: If changes are allowed on a tour or activity, a $20.00 per reservation change fee will be applied for any change to a reservation. Please note that some tours and activities do not allow any changes. Date changes can only be made only if we can confirm availability on the new date. While we cannot guarantee any changes can be made, all change requests must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to the tour departure and must be handled on an individual basis through our Reservations Center.
Tour / Activity Description
COVID-19 Protocols Updates
The city of Charleston nor the state of South Carolina currently has any mandates regarding COVID-19. However - shops, attractions and tours are carefully managing the number of guests at any given time and may ask you to wear a mask and maintain proper social distance to enter/participate.
Includes:
- Your own F13 mini speed boat
- USCG approved life jacket
- Bottled water
- Instruction covering boating basics, rules of the road, tour hand signals and a professional trained guide leading and narrating the tour
About the boats:
- Your boat is very safe, stable, and comfortable.
- Boats are equipped with all the necessary Coast Guard approved safety equipment.
- Each boat can carry up to 3 persons and is powered by a super-quiet, eco friendly 30 horsepower outboard motor.
- Easy to drive! You will be sitting in a comfortable cushioned seat. You steer the wheel just like a car, and have a throttle on your side with 3 positions (forward, neutral, reverse). You can cruise slow or as fast as a jetski.
- Boats do have a storage compartment but bags can get wet - so beware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any restrictions or weight requirements? -- Yes, there is a per boat weight limit of 500 lbs. A small child (under 50 lbs) is allowed to sit in the middle. You must be 18 years or older to drive a boat by yourself.
Any health restrictions? -- Although usually calm, the waters can be choppy at times. Those with neck or back problems or a recent surgery should not participate. Pregnant women should not participate.
Will I get wet? -- The boats are very dry and you should not get wet.
What should I wear/bring? -- If the weather is a bit chilly, long pants and a jacket are fine on the boat. If you choose, a bathing suit or shorts on warmer days is always comfortable. Wear what you would to the beach, depending on the temperature. Other suggestions: sandals or flip-flops, a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses.
Can we switch drivers? -- Absolutely! You will stop several times during the tour and you can switch drivers if you like when the boats are stopped, as long as each driver is age 18+.
What if I am by myself and have not arranged for a Single Boat? -- If there is another single on the tour, then you may be paired together and you can make a new friend. If not, then you get the boat to yourself.
What if I have never driven a boat? -- No problem! The boats are very simple to operate and your guide will make sure you are fully comfortable with the operation before you leave the dock.
24 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Minimum age to drive a boat is 18. A variable fuel surcharge fee may be payable at check-in on the day of the tour. Pricing is per-boat for the number of persons indicated. Tour does not include hotel pick up; departure location will be specified on your E-Ticket. Please order online or call us at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.