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Charleston Charter and Yacht

95 Ripley Point Dr Slip A25, Charleston, SC 29407

About

Charleston, South Carolina, is the setting for Charleston Charter and Yacht, a private yacht charter business departing from Seabreeze Marina. Its 52-foot yacht hosts harbor cruises and private events, including birthdays, bachelorette parties, elopements, anniversaries, and corporate outings. The charter primarily tours Charleston Harbor and can follow customizable routes around the historic coast.

Passengers can arrange a day on the water with curated catering options from local Charleston partners and waterfront dining before boarding. Spacious seating, climate-controlled interiors, and premium sound support time aboard, while experienced master captains bring local knowledge to each trip. For a boat rental near Charleston centered on a private yacht experience, contact Charleston Charter and Yacht to plan a customized charter for your group today.

Features

  • Private yacht charters
  • Customizable charter experiences
  • Harbor cruises
  • Curated catering options

Amenities

  • Waterfront & Access
  • Dining & Food
  • Seating & Comfort
  • Fleet & Boat Types

Why book with us

  • Customize your route for a tailored experience
  • Celebrate occasions with a private water event
  • Arrange catering from local Charleston partners
  • Enjoy spacious seating and climate-controlled interiors
  • Depart from Seabreeze Marina with downtown access

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included with a rental at Charleston Charter and Yacht?

Rentals from Charleston Charter and Yacht include life jackets, safety equipment, fuel, cooler storage, fishing gear, a bimini top, a sun deck, a Bluetooth stereo and an onboard restroom. Amenities vary by boat and by season, so confirm what comes with the boat you book.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat in South Carolina?

South Carolina law does not set a numeric minimum age to operate a rented motorboat or personal watercraft. Under S.C. Code Section 50-21-95, a person born after July 1, 2007, must meet one of the law's qualifications before operating a vessel powered by an engine of 10 horsepower or more, a personal watercraft, or a specialty propcraft. For a rental, a valid boat rental safety certificate issued in the operator's name qualifies. SCDNR says the rental certificate is valid for 30 days. The rental operator sets its own minimum age, so confirm it when booking.

Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (dnr.sc.gov)

Do you need a boating license in South Carolina?

Yes, some recreational operators need a South Carolina boating safety certificate rather than a traditional boating license. Anyone born after July 1, 2007 must have one before operating a vessel with an engine of 10 horsepower or more, a personal watercraft, or a specialty propcraft. The rule states no separate minimum operator age; an uncertified person may operate when accompanied by a qualified adult at least 18.

Exemptions include people born on or before the cutoff, nonresidents with another state's equivalent certificate, and holders of qualifying Coast Guard credentials. Renters may use an SCDNR approved rental safety certificate, valid for 30 days and only on rented craft. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources administers the program.

Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (dnr.sc.gov)

Where can you go boating from Charleston, South Carolina?

From Charleston, you can boat Charleston Harbor, the Ashley and Cooper rivers, Shem Creek, or the Intracoastal route through Wappoo Creek and Elliott Cut to the Stono River. The harbor offers sheltered water but also carries oceangoing traffic through its jettied entrance. The Ashley has a marked slow, no-wake zone near the municipal marina. Shem Creek is narrower and entered through a marked dredged channel. Wappoo Creek and Elliott Cut are current-sensitive connectors.

Public put-ins include Remley’s Point on the Wando River, Shem Creek, Wappoo Cut, Riverland Terrace on Wappoo Creek, and Folly River.

Source: NOAA Office of Coast Survey (nauticalcharts.noaa.gov)

What are the most popular boating destinations near Charleston, South Carolina?

From Charleston, boaters go to Morris Island, Capers Island Heritage Preserve and Shem Creek. Morris Island is reachable only by boat and pairs a beach stop with views of its historic lighthouse. Capers Island is an undeveloped barrier island with beach and salt marsh, making it the nature-focused choice. Shem Creek offers a different outing: a working harbor for recreational and shrimp boats, with public docks plus waterfront restaurants and bars.

Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (jamesislandsc.us)

Location

95 Ripley Point Dr Slip A25, Charleston, SC 29407

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