Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the beautiful sights and sounds of the Charleston harbor and surrounding waterways aboard our 45-foot USCG certified power catamaran as Charleston’s unique skyline comes alive with peaceful and breathtaking views of sunset silhouetted steeples. Dolphins and shore birds will entertain you with their whimsy. You'll enjoy seeing sites such as the forts, the Battery, the islands and the lighthouses. See the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge from a different perspective as we cruise under it. This is not a guided tour. However, our captain and mate are prepared to answer any questions that you may have. Soft drinks, beer and wine are available for purchase.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If there is any in-climate weather approaching. Please contact Supplier prior to arrival. Phone is in the Voucher.
Dress code is smart casual
Paid parking is available in the SC Aquarium Parking Garage (5 minute walk) or at the parking meters on Concord Street. Please keep in mind that street parking can sometimes be difficult to find. The Charleston Maritime Center (owned by the City of Charleston) sadly does not offer parking to the public. However, passengers are allowed to be dropped off. As you get closer to the water look for the blue & white Sandlapper Tours ticket booth on the left dock. Feel free to call if you have questions or need help.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Fort Sumter National Monument
Pass by without stopping.
South Carolina Aquarium
Pass by without stopping.
Options
Sunset Cruise
Sunset Cruise - Sandlapper: Experience this Sunset Cruise of the Charleston harbor & surrounding waterways aboard our 45-foot USCG power catamaran.
Reviews
959 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sunset Cruise
Elizabeth T,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Captain Mike and Dallas were great team! We had a great sunset cruise. Great energy and great music.
Great tour, boat size and space
Chip M,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00I’ve lived here over 10 years. This is the best tour I’ve been on. Between Victor and Captain Mike, The enthusiasm, sights shown and described were just right. They’ve took us out to places I’ve not seen on other tours before and pointed out a few things that were interesting to know about. I don’t like the large overcrowded boats on some tours, and this was just right at 41 maximum including crew. We had around 25 folks on our tour. Our family of four had a nice time, a couple drinks and some great pictures on board. One thing they did not have which I appreciated was no photographer doing the mandatory boarding shot. Victor did offer to take a shot of your group If you wanted it, with your camera, which was nice. They had a nice comfortable mix of music on board, with no songs about sinking ships. We’ll definitely be back. Please tell your local friends.
This was an excellent...
Mojdeh H,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an excellent cruise with beautiful views and a great captain and team. Would definitely recommend!
Best harbor cruise ever!!!
David D,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00You will absolutely love this harbor cruise!! The crew of 2, Admiral Mike, and first mate Dallas, who doubled as ticket taker, info director and do everything but drive the boat, were kind, funny, informative and totally entertaining deserve 10 stars!!! If you go on this cruise, you will come back and tell friends how great this trip was. Thank you for excellent time, and no, I’m not related to either of them, haha. Book the cruise now!!!!
Dolphins, stories and fun on the water!
Ryan H,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Captain Mike is really funny and the tour is lighthearted fun! The boat goes all over the Harbor with a fun playlist and unique stories about Charleston that include the local “tea” haha. He took everyone’s photo at sunset and made it really special. There were lots of dolphin sightings too! We had a great time and highly recommend!
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