Private Tour

Private Sunset Sail BYOB Dolphin/History Tours on 43ft Mystique

Overview

Available languages

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Welcome to Mystique, the beautiful 43ft sailing yacht operated by the longest running private charter company in Charleston's history. #1 activity on Tripadvisor for over 12 years, our sailing yachts are the highest quality and operated by two professional crew to give you the best experience possible.

Standard 2 hour charters are private, only you and the guests in your party will be on board. Additional hours can be added by request.

We depart from the safe Harbor City Marina downtown Charleston and sail out towards fort Sumter or the Arthur Ravenel Jr bridge, past the battery and the historic forts on the Charleston Harbor. We always point out the bottlenose dolphins that we see and try to get as close as we can for your viewing pleasure.

Great for children and adults alike, we have plenty of shade, two bathrooms and soft drinks refreshments are included.

We strive to provide the best customer service giving our guests the finest sailing experience available in Charleston.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Battery & White Point Gardens

Sail Past the Charleston Battery and see the pre antebellum homes that adorn the waterfront.

Admission Not Applicable

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

We typically pass by the Ravenel Bridge

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Complimentary Soft Drinks Included

Bottled water

Gratuities

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Private Sunset Sail BYOB Dolphin/History Tours on 43ft Mystique

Reviews

5.00

43 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A must do when in Charleston
Stacy H,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Experience was incredible captain and first mate were over the top helpful and made the experience incredible ! Sunset views are breathe taken !
A memory that will last a lifetime
Heston O,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely incredible experience!! The crew was phenomenal. Captain Scott, and Maddie were amazing!! We brought our own wine and food, and Maddie put together a charcuterie board for us. They made sure that we were their number one priority and that we were taken care of. Even with a little bit of rain we still had one the most amazing time. Captain Scott and Maddie thank you so much for your hospitality and for giving us a memory that we will never forget.
The best experience!!
390mallih,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best time! Will and Sam were so great and made the cruise a 10/10 experience. It was a well kept boat and a beautiful view. We saw dolphins too! Would definitely recommend.
Anxiety Melted Away
jaimehM4969XL,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our anxiety melted away as my husband and I and our friends bored the Mystique with Will and Sam. From the moment Sam picked us up with his happy and outgoing smile, we knew we were in for a great night. The fun of the boat shifting side to side, the dolphins swimming next to us and the need to not do one thing the whole tour was amazing. Sam kept our glasses flowing and us laughing while Will navigated us smoothly along the coast. This was hands down our favorite excursion during out time in Charleson and have locked it in as a core memory! Thank you Charleston Sailing Charters!
Best Charleston sunset tour
debbiegV9759NR,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing sunset tour with Charleston sailing charters. Sam and Will took amazing care of all of us! Bring food for your charter! It's a definite must!!
Wonderful sunset sailboat ride!
laurenmB1280PW,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Will and Anna were so wonderful! They welcomed my book club and I on board (even helped us find the dock after getting a little bit lost) and then gave us a wonderful sail along the coast of downtown Charleston! We saw many dolphins and had great conversations with them as well. Would 100% recommend!!
Fantastic Time Aboard
jhrice,Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best time! Will & Sam were our Captain and First Mate. They were so much fun - making the trip relaxing, but also one where we learned quite a bit from them about the city, the harbor and the coastline. The sailboat was in good condition… and it was something special to see how the rigging worked up close. We had a few dolphin sightings near our boat and caught a beautiful sunset to cap off our evening. Highly recommend! As a very appreciated extra, the whole team cared so well for my mom (who uses a cane). They called for a golf cart to shorten her walk and were genuinely patient and kind assisting her onboard and off again. Many thanks to all who aided us in making her time special.
Five star crew on a stormy evening
RachelM279,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The crew showed us a great and safe time on a stormy night. Our family gathered in the cabin to wait out the storm. Highly recommend.
Great - Rain or Shine!
Cody J,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Will and Sam were awesome! They made the most out of a bad situation. There was a lot of rain on our sail boat ride, but they did everything they could to keep us dry. We brought our own cheese and charcuterie in a to go bag. Sam put it together and brought it up to the main deck for us. Made sure my wine glass stayed full and treated us like we were staying at a 5 star hotel. Great conversation the whole time. We got to see dolphins, learn some history, and see some of the sunset.
Highly Recommend!!
emilydW6260WB,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The cruise experience was amazing. The boat was very comfortable and spacious. There were complimentary water and sodas for the ride. You can either BYOB or buy a bottle of wine while on board. The views were beautiful and on the way back to shore, the sunset came through the clouds and it was so peaceful and breathtaking. Will and Maddie made it such a fun experience and were attentive to all of our needs. If we visit Charleston again, we will definitely take another cruise. I definitely recommend, you won’t be disappointed.