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Charleston Harbor: Sail on Historic 84-Foot Tall Ship
4.5
407 Ratings
Charleston
Embark on a Charleston Harbor Cruise and witness the beauty of historic sites while sailing on a classic Tall Ship. Spot playful dolphins and explore Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and more!
Embark on a Charleston Harbor Cruise and witness the beauty of historic sites while sailing on a classic Tall Ship. Spot playful dolphins and explore Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, and more!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- The Schooner Pride - Your cruise starts at Aquarium Wharf, where you’ll board your genuine tall ship, powered only by Mother Nature and her incredible wind power. Once on board, watch the crew hoist the sails. Travel through waters that Blackbeard once anchored in, relax on deck, and imagine a time when the harbor was filled with these magnificent…
- The Schooner Pride - Your cruise starts at Aquarium Wharf, where you’ll board your genuine tall ship, powered only by Mother Nature and her incredible wind power. Once on board, watch the crew hoist the sails. Travel through waters that Blackbeard once anchored in, relax on deck, and imagine a time when the harbor was filled with these magnificent ships. You may bring your own food on board, if you wish, but not drinks; beer, wine, and soft drinks are available for purchase on board at your own expense.
- Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum - While this is not a narrated cruise, the incredible crew is happy to answer questions about some of Charleston’s most historic landmarks that you will see, such as Patriots Point and the USS Yorktown, an Essex-class aircraft carrier that played an important role during World War II.
- Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge - Don’t forget about Charleston’s own modern marvel with an up-close look at the impressive Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the western hemisphere. You’re welcome to help raise and trim the sails, or you may sit back and enjoy the ride.
- Fort Sumter National Monument - See beautiful homes that line the Battery and famous Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired, and watch for pelicans performing diving acts.
- Joe Riley Waterfront Park - Pass by Charleston Waterfront Park
What's Included
- Sail past Charleston’s notable landmarks like Fort Sumter and Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
- Relish panoramic views on an 84-foot tall ship
- Spot playful Bottle Nose Dolphins in the harbor
- Enjoy a 1.5-hour Schooner Sailing Cruise of Charleston Harbor
- Sail past Charleston’s notable landmarks like Fort Sumter and Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
- Relish panoramic views on an 84-foot tall ship
- Spot playful Bottle Nose Dolphins in the harbor
- Enjoy a 1.5-hour Schooner Sailing Cruise of Charleston Harbor
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages (available for purchase)
- Alcoholic Beverages (available for purchase)
Additional Information
Join us at Aquarium Wharf, located near Concord St. and Calhoun St. in Charleston, SC, for an unforgettable journey on our classic 84-foot Tall Ship. Experience the charm of historic Charleston Harbor with a unique sailing adventure. There’s no better way to enjoy Charleston’s stunning sights as we raise the sails and glide through the waters, passing…
Join us at Aquarium Wharf, located near Concord St. and Calhoun St. in Charleston, SC, for an unforgettable journey on our classic 84-foot Tall Ship. Experience the charm of historic Charleston Harbor with a unique sailing adventure. There’s no better way to enjoy Charleston’s stunning sights as we raise the sails and glide through the waters, passing some of the nation’s most historic landmarks and observing playful bottlenose dolphins frolicking in the harbor. Sail past iconic locations such as Fort Sumter, USS Yorktown, Arthur J. Ravenel Bridge, and the Battery. As a sailing vessel, our route and the landmarks we encounter may vary daily due to weather conditions. Come aboard for a relaxing harbor sail!
- Welcome to bring your own snacks or picnic; however you can not bring your own beverages
- Guests are welcome to go below deck or stay in the shade of the sails to keep out of the sun
- The Schooner Pride is not wheelchair accessible. We will do our best to accommodate disabled persons, but there are 5 stairs then a gangplank to cross to board. The “head” is also below deck and you will need to negotiate stairs to use it.
Location
360 Concord St
Concord Street
The Schooner Pride is docked at the floating dock at The Aquarium Wharf to the left of the SC Aquarium. Closest parking is in the Aquarium garage at 24 Calhoun Street or at the parking meters along Concord, Charlotte, Laurens and Washington Streets.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(407 Ratings)
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Rachel_d
Nov 30, 2024
Fun time - It was a fun experience. If you go in November bring warm clothes and a blanket. It can be very cold.
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Heather_f
Nov 2, 2024
A must do experience... - A must do experience while in Charleston. Everyone was so friendly! Captain and crew were great people!
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W
Oct 25, 2024
Beauty on the South Carolina water - Fun crew and beautiful day on the water. Lots of dolphin, pelicans and a huge jumping fish. Had fun learning how to hoist sails.
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James_p
Oct 14, 2024
Great experience. - The crew were wonderful. They really made it an enjoyable experience. We were able to see several dolphins and the perfect weather certainly didn't hurt.
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Heather_m
Oct 14, 2024
Sail away - We were very impressed with the staff and the sail. They were very professional and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend it if you are looking for relaxing experience.
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Dan_f
Oct 14, 2024
Everything was great. - The people working there were great, friendly. The launch point was easy to find. Plenty of drinks for everyone. Highly recommend.
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769marianh
Oct 13, 2024
Great trip - It was a beautiful day, great trip on a sailboat. The 3 people who worked on the boat were funny, friendly and informative. It was not a tour, so they answered what they knew. We did see dolphins but more fun was helping to raise the sails. My friend and I, both 67, helped and boy was that fun!!!
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Martin_f
Nov 30, 2024
Boat ride with family. - Boat ride; not much else. In and out. Not great. No narration of the scenery. And did not go past Fort Sumpter as advertised.
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Karen_w
Oct 31, 2024
It wasn't even a Scooner at all. - Paid for a sailing scooner and it turned out to be a harbor boat. Was told it left at noon, when it left 15 minutes earlier. I read the ticket info several times to make sure we were in the right place. I paid twice as much for this event to get the same ride we had done previously on the same area. I feel taken advantage of. There was no office to ask about this as it was under construction. Three for three events with this tour group have not met expectations. We booked at one time so didn't know they would be a problem. Be wary in your choices.
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Thomas_f
Dec 30, 2024
Shockingly bad experience. Frustrating….. - The boat was nice. Unfortunately the crew came out 20 minutes past 1pm when the operator instructed everyone to be at the boat at 12:45pm at the absolute latest. There was no communication for the 35 minutes that we all sat there waiting on the dock.
A lack of communication was the theme for this tour. I have never been on a soghtseeing tour with no talking. We learned nothing about the area, the sights, Fort Sumter, history, buildings, restaurants, Charleston, the ports, the bridges, the waterways. Literally nothing. There was no talking at all. We did see a few dolphins.
If you want to go for a silent boat ride for two hours and have no idea what is going on this is a great option.
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