Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour in Charleston booking from $161.80

Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour

Overview

Charleston's most exciting Speed Boat Adventure Tour! Experience the thrill of driving your own F13 speed boat during this 2-hour tour of the world-famous Charleston Harbor. See the city from a unique vantage point as your guide shares facts and stories about Charleston. This 13-mile guided tour hits all the best sights and attractions around. Follow your guide to top Charleston Harbor attractions such as the Battery, USS Yorktown, Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge, and more! Learn from your guide about these landmarks via the onboard communication system. Don't forget to take photos and look for local wildlife along the way. No boating experience is required, you will learn the basics of operating the speedboat from your guide before heading out on the water. You must be 21 years old to drive the speed boat.

City: Charleston

Mon 24 Feb

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What's Included

Fully Guided and Narrated tour

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Your own F13 mini speedboat

US Coast Guard-approved life jacket

Safety orientation

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for people with neck or back problems or a recent surgery to participate. Pregnant women should not participate.
Bring a swimsuit in the summer and a jacket in the winter, sandals or flip-flops, towel, sun block, sunglasses
The per boat weight limit of 450 lbs (227kgs)
No experience or boating license required. You must be 21 years or older to drive the boat. Minimum age is 5 years old.
The boats do have a storage compartment so bags can get wet
Voucher info: You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

What To Expect

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

Drive by Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.

South Carolina Aquarium

Drive by the South Carolina Aquarium.

Joe Riley Waterfront Park

Drive by Waterfront Park

Battery & White Point Gardens

Drive by on the water.

Patriots Point Links on Charleston Harbor

Drive by Patriot Point Links on Charleston Harbor.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (219)

BuckTheTide

Jul 2017

From water views of the Battery mansions, to bobbing beneath the Ravenel bridge, to idling in the shadow of an aircraft carrier that once retrieved an Apollo spacecraft, the 3-4 minute tour stops are interesting, informative, and provide a nice respite from the sprints in between. But it's the "go"s between the stops that are the real highlight of this tour. As you transition between stations, boaters are given free rein (and helpful navigational advice) to get all they can out of the most maneuverable boats on the water. Experienced boaters will love darting around in Charleston Harbor, while the more uninitiated (like myself) will benefit from the hands-on attention of the guides. This was only my third time behind the wheel of a boat in my life, but I never felt out of my depth as our guide was great with step-by-step instruction and advice. (As a "beginner," the smooth run up the Ashley River with backyard glimpses of The Citadel was a high point.) You'll get wetter than you think, so come prepared. But that's all part of the experience. In the words of our guide: "this ain't a pontoon tour...this is speedboating, baby!"

Response from Host

Jul 2017

Hey Buck, thanks so much for the very eloquent review. I know that you were a little bit nervous due to your lack of boating experience, but I am thrilled you learned a new skill and had so much fun. I hope you can come back soon for another speedboat adventure!

Nicole B

Jul 2017

A fun and informative adventure around the Charleston Harbor! We had the best time speeding around seeing the beautiful sights of Charleston. Our guide was funny and gave us an insightful history lesson of Charleston.

Response from Host

Jul 2017

Thanks so much for coming on a speed boat adventure. It was really nice meeting you and your husband. We hope to see you again for another ride. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Palmettobrad

Jul 2017

We had the best time touring the Charleston Harbor and local attractions via water. Boats were very smooth and my father in law had never driven a boat before Within a few minutes he was having the time of his life. Our two kids loved the tour and want to go back. Absolute blast!

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Charleston Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Tour

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