Charleston Harbor: Sail on Historic 84-Foot Tall Ship

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…
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
What's Not Included
  • 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…

Location
Harbor Walk
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.

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Morgan_g
Oct 26, 2025
This was wonderful... - This was wonderful experience, either solo, friends or companion. A must do! Very friendly people and very well kept sailboat.
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Jill_k
Oct 26, 2025
Beautiful harbor cruise - Beautiful harbor cruise on a sunny day in October. Something different and unique to do. Crew was great!
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Jim_h
Oct 25, 2025
Our 1st Sailing Experience. - It was a wonderful, and relaxing, sailing experience. Great weather, great conversation with the crew, was very pleased.
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Roberta1204
Oct 23, 2025
A lovely way to spend time on the water - A lovely way to view Charleston’s harbor on a beautiful day! Relax with a glass of wine and watch the dolphins play. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Recommended!
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Cynthia_m
Oct 22, 2025
Beautiful Day…….. - This was a great experience!! The Captain and his mates were wonderful! There was no commentary in the voyage, but it was not needed……it was a beautiful fall day, and the sun on your face and the wind in your hair was what made the voyage perfect!!
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Laura_o
Oct 21, 2025
Wonderful! - What a relaxing and fun experience! I was traveling with a friend, and my daughters, ages 21 and 10. All four of us agreed it was the highlight of our trip. It’s nice that it isn’t “guided,” so you can enjoy the views, chat, and relax. There were drinks available for purchase on board. And the captain let my 10-year-old steer the schooner, which she loved. It is such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Jencandco
Oct 21, 2025
Great activity! - It was a beautiful day for our boat trip. We saw lots of dolphins and the wind was calm so the trip was very relaxing and enjoyable. The crew was super friendly. This is a great activity if you are visiting Charleston. My father is older, he gets tired walking around the city all day, and he's a former sailor so this was a perfect thing to do with him.
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Darin_k
Oct 19, 2025
Great Dolphin watch sail. - Great experience, crew was knowledgeable and entertaining. Will definitely take another trip with this operator in the future.
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Nick_h
Oct 19, 2025
Fun time! - What a beautiful experience. Very fun. The captain is knowledgeable and funny. He takes time for you and doesn't play favorites. He had a great command of the sailboat. He's just a great guy. The staff is excellent and attentive. It's really fun. Just do it!
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Carriew640
Oct 26, 2025
Captain make a bad decision! - Weather on Sunday 10/13 was forecasting for rain all day. We called early in the morning to see if cruise would be cancelled. They said it would be at the discretion of the captain. Captain Andy chose to sail even though weather was inclement. There were a total of 8 passengers and none of us were having fun. We did not see another boat on the water the 2 hours we were out. Not a fun experience!
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).