Go boating like a local

Come check out the Charleston area waterways like a local on Southern Anchor Charters. We specialize in small group boat trips that will give you an unforgettable experience. Climb aboard for views you can only get from the water. From romantic sunset cruises to looking for treasures on Morris Island we have you covered.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Boat like a local on a trip with a Family owned and operated boat tour company in Charleston SC. You will board a spacious 22-foot Avalon tritoon with plenty of room for you to relax on comfortable couch seating while we tour the Charleston Harbor area or the Folly Beach backcountry. Our boat tour is designed to cover a large area, giving you a great sightseeing experience. As we cruise the waterways we will be on the lookout for Dolphin, Pelicans, Osprey, and other Lowcountry wildlife. When Dolphin are spotted, we will ease up to them for a great photo opportunity. On our way to Morris Island, you will have the best view the Lowcountry and its wildlife. We will stop at Morris Island with plenty of time for you to hunt for shark teeth, whelk shells, sand dollars, and other treasures or just kick back and relax on the beach. Morris island is uninhabited and only accessible by boat. As we head back to the landing you will continue to enjoy the views of Charleston Lowcountry.

Sail Away to Something Great

Join me on this two-hour private boat tour as we ride through Folly Beach’s most pristine marshlands on our way to Morris Island. As we cruise the estuary, we will be on the lookout for our local wildlife that inhabit the area including bottlenose dolphins, bald eagles, osprey, pelicans, or a sea turtle. We land at Morris Island where you will enjoy a quiet beach only accessible by boat where you can look for the seashells, sand dollars, whelks, shark teeth, and more. Morris island is the best place to take photos of the historic Morris Island Lighthouse. You will have over an hour to explore at your own pace before getting back on the boat for the trip back. This trip is for up to six guests for one low price.

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Trips

FOLLY BEACH

Join us on a 2.5-hour boat tour through the local tidal creeks behind Folly Beach in search of our local dolphins. From the boat you will get to experience feeding techniques, socializing behaviors, and dolphins just having fun in their natural element. When spotted we will drift alongside them for great photo opportunities a get a little information about this wonderful creature. We’ll stop at Morris Island where you will have plenty of time to explore and take photos of the historic Morris Island Lighthouse. Our trips are designed to give our customers a true Lowcountry experience on one of the most comfortable tritoons available.

CHARLESTON HARBOR DOLPHIN CRUISE

Our trip will start at Shem Creek on a luxurious Avalon Tritoon where you will sit on comfortable couch seating with a table on board to enjoy your snacks and beverages. As we cruise through Charleston Harbor you will be able to see many of the historic sites including the Battery, Rainbow Row, Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, Ft. Sumter, and many more. Along the way we will be on the lookout for Bottlenose Dolphin, Pelicans, ospreys, and other local marine life. When we spot dolphin, I will stop the boat for you to photograph and enjoy them in their natural habitat. We will stop at Morris Island with over an hour for you to search for shark teeth, whelk shells, sand dollars, and other treasures or just kick back and relax. Morris Island is an uninhabited island only accessible by boat. When we leave the island we will continue our leisurely cruise enjoying the sights back to Shem Creek.

SUNSET CRUISE

One of the best ways to see a sunset is from the Charleston Harbor. Kick back, relax, enjoy a beverage and snack on comfortable couch seating aboard a luxurious tritoon. As the sun sets you will see amazing colors reflecting off the water. We will cruise to several historic sites such as the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Ft. Sumter, and the USS Yorktown while looking out for dolphins and other local wildlife. Once dolphins are spotted, I will ease up to them for photo opportunities and watch them in their natural habitat. After the sun sets, we’ll continue to cruise the Harbor where you will see the city lights come to life.

FOLLY BEACH DOLPHIN WATCHING AND SHELLING TOUR'

CHARLESTON HARBOR CRUISE

Our trip will start at Remley’s Point Boat Landing or Shem Creek Boardwalk where. As we cruise through Charleston Harbor you will be able to see many of the historic sites including the Battery, Rainbow Row, Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, Ft. Sumter, and many more. Along the way we will be on the lookout for Bottlenose Dolphin, Pelicans, ospreys, and other local marine life. When we spot dolphin, I will stop the boat for you to photograph and enjoy them in their natural habitat. We will stop on a dredge Island with over an hour for you to search for shark teeth, whelk shells, sand dollars, and other treasures or just kick back and relax. Dredge Islands are uninhabited island only accessible by boat. When we leave the island, we will continue our leisurely cruise enjoying the sights back to the landing.

SUNSET CRUISE

One of the best ways to see a sunset is from Charleston Harbor or Folly Beach Backcountry. Kick back, relax, enjoy a beverage and snack on comfortable couch seating aboard a luxurious Avalon tritoon. If you want the city in the background, then the Charleston Harbor trip is for you. We will cruise to several historic sites such as the Battery, Ravenel Bridge, Ft. Sumter, and the USS Yorktown. As the sun sets you will see the city lights reflecting off the water. If the Backcountry is more your style the Folly Beach trip is for you. We cruise the backcountry estuary where you will have an unobstructed view of the sunset.

BACHELORETTE / BACHELOR

Climb aboard for a 2.5-hour boat tour and enjoy Charleston harbor in total comfort. The Avalon trtiton has plenty of couch seating for you to enjoy the sites while sipping your favorite beverage. As we cruise through the harbor you will see some of Charleston’s historic sites such as the Ravenel Bridge, USS Yorktown, The Battery, Ft Sumter, and more. One of the fan favorites is getting up close and personal to our local dolphins. We’ll make a stop at Morris Island where you can take great group photos on the beach or stop for shots at one of the restaurants on Shem Creek.

MORRIS ISLAND SHARK TOOTH BEACH DROP

If you are looking to explore Morris Island at your own pace, we have the ability to drop you off in between booked charters. Morris Island is one of Charleston’s best places to hunt for sharks’ teeth and other treasures or bring your lounge chairs and cooler to enjoy a day on an uninhabited island only accessible by boat. You will be picked up at Shem Creek or Folly River boat landing for a quick ride to the island. Spend between 4-5hours exploring the island before a quick ride back to the boat landing. Cost is $110 per person minimum of 2

BACK COUNTRY SHARK FISHING

A family fishing trip with your kids or relatives is one of the best shared experiences you can have. On this 4-hour trip you will be picked up in Shem Creek or Folly Beach and cruise by some of Charleston Harbors historic sights on the way to the fishing grounds. During the trip you will have the opportunity to see bottlenose dolphins, osprey, pelicans, and many other local wildlife. Trips are for up to four guests and can be modified to stop at Morris Island. Morris Island is an uninhabited island that is only accessible by boat and one of the best places to search for shark teeth and other treasures. Private trip for up to four passengers’ $450.00

BACHELORETTE / BACHELOR

MORRIS ISLAND SHARK TOOTH BEACH DROP

If you are looking to explore Morris Island at your own pace, we have the ability to drop you off in between booked charters. Morris Island is one of Charleston’s best places to hunt for sharks’ teeth and other treasures or bring your lounge chairs and cooler to enjoy a day on an uninhabited island only accessible by boat. You will be picked up in Shem Creek and take a quick ride past Ft. Sumter to the Island. Three hours later you will be picked up for a quick trip back to Shem Creek. $55 per person minimum of 4.

TAKE A KID FISHING.

A family fishing trip with your kids or relatives is one of the best shared experiences you can have. On this 4-hour trip you will be picked up in Shem Creek and cruise by some of Charleston Harbors historic sights on the way to the fishing grounds. During the trip you will have the opportunity to see bottlenose dolphins, osprey, pelicans, and many other local wildlife. Trips are for up to four guests and can be modified to stop at Morris Island. Morris Island is an uninhabited island that is only accessible by boat and one of the best places to search for shark teeth and other treasures. Private trip for up to four passengers’ $350.00

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