Perfect for Shark Tooth, Daufuskie or a half day of your choice. Same boats, different USCG regs
Private Boat - $350.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.
duration: 4 Hours
cancellation_summary: Up to 48 hours Before w/ No Questions Asked
meeting_point: Broad Creek Marina - End of wooden pier, at sign, over the water.
group_size: Max of 8 (Call for Larger Groups)
accessibility: Boats take 2 steps from dock to deck. We are here to help.
pricing: Private -
$350 for boat & fuel
$160 for captains fee
$20ish per hour for insurance (link to be sent later)
= approximately $550 total
The insurance is the only variable and can be less or minus a few dollars.
description: This is a boat rental w/ a captain that allows up to 8 passengers!
Please see "How it works" below to better understand this trip and call with any questions.
This rental gives you plenty of options....
The 4 Hour rental (Captain included) is perfect for those with more than 6 in their party, looking to spend some quality time on the water. This is the perfect amount of time for anything you want to do on the water.
You can let your captain guide you, take a trip to Savannah for lunch or do a little bit of everything from dolphin to beach combing and more. Yes, we still guarantee dolphin on our rentals.
Other times are available, just ask.
The only difference(for you) in a rental is the paperwork, your choice of captain and supplemental insurance. Please call with any questions.
HOW IT WORKS...
???????? Pick your captain. We will put you in contact after purchase. Captain to be paid separately, a $160 fee(tip not included). All captains are trained and excited to give you the best trip.
???????? You are in control of the trip, with captain to guide.
???????? We will send a link to purchase insurance, about $40ish.
what_is_included: ✅ Up to 6 Guests
✅ A Guaranteed Great Time!
✅ Bimini or T-top for Some Shade
✅ Your Personal USCG Licensed Captain
✅ Life Jackets
✅ All Fuel, Licenses & Insurance
✅ A Nice Breeze
✅ Safety Equipment
what_is_not_included: ❌ Hats
❌ Sunglasses
❌ Skin Cover - Like Long Shirts
❌ Drinks & Snacks (unless VIP Option Booked)
❌ Cash/Venmo for tipping
Feel free to bring drinks and snacks, excluding glass bottles and red wine. We have coolers on the boats.
itinerary: 1- Meet and greet, 5min before tour @ the end of wooden pier, over the water.
2- Boarding and safety talk
3- Life vests for those 12 & under, all vests onboard
4- Depart and explore with your captain. The day is yours!
5- Return to dock full of smiles and memories
highlights: This rental allows us to take a group larger than 6, on our boats. Although our boats are rated for 12, we find that 8 is a comfortable number.
With our boats, you can get as close as possible to the wildlife, without disturbing them. Often within arms length and eye level.
This is a private tour for your party only.
We can accommodate up to 24 guests per trip and give discounts for multiple boats.
check_in_details: Please arrive 15min early.
- After turning on Simmons, take the first right, before the large building, at the signs.
- Park anywhere and walk towards the water(zipline on your right)
- Use the rest room and get ice, located in the small blue/green building between the kayaks(wooden pier) and the boats on racks.
- 5min before your tour be at the end of the WOODEN PIER (towards the boats), phone available.
- Apply sunblock BEFORE GETTING ON BOAT!
what_to_bring: ✅ Sunblock
✅ Hats
✅ Sunglasses
✅ Drinks & Snacks - ❌ No glass bottles or red
wine
✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping
special_requirements: Boat rentals are slightly different regulations for the USCG. We will have everything you need onboard, for a fun, safe and memorable trip.
The only thing you will need to provide at departure, is proof of insurance(which we will send a 3rd party link) and separate payment for the captain.
restrictions: Understand that while this is generally a safe activity there is a possibility of encountering unexpected rougher waters throughout the tour. Because of this, if you or any member of your party is elderly, fragile, pregnant or have any pre-existing back injuries or other injuries, illnesses or conditions of any kind that could result in additional risk or injury, we suggest consulting your doctor prior to going on a boat ride with us or any other company.
extras: ???????????? For More Convenience, Book the VIP Option ????????????
Walk onboard without a worry, by going with the VIP Boat option. Everything you want and need without the fuss...
VIP Boat options include
???????? Drinks - Sparkling Water, Flat Water and Kids Drinks
???????? Snackle-Box full of Light Snacks, Like Bars and Nuts
???????? Koozies - Free to take home
???????? Sunblock
???????? Bug Spray
???????? Rain Jackets
???????? Blankets in Colder Months
disclaimers: If rain or weather becomes an issue, we will make the decision about departure at the time of the trip. There are times when we need to wait a few moments to let weather pass.
If we can not take you out, we will either reschedule or refund, your choice. Safety is always first.
Do not stress over the weather predictions THEY ARE USUALLY WRONG.
faqs: - Pets are allowed on private boats
- Full refund for cancelations due to weather
- Dolphin can be seen at any time, we recommend the first trip and last trip of the day, for less wind and better visibility.
- We stay in the creeks or sounds, so no big waves or rough water.
- Life vest included for all guests
- We can take more than 6 on our "Rental w/ Captain"
- All passengers count as a guest, no matter the age
Booking Notes
HAVE THIS EMAIL OPEN WHEN DRIVING TO THE MARINA
Arrive a minimum of 15 minutes early to prepare for your trip....
What everyone should bring:
✅ Sunblock
✅ Hats
✅ Sunglasses
✅ Drinks & Snacks - ❌ No glass bottles or red
wine
✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping (15-20% customary)
???????? If anything less than a 5 star trip, please call as soon as done and we will make it right.
We have a cooler on board so bring any drinks and snacks you like. You may want ice too.
If you purchased the “Better Boating Package" we will have snacks, drinks, kids drinks, take home koozies, sunscreen, bug spray and raincoats available. If you haven't yet, call us and we can add it on for ease!
Please note that we use smaller boats to have a closer experience with nature, that means being closer to the water and wildlife. When the winds pick up or there are waves, we do get salt spray at times. This is an adventure you will always remember so please come with a great attitude and a love for life(and salt water;-)
Shell hunting or beach combing:
✅ Wear shoes or sandals w/ a heal strap that you can get wet.
???????? Be prepared to get wet up to your knees
???????? Towels are nice to have
Sunrise or sunset tours:
✅ Bring a light jacket or sweatshirt
Spring, Fall & Winter Visitors
???????? Expect it to be 10-15 degrees cooler on the boat. Better to be prepared than cold.
DIRECTIONS
???????? After turning on Simmons, take the first right, before the large building and at the signs.
???????? Park anywhere in the parking lot ahead and walk towards the water(zipline on your right)
???????? Use the rest room and get ice. ##The restrooms and ice are located in the small blue/green building between the kayaks(wooden pier) and the boat storage.
???????? 5min before your tour be at the end of the WOODEN PIER (towards the boats). No need to sit in the sun.
???????? Apply sunblock BEFORE GETTING ON BOAT!
???????? Have your phone available, they may call or text.
If you have any questions at all, please text or call 843-684-1911 and we will gladly answer them for you.
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