##Charleston dolphin tours and BYOB party cruises with Flipper Finders
Flipper Finders operates a variety of Charleston dolphin tours, party boat cruises, and private charters from downtown Charleston, Seabreeze Marina, and Folly Beach. Featured on The Adventure Collective, Flipper Finders runs public BYOB cruises aboard the Dolphin Queen, private charters on the Dolphin Queen, and intimate private tours on Lady Liz.
###Popular trip types and highlights
- Party Boat / Booze Cruise on The Dolphin Queen | Charleston Location: A BYOB cruise with a lively atmosphere, dancing, and a powerful sound system. Island Cabana bar access is available before and after the cruise.
- Morning Sightseeing, Floating and Dolphin Tour On The Dolphin Queen | Charleston Location: A 2.5-hour harbor cruise that includes dolphin watching, Fort Sumter and USS Yorktown views, and swimming from a SunChill float.
- Dolphin Queen Bachelor/Bachelorette 3 Hour Party Boat | Charleston Location: A three-hour celebration charter ideal for bachelor and bachelorette parties with BYOB and ample seating.
- 2 Hours Private Tour On "Lady Liz" (Up to 6 People) | Folly Beach Location: A private two-hour tour exploring Folly Beach backwaters, dolphin searching, Morris Island, shell and shark tooth hunting, and a dog-friendly policy.
- Folly Beach | OBX Filming Locations & Pogue Life Private Tour w/ Dolphins: A themed Folly Beach cruise that visits Morris Island Lighthouse and covers filming locations and local Pogue Life points of interest.
- Private 2 and 3 Hour Cruises On The Dolphin Queen: Flexible private options for groups seeking customized harbor sightseeing, dolphin watching, and swimming stops.
###What to expect on a Flipper Finders trip
Expect dolphin watching focused departures in coastal waters near Charleston and Folly Beach, harbor sightseeing that highlights landmarks such as Fort Sumter, the USS Yorktown, and the Ravenel Bridge, and opportunities to swim from a SunChill float on select departures. Party cruises offer BYOB policies (no glass), music, dancing, and a social atmosphere. Private charters provide flexibility in itinerary, duration, and departure points to suit families, friend groups, and celebrations.
###Booking, departure points, and trip lengths
Departure locations vary by trip and include downtown Charleston harbor docks, Seabreeze Marina, and Folly Beach launch points. Trip lengths listed by the operator include two-hour tours, a 2.5-hour morning sightseeing cruise, and three-hour private or party charters. Private and public schedules, pricing, and exact departure maps appear on Flipper Finders trip pages and The Adventure Collective listings.
###Search terms and local keywords
This page supports search for Charleston dolphin tours, Charleston Harbor sightseeing, Dolphin Queen cruises, BYOB party boat Charleston, Folly Beach private boat tours, Morris Island dolphin tours, and private Dolphin Queen charters. Use the trip titles above to match booking listings and to find the specific departure that fits group size, duration, and experience goals.
For travelers planning a Charleston dolphin tour or a Folly Beach private charter, review individual trip descriptions for boarding times, what to bring, and any age or group size limits listed on each listing. Flipper Finders entries specify departure marinas, trip duration, and whether swimming or BYOB is permitted. Booking pages and The Adventure Collective feature list current availability and the exact meeting location for each cruise. Tour shoppers searching for 'Dolphin Queen Charleston', 'BYOB cruise Charleston', 'Folly Beach boat tour', or 'private Dolphin Queen charter' will find matching trip titles above and direct booking links. These search phrases and targeted trip names help align visitor intent with available departures and make it easier to compare morning dolphin excursions, sunset sightseeing cruises, party boat options, and private charters for special occasions. Check each listing for up-to-date rules, cancellations, and parking information.