Discover the historic Charleston Tea Plantation and the majestic Angel Oak on Wadmalaw Island, blending natural beauty with rich cultural stories. This 4-hour tour offers a peaceful yet fascinating outdoor experience perfect for all ages.
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Wildlife
History
The Angel Oak has stood on the site for over 400 years, with legends suggesting it was a Native American landmark before becoming a historic symbol.
Conservation
The plantation practices sustainable farming, and efforts are made to preserve the Angel Oak through careful maintenance and environmental stewardship.
Exclusively Charleston
Discover the historic Charleston Tea Plantation and the majestic Angel Oak on Wadmalaw Island, blending natural beauty with rich cultural stories. This 4-hour tour offers a peaceful yet fascinating outdoor experience perfect for all ages.
Exclusively Charleston offers curated private and small-group tours of Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry. Specializing in historic city tours, plantation visits, culinary experiences, and cultural journeys, the company highlights 18th- and 19th-century architecture, Civil War sites, Gullah heritage, and regional landscapes.
Tour formats include walking tours, private luxury automobile tours, specialty themed itineraries, and plantation combinations. Notable visits on offered itineraries include St. Michael’s Church, Battery Row Mansions, Rainbow Row, Boone Hall Plantation, the Charleston Tea Plantation on Wadmalaw Island, and the ancient Angel Oak. Seasonal and themed options include a private four-hour Christmas tour of Grand Antebellum Houses and a culinary tour featuring lunch at an award-winning restaurant.
Guides include local historians and expert guides who interpret architecture, gardens, and community histories. Several tours emphasize respectful, factual presentation of sensitive subjects, such as Civil War history, the stories of enslaved communities at plantation sites, and Gullah culture. Tour durations vary by itinerary, from shorter two-hour specialty experiences to multi-hour and full-day tours.
Exclusively Charleston organizes private options and combination itineraries that link city exploration with nearby plantations and cultural sites. Travelers seeking immersive context, local storytelling, and flexible private touring choices can select from themed tours that focus on history, food, gardens, and African American cultural heritage.
Tours Offered
11 Tours
City, plantation, and specialty itineraries
Tour Lengths
2–6 hrs
From short to full-day experiences
Private Options
Private Tours
Available for most itineraries
Local Guides
Historians
Guides and historians available
Reserve a curated walking, luxury-car, plantation, culinary, or cultural tour to explore Charleston’s history and Lowcountry heritage.
Wear comfortable shoes
Ensure you wear sturdy, comfortable footwear suitable for walking through outdoor farm and tree areas.
Bring sun protection
Use sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to shield yourself from sun exposure during outdoor portions.
Stay hydrated
Carry water bottles to stay hydrated while exploring the plantation and the oak.
Respect the natural sites
Follow all guidelines to preserve the beauty and health of the trees and farmland.
Sun hat
Protects your face and neck from the sun during outdoor walking tours.
summer
Sunscreen
Keeps your skin protected as you spend several hours outdoors.
spring;summer;fall;winter
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports long walks across uneven terrain at the plantation and tree sites.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while exploring the outdoor sites.