How many people fit on the boat?

The vessel holds a maximum of 24 passengers; groups larger than 24 should split into multiple launches or book multiple trips.

Can we bring food and drinks?

Yes—BYOB is allowed. You can also contact the captain in advance to arrange catering options.

What wildlife might we see?

Common sightings include Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, brown pelicans, wading birds, and occasionally sea turtles near sandbars.

Is the trip child-friendly or accessible?

There is no listed age minimum; for accessibility details contact the operator directly to discuss mobility needs and boarding assistance.

How long is the cruise and what time is best?

Cruise time is 1 hour 30 minutes plus 15 minutes at the dock; sunset runs offer the most dramatic light and wildlife activity.

Sunset Team-Building Cruises on Charleston Harbor | Events | Private

Q: Where do we meet for the charter?

The meeting point is Ripley Light Marina 56 Ashley Point Drive Charleston SC 29407—arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

Adventure Brief

Trade the boardroom for salt air and dolphins: a private Harbor Bar charter on Charleston Harbor turns team-building into an unforgettable sunset experience. BYOB, Bluetooth stereo, and a captain who doubles as a local guide make this an easy, memorable offsite.

1–2 hours

easy

From $662.50

Charleston Harbor is the stage; your private charter is the show. Corporate Team Building turns the city’s storied waterfront into a portable venue where colleagues trade conference rooms for salt air, dolphins, and sweeping sunset views. Depart from Ripley Light Marina 56 Ashley Point Drive Charleston SC 29407 and board a custom, French Riviera–inspired vessel—the largest of its kind in Charleston—designed to keep teams moving, mingling, and focused on connection rather than logistics. The boat’s layout reads like a networking floorplan: bar seating, bow seats, room to flow between clusters, and open decks that make conversation easy. Bluetooth premium stereo and party lighting mean you can pivot from presentation to playlist; BYOB or arrange caterered service through the captain. Captains here double as interpreters of the harbor—pointing out historic sites like the approach to Fort Sumter and the low-lying salt marshes that define the South Carolina coast while flagging likely dolphin pods and wading birds. Natural highlights are constant. Keep binoculars ready for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that break the waterline, pelicans folding into dramatic stoops, and the occasional sea turtle basking near sandbars. Geology is subtle but telling: tidal creeks, oyster beds, and the broad mudflats of the lowcountry create layered habitats that feed migratory birds and support local fisheries. Architecturally, the skyline and the Ravenel Bridge provide a modern counterpoint to antebellum houses along the Battery—history and habitat in one view. For teams, this is more than a sunset cruise: it’s a practical, memorable offsite that breaks down hierarchies. The vessel’s circulation supports breakout chats; shallow-water routes keep conditions calm and comfortable; a knowledgeable captain curates the route to optimize light, wildlife, and privacy. Practicalities are straightforward: maximum 24 passengers; cruise length 1 hour 30 minutes plus 15 minutes at the dock; weekday and weekend pricing varies seasonally. Arrive 15 minutes early at the meeting point for a safety briefing; the captain provides life jackets and orientation. The charter supports networking formats—from icebreakers and short presentations to cocktail hours—and its open plan encourages peripheral conversations that stick. Schedule during shoulder seasons for milder temps and fewer tour boats, or request sunset runs for dramatic light. To book, use the operator’s FareHarbor link and confirm catering through the captain; groups over 24 must split launches. This is Charleston hospitality with water underfoot. Expect calm water routes ideal for mingling and photo ops daily.