Charleston Yacht Charter FAQs
Quick answers about private Charleston Harbor cruises, sunset cruises, BYOB rules, guest capacity, swimming, events, kids, tipping, and what is included.
A Southern Wonder yacht charter includes a professional captain, crew, fuel, insurance, coolers with ice, bottled water, beanbags, float rafts, and a premium Bluetooth sound system. Food and drinks are BYOB, and catering delivery can be arranged before your charter.
Yes. Southern Wonder Yacht Charters allows guests to bring their own food, drinks, snacks, and alcohol. The crew can help get provisions to the yacht, and coolers, ice, and water will be ready onboard.
Southern Wonder Yacht Charters can accommodate up to 12 passengers, which is the maximum allowed by the United States Coast Guard.
Yes. Guests may bring decorations, and the Southern Wonder crew can assist with decorating the yacht. Props are also available for bachelorette parties and special celebrations.
Dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed, but Southern Wonder Yacht Charters frequently sees dolphins during cruises around Charleston Harbor.
Full payment is required at the time of booking. Southern Wonder Yacht Charters accepts credit cards, Zelle, and Venmo.
Yes. Guests may bring their own alcohol onboard. Southern Wonder Yacht Charters prioritizes safety, and the captain reserves the right to end a cruise early if guests become unsafe.
Southern Wonder is a private yacht charter experience. Only your group will be onboard, along with a licensed master captain and crew mate who handle navigation, safety, and guest comfort.
Yes. Southern Wonder features a Bluetooth surround sound system so guests can enjoy their favorite playlists during the cruise.
Southern Wonder prefers that red wine is not brought onboard. However, exceptions may be allowed for special occasions or circumstances.
Yes. Southern Wonder Yacht Charters provides plastic cups, acrylic wine glasses, and champagne glasses for guests.
Yes. Swimming is permitted during charters with a minimum booking length of three hours. Southern Wonder provides large floating mats for guests to enjoy while anchored.
Guests planning to swim are encouraged to bring a towel. If you forget one, the Southern Wonder crew will do their best to assist.
Yes. Southern Wonder has spacious deck areas where guests can relax, enjoy the sunshine, and take in Charleston Harbor views.
The standard gratuity in the yacht charter industry is approximately 20 percent, although tipping is always based on your experience and level of service received.
Yes. Southern Wonder Yacht Charters hosts birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, graduations, corporate events, proposals, vow renewals, and many other special occasions.
No. Smoking is not permitted aboard Southern Wonder Yacht Charters.
Yes. Children are welcome aboard Southern Wonder Yacht Charters, and child-sized life jackets are available onboard.
Many charters can still continue in light rain because Southern Wonder has a fully enclosed main salon and covered areas. The crew monitors the weather closely and will communicate if any schedule adjustments are needed.
Southern Wonder Yacht Charters departs from downtown Charleston Harbor, SC. Exact boarding details are provided after booking so your group knows where to arrive before departure.
Booking 2 to 4 weeks in advance is recommended for Charleston yacht charters, especially for weekends, holidays, sunset cruises, and special events. Last-minute availability may be possible depending on the schedule.