One of the biggest draws of Mount Pleasant and our neighboring barrier islands is access to the waterways, harbor and offshore. Take the chance to get out and explore the area by trying your hand at fishing, learning new things about the natural world around us or simply enjoying a beautiful sunset. This directory highlights some of the many options for boat rentals, fishing charters, excursions, tours, transportation and boat clubs that are available in the East Cooper area.
BOAT RENTALS
If you want to experience a day on the water without the hassle of owning your own boat or the commitment of a boat club, consider doing a half-day or full-day boat rental. Whether you like the versatility of a center or dual console, the ease of a skiff, the relaxation of a pontoon or the adventure of a kayak or paddleboard, there are countless ways to explore our waterways.
iopmarina.com
843-886-0209
Shemcreekboatrentals.com
843-888-7368
Coastalexpeditions.com
843-884-7684
FISHING CHARTERS
There’s a reason people call it ‘fishing’ and not ‘catching.’ If you’d rather be catching, put your trust in the professionals. Many of these charter captains have spent their lives plying Lowcountry waters. They know the fish better than the fish know themselves – the secret spots, the best bait and rig for certain species and what is biting and when. These excursions offer great experiences for small groups, families and more. Beyond the rod, plenty of charter captains are happy to take your small group on other adventures like dolphin tours, sunset cruises, shark tooth hunting and shelling. Find a captain that suits your style, and the world is your oyster!
Captain Ben Floyd
Charlestonfishfinder.com
843-670-3123
Explore More Inshore Charters
Captain Jim Hutson
Exploremorewater.com
843-330-1863
Shore Thang Charters
Captain Mark Phelps
Shorethangcharters.com
843-475-1274
Ben Alderman Fishing
Captain Ben Alderman
Benalderman.com
843-906-3630
Knot Stressed Inshore Charters
Captain Danny Neese
Knotstressedcharters.com
843-847-1614
Tight Line Charters
Captain Jesse Riddle
Tightlinecharleston.com
843-908-5402
Captain Fritz Von Kolnitz
Advoutdoors.com
843-345-9969
Fish Call Charters
Captain J.R. Waits
Fishcall.com
843-509-7337
Southern Breeze Charters
Captain Nick Winch
Inshorefishingpro.com
843-810-3664
Fish and Fossil Charleston
Captain Lawton Mattson
Fishandfossilcharleston.com
843-597-3974
Captain Alex Inshore Charters
Captain Alex Pennekamp
Captainalexinshore.com
843-532-7942
Fly Right Charters
Captain John Irwin
Flyrightcharters.com
843-860-4231
Captain Chuck Griffin
Fishingcharleston.com
843-860-1664
Taylor Made Charters
Captain Lee Taylor
Fishisleofpalms.com
843-709-3474
Headshaker Charters
Captain Legare Leland
Headshakercharters.com
843-810-0495
Shallow Thoughts
Captain Jeremy Espiritu
Shallowfishing.com
843-509-4751
Marsh View Fishing Charters
Captain Tim Mullins
Charlestonfishingexperience.com
843-408-4425
RedFin Charters
Inshorefishingcharters.com
843-277-5255
EXCURSIONS, TOURS & GROUP ACTIVITIES
There is so much to experience on our waters. For events, large groups and guided nature tours, waterway tours, on-boat skeet shooting, public sunset cruises and even dinner cruises, there are many options departing from Mount Pleasant or Isle of Palms that will float your boat right.
Ospreyboatcharters.com
843-267-1865
Captain Cocktail Cruises
Charlestonboatparty.com
843-513-3246
Barrier Island Eco Tours
Nature-tours.com
843-886-5000
Coastalexpeditions.com
843-884-7684
Palmetto Breeze
Palmettobreeze.com
843-338-2930
Spiritlinecruises.com
843-722-2628
Sundog Sailing & Boating
Sundogsailing.com
843-991-2894
WATER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
It’s a lot more fun to take in the gorgeous views of Charleston Harbor and the Wando River on a relaxing boat ride than it is to sit in traffic or vie for a parking spot downtown. Up the ante on your next outing by taking a water taxi. Take advantage of the drop-off and pick-up points in downtown Charleston, at Patriots Point or on Daniel Island.
Charlestonwatertaxi.com
843-330-2989
Diferry.com
843-894-4343
BOAT CLUBS
Thequarterdeck.com
854-222-7340
Freedomboatclub.com
888-781-7363
Nauticalboatclub.com
843-855-2526
By Anne Toole
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