Welcome To Blue Life Charters
Luxury Boat Charter Charleston SC
Charleston Private Boat Charters for Groups of Up to Six
Blue Life Charters runs private Charleston boat charters on Charleston Harbor, led by a USCG-licensed captain. Each 2.5-hour sunset cruise or daytime sail is booked by one group of up to six guests aboard a captained sailboat or motor yacht. Book online at bluelifecharters.com or call (843) 743-4915.
Blue Life Charters offers private charters in Charleston, SC for couples, families, friends, and corporate groups who want the harbor to themselves. A licensed captain and crew handle the sailing while the group enjoys views of the Charleston skyline and Fort Sumter, and the dolphins that often surface near the boat.
Every charter is booked by one group only, with expert captains, luxurious amenities, and customizable experiences. There are no shared tours and no strangers aboard, so the group sets the pace.
Explore the Charleston Boat Charter Fleet
The Blue Life Charters fleet is built for private groups of up to six guests. Each boat is captained and crewed.
Sailing Yacht Llibertat
Llibertat, our stately 36-foot vessel, offers two cabins with queen beds, a full bathroom, a galley, and plenty of space for up to six guests plus crew. She’s equipped with all the amenities you’d expect from a first-class yacht yet maintains an intimate, comfortable ambiance.
Sailing Yacht Xocolata
The beautiful 32-foot Xocolata, is equally impressive with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a spacious kitchen, and a large cockpit with seating for up to six guests and two crew members. With our year-round sailing capabilities in Charleston, SC, we’re always ready to set sail and show you the magic of the Lowcountry.
Motor Yacht Tramuntana
Our elegant 30-foot Mainship motor yacht, Tramuntana, offers a luxurious and smooth cruising experience through Charleston’s scenic waterways. With spacious seating, a shaded cockpit, and panoramic views from the flybridge, she provides the perfect setting for relaxing harbor tours and memorable sunset cruises. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or seeking a serene escape on the water, Tramuntana delivers comfort and style for guests year-round.
All charters are private, with a maximum of six guests.
Boat Rental in Charleston, SC: Captained Private Charters
A boat rental in Charleston, SC with Blue Life Charters is a captained private charter. A USCG-licensed captain and crew operate the vessel, so the group does not handle the boat.
The captain and crew run the boat while guests choose the experience, the date, and the time. Guests bring their own beverages and snacks, and the whole boat belongs to one group of up to six.
Why Book a Boat Charter with Blue Life Charters?
When it comes to chartering a yacht for prestigious Charleston cruises and tours, our Charleston boat charters are in a class of their own:
Below Deck Level of Hospitality
Blue Life Charters brings a “Below Deck” level of hospitality and service to every Charleston boat tour. Questions before booking go straight to the team at (843) 743-4915, and the crew looks after the group from boarding to disembarkation.
Seafaring Expertise
A USCG-licensed captain and crew navigate Charleston’s waters, so guests can relax as passengers. The captain brings years of local sailing experience and knows the harbor routes that show off the skyline.
Private Charter Cruise
Each private boat charter in Charleston, SC hosts one group of up to six guests. The vessel, the crew, and the schedule belong to that group alone.
Variety of Experiences
From romantic couples getaways and bachelor or bachelorette parties to family adventures and corporate outings, Blue Life Charters runs Charleston harbor cruises and sailing charters for every occasion.
Last-Minute Reservations
Blue Life Charters accepts last-minute bookings on charters running daily. If an open time for the same day appears on the booking site, call (843) 743-4915 and the group could be on the water that day.
Choose Your Charleston Boat Charter Experience
Every experience below is a private charter for up to six guests.
Sunset Cruises
A private Charleston sunset cruise shows the skyline in evening light from the water. Start times follow the season, and guests bring their own beverages.
Daytime Harbor Tours
A daytime Charleston harbor tour covers the harbor with views of the skyline and Fort Sumter.
Dolphin Tours
Atlantic bottlenose dolphins often surface near the boat on a private Charleston dolphin tour. Sightings are common but never guaranteed.
Dinner Cruises
A private Charleston dinner cruise builds an evening on the water around a meal, with catering available through partner Caviar & Bananas.
Bachelorette and Bachelor Parties
A Charleston bachelorette party boat gives the group a private boat with no other parties aboard.
Corporate Events
A private boat suits team outings and client events. See the Charleston corporate event charter for groups of up to six guests.
What Guests Say About Our Private Charter
Guests describe a Blue Life Charters private charter as a highlight of their Charleston trip, from dolphin sightings to the quiet of the harbor at sunset. Blue Life Charters holds a 5.0-star rating on Google. Read the guest reviews to see why our customers choose Blue Life for private boat charters in Charleston, SC.
A Customizable Charleston Boat Charter
A standard Blue Life Charters charter lasts 2.5 hours. Groups that want more time on the water can add an hour or book the whole day. Call (843) 743-4915 to plan a custom private charter in Charleston, SC.
Book Your Charleston Boat Charter Today
Whether the plan is a visit to the Holy City or a night out for locals, a private Charleston boat charter with Blue Life Charters starts with a date. Pick one on the booking site or call us.
Frequently Asked Questions About Charleston Boat Charters
What is included in a private Charleston boat charter with Blue Life Charters?
Every Blue Life Charters charter includes a private vessel for one group, a USCG-licensed captain, and crew, for up to six guests. A standard charter lasts 2.5 hours on Charleston Harbor.
Guests bring their own beverages and snacks, and catering can be arranged through partner Caviar & Bananas. Professional photography services are also available, so ask when booking.
How much does a private boat charter in Charleston, SC cost?
Blue Life Charters prices each charter as a group rate for up to six guests, not per person. Rates vary by experience, and sunset sails are priced differently on weekdays and weekends.
Group prices for sunset sails do not include taxes or gratuity. Current rates and open dates are listed on the Tours & Rates page and in the online booking calendar.
How long is a Charleston boat charter?
A standard Blue Life Charters charter lasts 2.5 hours.
Groups that want more time on the water can add an hour or book a full day. Call (843) 743-4915 to plan a custom charter.
Can I bring my own food and drinks on a Charleston boat charter?
Yes. Blue Life Charters charters are BYOB, so guests bring their own beverages and snacks.
Blue Life does not provide food or drink onboard. Partner Caviar & Bananas offers a boating menu that ranges from gourmet options to multi-course meals. Contact Blue Life Charters to arrange catering before the charter.
Is the charter private, and how many guests can come?
Yes. Every Blue Life Charters charter is private, reserved for one group of up to six guests, plus the captain and crew. No strangers share the boat.
Each vessel is limited to six guests, so parties larger than six cannot join the same charter.
Where do Charleston boat charters depart from?
Blue Life Charters departs from 33 Lockwood Drive, Slip F28, in Charleston, SC.
Charters sail on Charleston Harbor with views of the city skyline.
How do I book a private boat charter, and how far ahead should I book?
Book online at bluelifecharters.com or call (843) 743-4915. Booking ahead secures a preferred date.
Blue Life Charters also accepts last-minute bookings when a same-day time is open on the online booking calendar. Call to confirm availability.
What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my charter?
The captain makes a weather call two hours before departure. If conditions are unfavorable, Blue Life Charters reschedules the charter or provides a full refund.
Full terms are on the Weather & Cancellation Policy page.
Do Charleston boat charters run year-round, and what time do they depart?
Yes. Blue Life Charters sails year-round in Charleston.
Sunset sails start at 5:30 PM in spring, 6:00 PM in summer, 5:00 PM in fall, and 3:30 PM in winter. Daytime start times appear on the online booking calendar.
Are the captains USCG-licensed?
Yes. Blue Life Charters charters are led by US Coast Guard-licensed captains with years of local sailing experience on Charleston's waters.
Can I rent a boat in Charleston, SC without a captain?
Every Blue Life Charters charter is captained. A licensed captain and crew operate the vessel, and guests ride as passengers.
Guests looking for a boat rental in Charleston, SC with crew included can book a private charter directly with Blue Life Charters.
What types of private charters can I book in Charleston?
Blue Life Charters offers sunset cruises, daytime harbor tours, dolphin tours, dinner cruises, bachelorette and bachelor parties, corporate events, and celebrations such as birthdays and anniversaries.
Each one is a private charter for up to six guests, and family adventures are welcome within that limit.
Will guests see dolphins on a Charleston boat charter?
Dolphin sightings are common on Charleston Harbor, but wildlife is never guaranteed. Atlantic bottlenose dolphins often surface near the boat, and guests may also spot pelicans, herons, and gulls.
The Charleston skyline and Fort Sumter are visible from the harbor. Blue Life Charters is a private sailing charter company and does not operate the Fort Sumter ferry.
Is there a restroom on board?
The sailboats Llibertat and Xocolata each have a full bathroom (head) onboard.
