Frequently Asked Questions
Questions Answered for Boat Charter
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The captain will be in charge of deciding if it’s safe to go out. In the event of lightning or thunder during the charter time, the charter will be canceled and whoever booked will receive a full refund.
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Gratuity of 20%-25% is the industry standard and greatly appreciated!
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No spray sunscreen can be used in the boat, please put it on before the charter or once we get to the island.
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The maximum size of a charter can be up to 8 passengers.
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We are a shoeless vessel, this helps keep the boat in better condition. Shoes will be collected and stowed away before the charter.
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You can park at Shrimp Boat Lane public parking.
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A cooler with ice will be on the boat but feel free to bring your own as well if needed.
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Food and drinks are more than welcome on the boat. Please drink responsibly while on the vessel.
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Pets are allowed but whoever booked the charter will be charged $50 for a pet fee.
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Destinations for the 3 hour for 6 hours charters include cruising by downtown Charleston, USS Yorktown, Fort Sumter, up the Intracoastal waterway near Sullivans island and Isle of Palms. A stop at Capers Island off the Intracoastal Waterway is available for the 6 hour charter. Capers is a remote island northwest of Isle of Palms.
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There is no restroom on the boat.
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Food, drinks, towels, sunscreen.
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Our charter departures are located at Shrimp Boat Lane, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464. The floating dock is at the end of the boardwalk near the fishing pier, known as Shem Creek Day Dock.
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A stop at the islands is optional for a 6 hour charter and the 3 hour. Fort Sumter is the only island stop for the 3 hour charter.
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Swimming will only be allowed at the islands due to the strong currents of Charleston's waterways.
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We understand inconveniences happen but the charter will start when you arrive and will end on scheduled time.
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All ages are welcome! The person who books the charter must be over 21.
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Yes, valuables can be stowed away in dry compartments.
Questions Answered For Van Charter
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Cancellations made at least 14 days prior to the charter will receive a full refund. If canceled within 14 days of the charter, the security deposit will not be refunded.
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Our Mercedes sprinter has 7 seats which allows 7 passengers to fit comfortably.
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Yes, we can pick and drop you off anywhere in the Charleston area. Please be specific when booking.
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The minimum booking time for the van is 3 hours.
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We work hard to keep our van in good condition. A cleaning fee of $150 will be billed to whoever booked if a mess is made. Any damage to the van will be billed to whoever booked as well.
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There is not a restroom on the van.
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Yes, please give us a route before the charter begins whether it’s through the website or when you meet the driver.
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Food and drinks will not be provided but drinks are allowed in the van.
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Yes, drinks are allowed in the van.
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Yes, we can bring you to multiple stops.
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In the event something is lost in the van, please contact the driver or call the number on the website.
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There is no smoking allowed in the van.
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The general locations of where we will pick up include downtown Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Sullivans Island, Isle of Palms, West Ashley, James Island, and Folly Beach.
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We understand inconveniences happen but the charter will start when you arrive and will end on scheduled time.