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Coastal Charleston sightseeing Tours

Fishing not your thing? No worries.

Tight Line Charters offers coastal sightseeing tours designed to showcase the natural beauty, history, and wildlife of Charleston’s Lowcountry from the water. We leave the crowded tourist boats behind to cruise through winding tidal creeks, open waterways, and expansive marshlands. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic destinations like Morris Island, Capers Island, and Dewees Island, experiencing Charleston from a perspective most visitors never get to see.

Our sightseeing tours are fully customizable and led by Captain Jesse Riddle, who knows these local waters inside and out. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing sunset cruise, a nature-focused outing to spot dolphins, or a unique way to celebrate a special occasion like a bachelor or bachelorette party, we’ll tailor the experience to fit your group. Families love the calm waters and fossil hunting expeditions, while photographers and nature lovers appreciate the ever-changing scenery and light across the coastal marsh.

Charleston Harbor tours through the tidal creeks of Shem Creek and Mt Pleasant

Two Hour Tour

$400

  • Excursions to Fort Sumpter, the Battery, and the Ravenel Bridge
  • Up to 6 people
  • Water and Soda
  • Amazing Lowcountry views!
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Dolphins spotted during Charleston Harbor Tour

Three Hour Tour

$500

  • Excursions to Fort Sumpter, the Battery, and Ravenel Bridge, and the Intracoastal Waterway
  • Up to 6 people
  • Water and Soda
  • Amazing Lowcountry views!
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    Sightseeing tours are perfect for

    Photographers

    Bachelor and bachelorette parties

    Families and Young Children

    Educational Trips

    Nature and Wildlife Lovers

    Fossil Hunting Expeditions

    Sightseeing trips can be personalized for whatever you are looking for. Contact us to discuss other tour opportunities!

    Herons and other wildlife spotted during sightseeing tour in Charleston
    Sunset on the Cooper River with the Ravenel Bridge silhouetted
    The Morris Island Lighthouse seen from Folly Beach
    Charleston Harbor tours through the tidal creeks of Shem Creek and Mt Pleasant
    Sunset along Shem Creek in Mt Pleasant as seen from the front of the boat
    Charleston Harbor tours with boat cruising under the Cooper River Bridge
    Sunset with Jesse Riddle's dog at the front of the boat

    Departure

    Boarding from Shem Creek Park's Public Day Dock on Shrimp Boat Lane in Mt. Pleasant, SC.

    Get directions here or call 843.908.5402.

    What to bring

    Be sure to pack sunscreen (no spray sunscreen please), a hat and sunglasses, light colored soft-soled shoes (no black soles), and a camera!

    A non-refundable deposit is required to hold the date of a trip. Cancellations must be made 30 days in advance for a refund. Cancellations due to weather will receive a full refund. In the case that you do not show, or last-minute rescheduling, you will be charged in full for the rescheduled date.

    20% gratuity will be automatically added to any trip with 5 or more anglers.

    4% processing fee on all payments made with a credit card. Does not apply to cash payments.

    Gift cards are NOT redeemable during major holidays, due to high demand during those dates.

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    Go head-on with the ultimate predators! Sharks and Bull Reds pull hard and are deadly fast, so be ready for anything.

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    Latest Customer Reviews

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    Ann Witcher 2 weeks ago
    Had a great day shark fishing with our young grandsons. They caught both hammerhead sharks and red drum. Our daughter won the prize for the largest catch: a 35.5” drum! The boat was super clean, had storage for our bit of bagged carry on needs, and ran beautifully. This was not our first trip with Capt. Jesse. He’s an excellent host and makes sure everyone has a memorable time.
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    Laura Rauba 4 weeks ago
    We had the best morning fishing with Captain Jesse! We went nearshore for sharks and bull reds and had such a fun trip. We caught a hammerhead, several other sharks, and some huge bull reds, which was so exciting for everyone.

    Captain Jesse was super friendly, great with the kids, and made the whole trip easy and fun. We’d definitely book with Tight Line Charters again!
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    Martin Moody 1 month ago
    We had a great time fishing with Captain Jesse. He is a professional fisherman with many years experience and it shows in his knowledge of his craft, the way he manages and meticulously maintains his boat., and his ability to teach even the most novice clients how to catch fish. Combine this with his friendly nature and his commitment to making the experience memorable and you cannot go wrong with Tight Line Charters. It was truly an exceptional experience.
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    Shannon Samples 2 months ago
    We had an amazing experience with Tight Line Charters! I booked the four-hour morning fishing trip for my two teenage boys while we were visiting Charleston, and they absolutely loved it. They came back so excited and said it was one of the highlights of our entire trip.

    Everything was easy from booking to pickup at Shem Creek, and they had a fantastic time out on the water. They got plenty of fishing in and had such a great experience with the captain Jessie. As a mom, I also really appreciated feeling completely comfortable sending the boys out on their own.

    If you’re visiting Charleston and have teenagers who love fishing, I highly recommend Tight Line Charters. We would absolutely book with them again the next time we’re in Charleston! 🎣
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