Charleston Pirate Adventure: Family Fun River Cruise!
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Overview
Pirates of Charleston: Pirate Adventures and River Cruises offers a unique and exciting “On the Water” pirate adventure designed for kids in the Charleston area. Aboard the 45-foot wooden Black Ghost Pirate Ship, children will be transformed into pirates ready for an unforgettable treasure-hunting journey. They'll share tales of their daring exploits for years to come.
The adventure begins with the crew giving the young buccaneers pirate attire (optional) and teaching them how to talk like a pirate. Once the crew is ready, the ship heads toward the Ashley River toward Wappoo Creek. The adventure includes sea shanties, treasure to unearth, and maps to read.
Watch out for the sneaky pirate, Sneaky Pete, who has stolen the key to the treasure! The crew must use water cannons to reclaim the loot. The Black Ghost sails through Charleston harbor and its nearby creeks, offering great views while the kids enjoy their best day ever!




Highlights
Become a Pirate!: Kids get to dress up in pirate gear and learn to talk like a real pirate.
Water Cannon Battle!: Blast Sneaky Pete with water cannons to win back the stolen treasure.
Treasure Hunt Fun!: Search for hidden treasure and sing sea shanties with the crew.
See Charleston Harbor: Enjoy scenic views of Charleston harbor and its creeks.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers say this pirate adventure is a fun and engaging experience for kids, with the water cannon battles and pirate costumes being major highlights. However, some wish the cruise was longer or that the treasure was more exciting.

Kids love dressing up and acting like pirates.
The water cannon battles are a big hit with children.
Families enjoy the treasure hunt and sea shanties.
The crew is energetic and keeps the kids entertained.
Some customers wish the cruise was longer.
A few people mention that the treasure isn't very valuable.
The Journey
Black Ghost Pirate Ship
A 45-foot wooden pirate ship where the pirate adventure begins. It serves as the base for treasure hunts, water cannon battles, and pirate-themed activities on the Ashley River and Wappoo Creek.
Ashley River
A scenic river near Charleston where the Black Ghost sails. It is part of the treasure-hunting route and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
Wappoo Creek
A creek connected to the Ashley River, forming part of the Black Ghost's navigational path. It adds to the adventure as the crew seeks treasure and battles Sneaky Pete.
Know Before You Go
All water cannons are available for the crew to use during the adventure. Gratuity is not included in the price of the tour. There is no specified pickup/dropoff, or meetup info.
Hot Tip
Some customers mention that sitting on the left side of the boat provides better views during certain parts of the tour. Also, arrive a little early to get the best selection of pirate costumes!