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Charleston Private Sail: Dolphins & History on Mystique
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Overview
Private Morning Sail, Dolphin and History Tour on Mystique, Charleston offers a unique sailing experience on the Charleston Harbor. This private tour, aboard the 43ft Mystique, is perfect for families and small groups wanting to explore Charleston from the water. Guests can relax and enjoy the sights while the professional crew handles the sailing.
During the 2-hour charter, the yacht sails past iconic landmarks such as the Charleston Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, and Fort Sumter. The tour also includes opportunities to spot bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Guests can get up close views of these playful creatures while learning about the history of Charleston's waterways.
The experience includes soft drinks and bottled water, ensuring guests stay refreshed. With plenty of shade and two bathrooms on board, the Mystique provides a comfortable and enjoyable sailing experience for all ages. This tour excludes gratuities. Operated by Charleston's longest-running private charter company, this experience aims to give guests the finest sailing experience available. 
Highlights
See Dolphins Up Close: Watch playful bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat.
Sail Past Historic Sites: View Charleston Battery and Fort Sumter from the water.
Relax on a Private Yacht: Enjoy a comfortable sail with just your group.
Refreshments Included: Stay hydrated with complimentary soft drinks and bottled water.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoy this sailing tour, especially the dolphin sightings and the crew's hospitality. Most of the feedback is positive about the boat, but some find it tricky locating the starting point.
Guests loved seeing dolphins up close.
The crew is friendly and makes the trip fun.
The boat is clean and comfortable.
The tour provides great views of Charleston's landmarks.
Some guests had trouble finding the meeting point.
The weather can affect dolphin sightings.
The Journey
Charleston Battery
Sail past the Charleston Battery, a picturesque seawall and promenade, and witness the grandeur of meticulously preserved antebellum mansions. These elegant homes, with their stately columns and expansive piazzas, whisper tales of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the lives of Charleston's elite before the Civil War. The Battery itself has served as a defensive fortification since the 17th century, adding layers of historical significance to its stunning waterfront views.
Ravenel Bridge
Pass beneath the Ravenel Bridge, an architectural marvel spanning the Cooper River. This cable-stayed bridge, with its soaring diamond-shaped towers, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Charleston's skyline, harbor, and surrounding islands. As one of the longest bridges in North America, it's a modern icon that symbolizes the city's progress and connectivity.
USS Yorktown (Aircraft Carrier)
Encounter the mighty USS Yorktown, a legendary aircraft carrier that served with distinction in World War II, the Vietnam War, and the recovery of the Apollo 8 space capsule. Now a floating museum at Patriots Point, the Yorktown offers a fascinating glimpse into naval aviation history. Explore its flight deck, hangar bays, and living quarters, and imagine the lives of the thousands of sailors who once called this vessel home. It is a sobering yet stirring tribute to American ingenuity and sacrifice.
Fort Sumter
Approach Fort Sumter, the site where the first shots of the American Civil War were fired. This historic landmark, located on a small island in Charleston Harbor, stands as a poignant reminder of the nation's divided past. While landing is not always guaranteed, even a glimpse of the fort from the water evokes a sense of historical weight and the profound impact of the conflict on American society. Consider a separate ferry excursion to explore the fort itself for a more in-depth experience.
Know Before You Go
This private sailing tour includes bottled water and soda pop to keep you refreshed. Gratuities for the crew are not included. The meeting point is at the Safe Harbor City Marina downtown Charleston. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time to locate the boat and meet the crew.
Hot Tip
Guests suggest bringing sunscreen and a hat, even on cloudy days. The sun reflecting off the water can be strong. Also, keep an eye out for dolphins—they sometimes swim right up to the boat!
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