Charleston Yacht Charters operates the Kismet, Charleston’s only picnic boat accommodating up to 23 passengers, as part of a broader fleet ranked in the top 10% of attractions worldwide on TripAdvisor and featured by Forbes Travel Guide as one of the most romantic things to do in Charleston. With more than 10,000 happy guests each year, the company bills itself as Charleston’s #1 sailing and yachting experience.
Kismet is a favorite for bachelorette parties, swimming outings, and any celebration needing a bigger boat, with 2-4 hour cruises including stops to swim and lounge in water hammocks. Rates start at $400 per hour, with an hourglass structure running up to 4 hours for up to 23 passengers. Weekends book up quickly.
Beyond Kismet, the broader fleet includes Fate and Mystique, the largest and most beautiful charter sailing yachts in Charleston at 50′ and 43′, limited to 6 passengers under Coast Guard regulations; Serendipity, a sailing catamaran for up to 18 passengers starting at $500/hour; Southern Charm, a private boat tour and beach excursion vessel for up to 6 passengers starting at $400 for 2-3 hours, ideal for secluded beaches and shark tooth hunting; and a Public Luxury Sunset Sail aboard Serendipity, limited to 12 passengers, including a complimentary champagne toast and charcuterie from Caviar and Bananas, departing nightly Wednesday through Sunday at $125 per person.
Every charter is BYOB and food, with complimentary bottled water and soft drinks included, and full catering available through Caviar & Bananas, ranging from simple charcuterie to full salmon and filet dinners. Every crew is professional and certified, delivering what the company describes as a 5-star experience from arrival to the final moments of the cruise.
For groups in Charleston looking for a luxury party boat, sailing charter, or catamaran cruise, whether for a bachelorette celebration, romantic sunset sail, or island beach excursion, Charleston Yacht Charters (including the Kismet) offers a top-rated, award-winning fleet.
