Many of Charleston’s modern marvels are also best viewed from the water, including the Ravenel Bridge, the waterfront restaurants, sleek yachts, graceful water fowl and playful dolphins frolicking in the harbor. With this in mind, in 1961 the Campsen family of Charleston founded Fort Sumter Tours to provide daily excursions to the Fort Sumter National Monument. Today, Fort Sumter Tours and partner SpiritLine Cruises provide daily access to this living monument, along with other memorable experiences for residents and guests of Charleston.

Built and designed to comfortably accommodate large groups for dining, the Spirit of Carolina hosts our dining cruises and is also available for chartered events. With two large enclosed air-conditioned dining decks and an open-air observation deck this boat has an abundance of space for any group size. Other amenities include 10 foot ceilings, atrium windows, semi-private mezzanine level dining on the lower deck, and two hand-crafted, mahogany bars. The décor is tasteful with a classic color palette. This boat also has a fully equipped galley. Length: 90 feet – Width: 30 feet

Elegant southern style and charm combined with functionality makes this boat a great choice for weddings and corporate events. The Spirit of the Lowcountry is loaded with amenities, starting with the spacious partially covered upper deck. When you step onto this deck you really feel like you are part of the surrounding beauty of Charleston Harbor. This boat has seven restrooms, an elevator for guests with mobility issues, two fully equipped bars, and two heated/air conditioned dining decks. The décor on this boat is one of the crowning features, with beautiful window tapestries, banquette seating and classic lighting fixtures; this boat is a true gem. Length: 93 feet – Width: 32 feet