Things to do in Beaufort, South Carolina (SC): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

July 14, 2021 Chanda Heide

With a pristine coastline, a rich antebellum history and a charming, historic downtown, Beaufort is more than one of the most enriching getaways in South Carolina. Here travelers discover a unique destination where stunning views of rivers, marshes and moss-hung oaks couple with authentic Lowcountry cuisine and a relaxing rhythm of life to create an experience that stays with them long after they leave.
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1. Beaufort Kayak Tours

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Beaufort Kayak Tours

Owner-operated Beaufort Kayak Tours provides narrated natural and cultural history tours in the scenic waters of Beaufort County. Kayak with Jim and Teri to visit historical downtown Beaufort, the secluded ACE Basin, or the palm-studded lagoon of Hunting Island. Discover our area's Civil War history, the impact of rice culture, and the mysteries of the salt marsh and barrier islands. Please visit our website for more information.

2. Cast Away Fishing Charters

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Cast Away Fishing Charters

Welcome to Cast Away Charters ~ voted Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands best fishing charter service, fishing professionally since 2004! We are licensed USCG Master Captains and Pro Anglers, dedicated to providing amazing fishing adventures for our guests. We offer private trips for up to six anglers per boat for beginners to experts, and include licenses, bait/tackle, and coolers for beverages and snacks. We charter year round and customize our trips for large and small groups, corporate outings, vacationers and more. For larger parties we fish “tournament style” with a prize and certificate for the winners. Our 24 ft Sport vessels allow for tremendous performance and maneuverability in the shallow flats, ideal for hunting Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Tarpon, Cobia and other near shore and inshore species. Novices to seasoned anglers have the chance to reel in impressive trophy fish. Get Hooked on Cast Away Fishing Charters and Shallow Sport ~ Catch More Fish!

3. Mattson Charter Service

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Mattson Charter Service

Visit our website for more info and rates! Exceptional guided fishing charters for inshore, nearshore reefs and offshore. Redfish, Cobia, Grouper, Snapper, Trippletail, Trout, Tarpon, Sharks, with premium gear on a well equipped large confortable boat and gear. Conveniently located at Port Royal Landing Marina!

4. Beaufort Lands End Paddling

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Beaufort Lands End Paddling

We offer great kayaking tours thru the ICW Beaufort River and Hunting Island we paddle thru the marsh during high tides and low tide we paddle to a local sandbar and see dolphin and local sea life. We also get out and go swimming and throw a cast net. We offer history tours and movie sites by request. We offer Paddle board instruction, surfing and sailing. We have sailing excursions for 6 people and boating for 4 people. Also bike rentals and kayak rentals. We are located in Downtown Beaufort Marina 1006 Bay street.

5. Lowcountry Photo Safaris

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Lowcountry Photo Safaris

We are a wildlife photography tour in the Lowcountry of South Carolina (mostly Beaufort County). We have 2hr ( for groups of 3 to 5 people) or the customary 3hr tours (1 to 4 people). The trips run around the calendar year the first three hours & the last three hours of the day (weather permitting), in a 19ft Carolina Skiff. Trips are seasonal and focus on the wildlife activity of the moment.

6. Tailwind Charters

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Tailwind Charters

Light Tackle Inshore fishing in the Beaufort Area. Specializing in Redfish, trout, flounder, tarpon, shark .

7. Cruise Beaufort

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Cruise Beaufort

Luxury wine, sunset and dolphin sighting cruises aboard 50' C/V Second Chance. Join us for a luxury trip down the Beaufort River while enjoying complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy the sunset and watch dolphins at play in the river.

8. Beaufort Coastal Adventures

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Beaufort Coastal Adventures

Welcome to Beaufort Coastal Adventures, the best inshore fishing charters in Beaufort and Hilton Head, South Carolina. Come fishing with Captain Mike Linker, a 30-year veteran angler on the Beaufort and Hilton Head waterways and a USCG licensed captain. Board Jean Rae, a comfortable 21 foot SeaPro with a center console and Bimini shade top, and get ready for a fun, relaxing day of fishing.

9. Tight Lines Unlimited

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Tight Lines Unlimited

Half day inshore fly fishing and spin fishing charters. (4-5 hours) Up to 2 people. USCG licensed and insured captain will guide you through the grass marshes combing the mudflats as we fish the Coosaw River, Port Royal Sound and St Helena Sound. Possible catches are Redfish, Cobia, Sea Trout, Tarpon, Flounder, Triple Tail and shark. No equipment needed, everything you need will be supplied.

10. Outside Beaufort

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Outside Beaufort

For 40 years, Outside has been providing fun, memorable outdoor activities and is now kayaking Beaufort. Experience our Beaufort Kayak Tour at the Port Royal Sound Maritime Center. The Chechessee River is a tidal waterway on the Port Royal Sound. The River is known for incredible, pristine natural environments and fantastic wildlife viewing.

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