In preparation for your trip, we have tried to answer some questions you might have about our tours or our boat.
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us and learn what Myrtle Beach Boat Tours with Island Song Charters is all about!
Where Island Song Charters sails always depends on the wind, weather, sea conditions, and time of day. We also take our guests’ preferences into consideration, especially for private tours.
A typical tour includes cruising up the Intracoastal Waterway to the Little River Inlet to Bird Island and Waites Island and out to the Atlantic Ocean.
During the Intracoastal portion of the tour, you will enjoy beautiful scenery of the natural marshes, barrier islands, and various wildlife. An Intracoastal tour will take you past the historic Little River Waterfront, the home of the famous Blue Crab Festival, the Calabash fishing village, home of the world-wide famous Calabash seafood, and even a Civil War fortifications site.
We provide refreshing non-alcoholic beverages, light snacks, and water on all tours. You are also welcome to bring your own cooler on any tour with your food and beverages. Your own beer, wine, or other choices are welcome aboard for legal age drinkers only.
Soft-soled shoes with non-marring soles are a must. Black-soled shoes are likely to leave marks on the boat, so white-soled shoes are preferred. If you plan to wear a hat, we recommend a hat with a tie or clip attached. Wear whatever makes you comfortable. Light colored clothing, sun glasses, towels, and sun protection are advised. Common sense clothing to fit the weather is always right.
Please keep in mind, especially during cooler weather, that the ocean breeze can be a bit chilly when right on the water. Layers are recommended especially during the cooler months.
Bottlenose dolphins are frequently seen around sunrise and sunset, in areas where there are small fish to eat. Dolphins are attracted to the shrimp boats and the easy food they provide, so we may sail near to catch a glimpse. In the spring and fall, we occasionally see herds of dolphins migrating through our area. They also approach sail boats due to the lack of engine noise and have been known to ride the bow wake.
We always see birds. The barrier islands in this area are a natural habitat for many species of birds, including great white heron, ibis, and many more. You will enjoy watching the antics of Brown Pelicans as they dive for their prey.
Our boat and tours are designed around the concept that personal attention and personal service are what you, our valued guest, are always seeking.
Extra hands are always helpful while getting in and out of the boat slip, but helping out is not required. If passengers want to steer or help trim sails, we are glad to give them the opportunity when conditions are safe.
We have a CD player onboard with speakers in the cockpit and cabin. Feel free to bring your favorite CDs. We have a variety of CDs onboard including your favorite Jimmy Buffet music. We sometimes just listen to the calls of the birds and the sound of waves lapping on the boat as the blue ocean flows by.
Yes! For an additional $35 we are glad to accommodate those who want the vessels operated by Island Song Charters all to themselves. For a very special addition to your vacation holiday come on the tour with a loved one or your family group up to six persons. PRIVATE TOURS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE AS SPACE IS VERY LIMITED.