Folly Beach Vacation Activities

Folly Beach, SC has always been a part of coastal South Carolina's history and charm. Nestled between the Folly River and the Atlantic Ocean, just fifteen minutes from downtown Charleston, the barrier island of Folly Beach truly offers you the best of both worlds.

When you wake up in the morning, you will enjoy the sunrise on the beach and finish your day watching a spectacular sunset on the Folly River. A kayak nature tour allows you to catch sight of loggerhead turtles nesting, dolphins playing and see bald eagles soaring in the sky. Folly Beach, South Carolina is home to many endangered species. On the eastern tip of the Island, you will find an outstanding view of the Morris Island Lighthouse from one of three county parks.

Folly Beach, SC offers an extensive list of activities, from bike rentals and jet skis rentals to charter boat fishing, dolphin cruises and parasailing.

And let us not forget about some of the finest food on the coast at Folly Beach. Whether you are looking for a gourmet meal, seafood feast or a tasty sandwich, you will find it here and Folly's local shops offer a variety of goods and services. Everything from bathing suits, surf boards and surfing gear, to souvenirs, local art, sea shells and gifts …all within minutes in this quaint little town.

Folly Beach Local Businesses

AquaSafaris, Inc. Worldwide Charter Yacht:

20 years experience owning and operating vessels worldwide - we are your experts! Inshore & Offshore fishing boat charters, power, & sailing yachts. The PALMETTO BREEZE Custom Catamaran, is built for comfort and ready to set sail on a Charleston Harbor cruise for up to 100 people: Children's Pirate Adventures, Dolphin cruises & Sunset sails. Tuesday-Sunday. Bottled Water & Soft Drinks Free. And any event is a special occasion when you're sailing in Charleston, South Carolina. Choose from executive daysails, tours of historic Charleston, corporate "team building" regattas, sail / golf packages, family outings, private cruises, sailing lessons, sunset sails and harbor tours or island beach expeditions. To Find out more, click below
Catch the Breeze at: www.Palmettobreeze.com

Boat Charters in Charleston, SC

Charleston Kayak Company:

Charleston Kayak Company is a small kayak outfitter and boat tour operator specializing in creating unique and memorable on water experiences for their guests. Let our professional Guides and USCG certified master captains show you the real low-country. Offerings include regularly scheduled guided nature kayak tours and rentals, private guided tours, group events, and boat charters. Daily kayaking tour options depart from Folly Beach, Mt Pleasant/Sullivan's Island, and from historic Middleton Place. Boat charters are available daily on a spacious 24ft Carolina Skiff for dolphin watching cruises, sunrise / sunset cruises, and Morris Island Lighthouse trips.
Paddle over: www.charlestonkayakcompany.com

Kayaking in Folly Beach, SC

Adventure Harbor tours:

Enjoy a day of Charter boat fishing or experience a dolphin watching cruise and Harbor tour while taking in all the glory that the beautiful Charleston Harbor tour has to offer. We also offer boat rides to Morris Island to hunt shells and sharks teeth along Charleston, SC's most pristine barrier Island beach or take our "Off the Beaten Path Tour" and see historic sites where the other tour boats can't go! Get up close to historic areas like the Morris Island Lighthouse, the "Swamp Angel", "Castle Pinckney" and Fort Palmetto. Boats are also available for private charters, photography outings, and sunset / booze harbor cruises with a USCG charter boat Captain provided to be your guide and designated driver for the day. Call for Reservations, (843) 442-9455
Cruise on Over to: adventureharborTours.com

Harbor Tours Charleston, SC

Charleston Charter Fishing:

Inshore fly fishing and light tackle charters year round in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. Fish the many bodies of water surrounding the low country including Kiawah Island, Folly Beach and Isle of Palms. On our Charleston fishing charters, Redfish are always available creating an excellent year round fishery as well as Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Flounder. Fishing tactics change with the seasons providing anglers with new and exciting challenges on your fly fishing or light tackle charter. All equipment, bait, fishing licenses, soft drinks and snacks are provided. Capt. Bennett, USCG licensed and fully insured, is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable charter to anglers of all skill levels and ages.
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Charter fishing in Charleston, SC

Drum Runner Charters:

Drum Runner Charters is a full-service fishing charter company specializing in nearshore and inshore charters, including fly fishing. We have two boats in or fleet to better accommodate your group. Runner, a 24-foot Sea Pro bay boat, is very roomy and stable and provides an excellent fishing platform especially for larger groups and Miss Emilie, a 17-foot Silver King flats boat, is designed for stalking redfish on the shallow flats, or chasing tailing reds in the flooded grass. It will accommodate up to three passengers. We provide all bait and tackle, including Quantum rods and reels and fishing license. Captain Harry C. Demosthenes, owner and operator of Drum Runner Charters, has a lifetime of experience on the water and guarantees a safe and memorable experience for you and your group.
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Fishing Trips near Charleston, SC

The Ashley Inn:

Prepare to be pampered at one of the best bed and breakfast in Charleston, SC, The Ashley Inn Bed and Breakfast with that very special southern hospitality. The pace is relaxed -- The decor is subtly elegant and inviting and the gourmet breakfast delectable. Enjoy your breakfast on the piazza overlooking a beautiful Charleston garden. Our knowledgeable, friendly staff is waiting to assist you with planning your stay in Charleston or simply make reservations for dinner, tours or attractions. We are conveniently located in the residential area of the historic district and less than 1/4 mile from the Charleston Visitor's Center and about 1 & 1/4 miles from Battery Park (the southern most landfall of the peninsula where the Ashley & Cooper Rivers come together to form the harbor). Call us at 800-235-8039 for reservations.
Get Settled at: www.charleston-sc-inns.com