Boating & Watersports

Isle of Palms is a great launching point for exploring the area's uninhabited barrier islands by sailboat, motorboat, kayak or canoe. Anglers enjoy inshore and offshore fishing charters in the East Islands, as they promise epic battles with blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, and other giant trophies. The Isle of Palms Marina is located right on the Intracoastal Waterway and provides access to a wide array of fishing charters, customized excursions, and watersports equipment rentals. The marina also offers parasailing adventures courtesy of Tidal Wave Watersports. The marina's Harbor Market sells groceries, beach supplies, t-shirts, bait, fishing tackle, and other necessities for a day on the water. Adventurous types can head inland for crabbing, shrimping, and kayaking on the area's saltwater creeks and backcountry waters.

Adventure Outdoors Fishing
(843) 345-9969
Enjoy a Low-country fishing experience with Captain Fritz, a dedicated angler and strong advocate of catch and release fishing. Everything is provided, including license, bait, tackle and ice. Bring your food, beverage, and a camera to record your catch.

Aqua Safaris
Intracoastal Waterway Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 886-8133
Aqua Safaris arranges inshore and offshore fishing, harbor cruises, tours and sailing charters. Enjoy a beach barbecue, a dolphin sunset sail, or even a children’s pirate sail. Charters can be arranged from downtown Charleston, Mt. Pleasant or other area locations.

Barefoot Island Sports
1 Seafood Dr Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 568-3222
Barefoot Island Sports is an expert guide company specializing in family kayak adventures suitable for all experience levels. Barefoot carries a full line of rental kayaks, bikes and surfboards.

Coastal Expeditions
50 41st Ave Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 884-7684
Coastal Expeditions is Charleston's oldest kayak outfitter, and specializes in custom family tours. Trips from both Shem Creek and the Isle of Palms Marina for beginner and expert-level kayakers are offered. Coastal Expeditions also offers kayak instruction, rentals, and sales. The outfitter operates the fascinating Bull Island Ferry tour.

Isle of Palms Marina Boat Rentals
50 41st Ave. Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 886-0209
Visitors can rent a variety of boats through the Isle of Palms Marina. The marina offers 14-foot to 24-foot flat boats, center consoles and pontoon boats ideal for fishing, sightseeing, and island picnics. The marina’s rental boats accommodate two to twelve people and can be rented hourly or daily.

Nature Adventure Outfitters
(800) 673-0679
Naturalist guided tours of blackwater swamps, rice plantations, salt marshes, and barrier islands. Beginners welcome.

Shallow Thoughts Fishing
(843) 509-4751
Captain Jeremy Espiritu provides safe and exciting inshore fishing experiences for all experience levels, up to 6 people at a time. Redfish, trout, flounder, ladyfish, jack crevalle, shark and tarpon.

Tidal Wave Watersports
69 41st Avenue Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 886-8456
Tidal Wave’s USCG licensed parasailing captains offer adrenaline junkies the chance to fly from 600 to 1,000 feet above the ocean. Each parasailing excursion includes up to six passengers and lasts for approximately 90 minutes. Tandem flights are also available if conditions are favorable. The company also offers rentals of waverunners, waterskiing rigs, and fun banana boat rides.