
Sunset Cruises
Beaufort, SC

Experience a Lowcountry Sunset!
There are few things more beautiful than a sunset over the vibrant water, swaying marsh grasses, and mystical Spanish moss draped oak trees of Beaufort, SC. Get your private front row seat for the show on a Sunset Cruise on the Beaufortonian! Whether you’re looking for a chill evening sipping wine with friends, a special celebration, an educational nature and history tour with a sunset ending, or anything in-between we have you covered! We love to tailor these trips to you and your crew.
Like our Beaufort River Tour trips, we typically cruise the Beaufort River looking for dolphins, wildlife, birds, while talking about the local area, history, and sights from the water. These trips differ from our other trips in that we time them to end around sunset but before dark.
Each Sunset Cruise is tailored to you so we can do a tour format, or you can chill with friends and family or us your cruise as boat ride to celebrate an occasion on! Feel free to bring food, drinks, adult beverages, a cake, etc!
We also have evening/sunset times available under ACE Basin & Monkey Island Tours.
Call us for custom Downtown Beaufort pickup and drop offs.
Our vessel the Beaufortonian can take up to 14 passengers. All trips are private (not shared) experiences.

FAQ’s
What is included on a Sunset Cruise?
You and your crew get a fully outfitted Coast Guard Inspected Vessel rated to carry up to 14 passengers to yourselves along with a professional, licensed/insured captain/guide. Private trips are not shared with people not in your crew.
A.C.E Basin & Monkey Island Tours can take up to 6 passengers.
Where do we meet For a Sunset Cruise?
Our primary location is at the Port Royal Landing Marina.
The Address is: 1 Port Royal Landing Dr, Port Royal, SC 29935
A.C.E Basin & Monkey Island Tours meet at Eddings Point Landing
What if there is bad weather?
We will not take you out in conditions you will not enjoy. If unexpected bad weather occurs on a trip we will promptly return to the marina.
If the weather is bad we will either cancel and fully refund your trip or reschedule your trip if you would like to try another time.
How do I book a trip?
Click Here > select the type of trip you want > select a date > select an available trip time > select your group size > Then follow the remaining prompts.
You can also book by calling and inquire about trip via email.
We are a small business so if you call and we do not answer we are probably on trips Please leave a voice mail or shoot us an email and we will respond ASAP.
How much does a Sunset Cruise cost?
Trip cost very depending on the amount of time and number of passengers.
Our 2hr private trip prices start with a 1-6 passenger base price of $335. There is increasing pricing tiers for 7-8 passengers ($385), 9-10 passenger ($435), and 11-14 passengers ($535).
See A.C.E Basin & Monkey Island Tours for pricing
Gratuity is not required but it is appreciated.
What is the best time to see dolphins, birds, etc?
At all times of the day dolphins have to regularly come up for air where they can be observed. There is not one time of the day that is better than others for seeing them.
For dedicated birding trips there are some tides we would not recommend so feel free to call ahead before booking.
For a detailed description of what you could see on our trips click Here.
Can we bring food or drinks?
Yes, you can bring meals, snacks, drinks, and adult beverages on your trip.
Are there restrooms on the boat?
Our boat does not have restrooms. There are public restrooms located at the Port Royal Landing Marina were we depart from and return to.
Is there shade on the boat?
The back area (4 seats) of the Beaufortonian is shaded from most sun angles.
Can we bring dogs?
Yes, dogs are welcome on our trips.
What is your cancelation policy?
Customers will receive a full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone or email to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.