LITTLE RIVER BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
PonTiki Public Cruise on Little River: Two Hours of Sunset Drinks, Music, and River Passage
A family-friendly, operator-run public cruise on Little River featuring beer, wine, hard seltzers and music — options run two hours (with a three-hour island-adventure variant) and departure is prompt.
PonTiki Public Cruise on Little River: Two Hours of Sunset Drinks, Music, and River Passage.
PonTiki Myrtle Beach runs the Public Cruise on Little River — an all-ages, small-boat outing built around music, refreshments and open-water sightseeing. Whether you opt for an afternoon or sunset two-hour sail or the three-hour Island Adventures option, the operator encourages advance booking and a punctual arrival for check-in.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Music and Drinks Afloat
Each PonTiki Public Cruise is stocked with beer, wine, hard seltzers and plenty of water, and the outing purposely blends music and social time with open-water cruising.
Two-Hour Cruises and a Longer Island Adventure
Standard Afternoon, Sunset and Mimosa cruises run two hours, while the Island Adventures cruise is a three-hour option for those wanting a longer on-water experience.
Bring Snacks; Leave Pets at Home
Food is not provided but guests may bring snacks; each boat has coolers with ice for keeping items cold. Dogs are not allowed on Public Cruises.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
The Public Cruise is straightforward and social: guests board, settle in around music and drinks, and spend a set period on the water before returning to port — a compact, convivial way to sample Little River’s waterfront without complicated logistics.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Afternoon, Sunset and Mimosa Public Cruises run two hours; the Island Adventures cruise runs three hours.
You may bring snacks onboard; each PonTiki boat has coolers with ice and cruises are stocked with refreshments including water.
PonTiki supplies beer, wine, hard seltzers and plenty of water as part of the public-cruise experience.
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure to check in; PonTiki leaves promptly at the scheduled time and may depart without late guests, without refund.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Are dogs allowed on the Public Cruise?
No — dogs are not allowed on Public Cruises.
Is alcohol available onboard?
Yes — PonTiki Public Cruises include beer, wine and hard seltzers, and the boats are stocked with water.
Can I bring food or snacks?
Yes — food is not provided, but guests are welcome to bring snacks aboard; coolers with ice are available on each boat.
What happens if someone uses marijuana onboard?
PonTiki has a zero-tolerance policy for marijuana; because it is illegal in South Carolina, if guests are found using it the cruise is required by the U.S. Coast Guard to return to port immediately, and any cancelled cruise will be charged the full cruise rate.
What if I'm late for my cruise?
PonTiki leaves promptly at the designated departure time; guests should arrive 30 minutes early to check in, and the operator reserves the right to depart on schedule without refund for late arrivals.
How long are the cruises?
Afternoon, Sunset and Mimosa cruises are two hours; Island Adventures cruises are three hours.
Can I book an infant?
Yes, but to book an infant you must first select an accompanying adult during the booking process.