CHARLESTON PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
Take the Friki Tiki: Charleston’s Private BYOB Harbor Cruise
Fully private daytime and sunset charters for groups up to 32 — a concise guide to what to expect, how to plan, and why this is Charleston’s go-to private-party boat.
Take the Friki Tiki: Charleston’s Private BYOB Harbor Cruise.
Tiki Tours of Charleston offers a wholly private cruise aboard the Friki Tiki: a lively, BYOB charter for groups that want the boat to themselves. Available as daytime or sunset charters with flexible start times, these private outings are built for celebratory occasions — birthdays, bachelor(ette) parties, corporate getaways — and designed so you set the vibe while the operator handles the details.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Floating Private Party
The Friki Tiki is a fully private charter that lets your group control the music, the mood, and the itinerary; it’s promoted as an irrepressibly fun boat for celebrations and social outings.
Daytime and Sunset Options
Charters run as daytime or sunset trips with flexible start times, allowing groups to pick the light and tempo they prefer — bright midday cruising or the hush and color of Charleston’s harbor at dusk.
Built for Groups Up to 32
Designed for private gatherings — from milestone birthdays to corporate outings — the Friki Tiki accommodates groups of up to 32 so you can keep the party intact and private.
What the day feels like
What Being Onboard Feels Like
Board a dedicated tiki boat for a private cruise where the group sets the tone: bring your own beverages, choose a start time that fits your schedule, and drift through Charleston’s harbor on a two- or two-and-a-half-hour outing that prioritizes fun and privacy while the operator manages the vessel.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Choose between the offered charter lengths — roughly two hours or two and a half hours — and pick a daytime or sunset slot with flexible start times to fit your group’s schedule.
This is a BYOB private charter: bring beverages and whatever personal items you want for your group’s comfort. The operator handles the boat and basics so you can focus on the event.
Book as a fully private charter for your party — the operator offers private bookings tailored to events for groups up to 32 participants.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can I bring?
The private charter accommodates groups of up to 32 people.
How long are the cruises?
Charter lengths are approximately two hours or two and a half hours.
Can we bring our own drinks?
Yes — the charter is BYOB so groups can bring their own beverages.
What kind of events are these charters for?
These private charters are promoted as ideal for birthdays, bachelor(ette) parties, corporate outings, and other group celebrations.
Who operates the cruises?
Tiki Tours of Charleston operates the private Friki Tiki charters.