Day Charters: Private Yacht Cruises
Imagine your own floating resort on the serene inland waters of Hilton Head. At Hilton Head Yacht Charter, every detail is tailored to your desires. Choose your guests, activities, menus, and more. Your day cruise is only limited by your imagination.
Relaxation and Comfort
Recharge and unwind in our spacious lounges, interior salons and outdoor decks. From the expansive sun pad to the blissful sky lounge, there is no shortage of comfortable places to take in the stunning views. Love the water? Enjoy our floating platform and lounge chairs after you take a refreshing dip using the swim ladder.
Thrilling Water Sports
Waterskiing & Wakeboarding: Learn or perfect your skills.
Sea-Bob Adventures: Feel the thrill of skimming across the water at 15 knots and diving to 6 feet.
Tubing Fun: Enjoy non-stop laughs and excitement.
Gourmet Dining
Our Executive Chef promises to prepare the best gourmet luncheon you’ve ever had in Hilton Head. Customize your menu during our event planning process, and let our chef handle the rest. From cocktails and canapes to a multi-course sit down meal, we can do anything you desire.
Premium Bar Service
No yacht rental is complete without your favorite beverages. Enjoy our complimentary premium bar service, ready and waiting for you. Challenge our experienced Stewardess to craft your favorite cocktails or mocktails from our Top Shelf bar on the flybridge aft.
Your Perfect Day on the Water
It’s all about you! Come experience the best day on the water that Hilton Head has to offer. We can’t wait to welcome you on board!
Water Sports
Activities
Day Charters on Top Shelf are all about watersports and water-based activities. Open the boxes below to learn more about the water toys we offer.
Sea Bob
If you have never experienced riding a SeaBob, you are in for a treat. Imagine how a dolphin swims through the water, this is how you will feel swimming at 11 miles per hour above and under the water!
Tow Sports
Tubing on the Obrien Booker 2 Tube is simply a blast. The tube slides easily to both sides to get you airborne over the wake. In Addition, the Zup Board is a versatile kneeboard/wakeboard combination. The Sea-Doo 155 Speedster Jetboat is our 215 HP towing platform. Lots of laughs guaranteed with these watersport activities.
Paddle Boards
Take our two paddleboards for a trip to explore some of the low country tidal creeks.
Other Toys
The crew will inflate a floating sundeck that is a great place for the adults to slip in and out of the water. In addition, Yamaha Sea Scooters, other toys will be available for your enjoyment.
Top Shelf
Vessel Layout
Top Shelf is an 80 foot Hatteras Sky Lounge Motor Yacht. She sleeps 8 passengers in 4 staterooms. Click the boxes below to explore the deck layouts.
Sun Decks
Top Shelf has 3 main sunning decks including the bow sun-pad, the Aft Flybridge Lounge and the floating Swim Platform which includes inflatable chairs.
Lounge Areas
Both aft, the aft-deck lounge area is a comfortable dining area for 8 guests. The crew can erect the sailcloth shades for the Flybridge Skylounge to make this a wonder area to relax.
State Rooms
Staterooms on Top Shelf are located on the lower deck consisting of a full-width master cabin, a VIP cabin in the bow, and two staterooms both Starboard and Port. All cabins have an ensuite head.
Galley
Top Shelf has a full galley on board where Chef Jenn performs her magic. The galley is fully equipped to serve your delicious lunch or delicate afternoon pastries.
Menu
Executive Chef
Lauded by guests (including Vogue’s Editor on a charter in 2023), our full time Chef will impress you beyond your wildest culinary dreams.
Lunch Menu
Your lunch menu is as customizable as your cruise. Our executive chefs are changing things up all the time.
Endless Snacks
During your cruise, you will be surprised by the assortment of healthy and fun snacks. Click Here to get a sneak preview of some of these creations.
Cocktail Specialties
Premium cocktails, beer, and healthy hydration are all complimentary and part of the day aboard Top Shelf.
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Let our executive chefs put their final touches on your birthday, anniversary, or other special occasions. Click Here for some of their latest ideas.
Luxury Yacht Sunset Dinner Cruises
Imagine gliding through the tranquil, waveless waters of Calibogue Sound as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the horizon. Aboard our luxury yacht, Top Shelf, you and your guests will indulge in true five-star treatment, designed for ultimate entertainment and relaxation. Let us cater to your every need as we cruise under the starry skies of the Lowcountry.
Culinary Excellence Under the Stars
A sunset dinner cruise on Top Shelf is a feast for the senses. Whether you desire a four-course formal dining experience crafted by our celebrated executive chefs and served by our five-star crew, or a casual dining setup for the kids on the aft deck while the adults enjoy a sophisticated indoor venue, we have you covered.
Perhaps you prefer extraordinary hors d’oeuvres served on the aft flybridge during an important business cocktail party. Whatever your culinary desires, we will exceed them. We specialize in delivering the finest Lowcountry cuisine Hilton Head has to offer. Customize your menu with our concierge, and let our Chef create a dining experience that will surpass all expectations.
Unwind in Style
After dinner, retreat to the flybridge aft and take in the stunning night skies of Hilton Head. Savor your favorite cocktail or mocktail and a fine cigar as you engage in exciting and enjoyable conversations. Our attentive crew will be on hand to ensure you have everything you need for a perfect evening.
It’s All About You
Come experience the best night on the water that Hilton Head has to offer. At Top Shelf, it’s all about creating unforgettable moments tailored just for you.
Themed Events
Customize Your Evening
Every sunset dinner cruise is completely custom. From the itinerary to the menu and everything in between, we will exceed your expectations with five-star, white glove service.
Chef Creations
Click Here to view some of our executive chef’s latest creations.
Themes & Decor
Work with our concierge to pick your evening’s theme. Some popular themes include “Caribbean”, “French”, “Great Gatsby”, “Black Tie” and many others. Get as creative as you like!
Four Course Cuisine
Customize Your Menu
Once you book your Silver Service You will work with your cruise concierge to select and customize your four-course dinner menu.
Aft Deck Dining
This outdoor dining area seats 8 and allows guests to enjoy the sights and sounds of cruising on the Calibogue Sound.
Aft Flybridge Lounge
For larger groups, the crew will remove the daytime sail-cloth shade for the flybridge lounge and set up a table for twelve. You will dine with the magnificent view of the stars and the shores of Hilton Head.
Cocktails & Hor d’Oveures
Cocktail Parties
Cocktail party planning is a snap with the Bronze Service and your cruise concierge. Delicious Hor d’oeuvres and complimentary cocktails will be served.
Cocktails Specialties
Premium cocktails, beer, and healthy hydration are all part of the Bronze evening cruise aboard Top Shelf.
Desserts
Our executive chefs are constantly inventing new after-dinner treats. Click Here to view some of their latest creations.