James Island Vacation Activities

Johns Island and James Island are two of the Sea Islands near Charleston, South Carolina. The Ashley and Stono Rivers separate these islands from peninsular downtown Charleston.

Fort Sumter is located on an island just off the eastern tip of James Island and was the site of the first battle of the Civil War. Bombardment of Fort Sumter was started from Fort Johnson, which was located on the eastern portion of James Island.
Johns Island is home to “The Angel Oak”, a 1400-year-old Southern live oak tree.

Being areas that are steeped in history and surrounded by so much water you can imagine the wealth of activities that can be found on the islands and in nearby Charleston. Just to mention a few, Boating, Fishing, Golf, Tennis, great Restaurants and shopping

James Island Local Businesses

Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens:

Boone Hall Plantation cherishes its position as one of our nation's most recognized historic sites and as one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Charleston, SC Lowcountry and touted as a must see stop on any trip to Charleston, SC by NBC Daytime television. See why Boone Hall is America's Most Photographed Plantation. Stroll the famous Avenue Of Oaks. Explore the Gullah Culture through live presentations. See our newest exhibit Black History In America presented in nine original slave cabins, tour the Plantation Home, and more. Enjoy one of America's oldest working, living Plantations and the setting where television shows and movies have been filmed. And for that special event or Wedding, our staff looks forward to assisting you in any way we can to plan the perfect event for your perfect day!
Stroll the Oaks: www.boonehallplantation.com

Plantation in Charleston, SC

Airplane Tours:

With over 25 years of safe flying experience in the Charleston, SC area, we offer private airplane tours which can make your vacation or special occasion "really special". You won't believe how beautiful the Lowcountry is until you see it from a birds eye view with an Aerial sightseeing tour. We have four standard packages available or you can request a custom tour if you have specific sights that you want to see around the Charleston area. Make sure to bring several rolls of film!! Heck, you can even bring along a picnic lunch and your favorite beverage, this is your private SEE ALL AERIAL TOUR. And be sure to ask about our Romantic Sunset flights.
Take off at: www.flyinghighovercharleston.com

Flying over Charleston, SC

Nature Adventure Outfitters:

Take a Kayak Nature Adventure tour to coastal barrier islands, rivers, rice plantations and beautiful cypress swamps in and around the Charleston, South Carolina area. Kayak or Canoe rentals are available for those who want to explore on their own, while guided kayaking tours are just right for a memorable family vacation. Canoe and Kayak Blackwater and Swamp & creek tours are offered daily, as are our Saltwater Kayaking trips, by ACA Certified & Master Naturalist Guides! Come see dolphin & pelicans at eye level! Absolutely, the best kayak nature tours outfitter in Charleston, SC! Recommended by National Geographic.
paddle on over to: www.kayakcharlestonsc.com

Kayak Nature tours in Charleston, SC

Island Trike Rental:

Island Trike Rentals on Folly Beach, SC is your premier 3 wheel and Beach Cruiser bike rental company. We offer 2 person trikes and beach cruiser bikes for daily and weekly rentals, allowing you to go green even while on vacation. Pedal to the beach, dinner, anywhere your feet can take you, and never have to worry about parking. A bike rental on Folly Beach is fun, eco friendly and will even help you burn some calories, though it will hardly seem like work. At Island Trike Rentals...We Rent FUN!!
Go to: www.islandtrikerentals.com

Bike Rentals in Folly Beach, SC

Drum Runner Charters:

Drum Runner Charters is a full-service fishing charter company specializing in nearshore and inshore charters, including fly fishing. We have two boats in or fleet to better accommodate your group. Runner, a 24-foot Sea Pro bay boat, is very roomy and stable and provides an excellent fishing platform especially for larger groups and Miss Emilie, a 17-foot Silver King flats boat, is designed for stalking redfish on the shallow flats, or chasing tailing reds in the flooded grass. It will accommodate up to three passengers. We provide all bait and tackle, including Quantum rods and reels and fishing license. Captain Harry C. Demosthenes, owner and operator of Drum Runner Charters, has a lifetime of experience on the water and guarantees a safe and memorable experience for you and your group.
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Fishing Trips near Charleston, SC

Welcome to Charleston's Blue Hour... A Charleston Water Tour:

There are many ways for you to enjoy our Charleston boat tours from the couples getaway and small party to family or intimate weekend trips! The 48' Californian yacht boasts three luxurious staterooms, a salon with an entertainment center and a spacious aft deck for entertaining. The flybridge is ideal for sightseeing and sun pads on the bow for sunbathers. The Blue Hour is felixble and proud to offer a number of Charleston boat tours to our guests and The Blue Hour is more than just a Charleston boat tour venue. We also provide bed and breakfast, charters such as corporate outings, harbor / sunset cruises, weddings, sightseeing, nature tours and golfing expeditions to Kiawah Island, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, along with fine dining along the coast and much more!
Go to: www.bbonthesea.com