FAQ | Sail Away Express

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GPS: 4042 Highway 17 Business Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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Yes, Reservations are required! Reservations can be made by clicking “Book Now” or by giving us a call @ (843) 357-7777. All reservations must arrive 30-45 minutes ahead of departure time for check in. At the time of departure, if seats are available, we will be able to take walk-ins. If none are available, walk-ins will have to wait until the next scheduled departure time. The USCG Limits our passenger load for safety.
We require 48 hours of notice of cancellation in order for us to refund you. If you cancel within 48 hours or are a ‘No Show’ there will be no refund possible.
Yes! Express Watersports is a full service watersports center. We have restrooms, showers, and changing rooms for use before and after your Sailing Charter.
Yes! There is a marine head aboard the 38′ Adventure Catamaran.
We have free parking at our watersports center. Please lock all valuables in your car.
Weather conditions come and go in Myrtle Beach. Your Captain may either cancel or delay a trip if weather conditions are unfavourable. Rain squalls usually move through quicky, however! If the Captain cancels the departure, there is no charge. If you are able to reschedule, we will try to move you to the next best time or can issue a refund at that time.
Our sailing charters are 2 hours long!
All ages are welcome! Be wary of a sizable step up from the dock when boarding.
The Adventure is a 38′ Catamaran. It’s incredibly comfortable and has great sightlines in all directions!
Partially, yes! Towards the stern there is a covered section while the majority is open to the sun.
Native to the area, there are Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins, Batrays, Stingrays, Cannonball Jellies, Horseshoe Crabs, Loggerhead and Leatherback Sea Turtles, as well as a myriad of birds, such as the Osprey, American Bald Eagle, Brown Pelican, Cormorant, and Oystercatcher!
We can’t guarantee seeing any wildlife in the ocean, as dolphins are wild animals. It’s illegal in the State of South Carolina to feed or trap dolphin for viewing. The Atlantic Ocean is vast, however we do have a very high success rate. Our vessel works in tandem with the rest of the fleet, relaying information on sightings, behaviour patterns, and feeding times!
The ocean is a moving body of water. We will make every effort to minimize any heavy rocking and rolling via positioning our vessel in ways that are most comfortable to our guests.
Guests may take Dramamine, Bonine, or any over the counter or prescription seas sickness medicine. Our watersports center does sell Dramamine. If guests are prone to sea sickness, they should consult their physician.
The vessel has a decent step up from the floating dock she is docked at, so she is not handicap accessible.
Yes! There is a open bar and light brunch served on our AM sailing cruise. For our PM cruise, we serve a light lunch with a open bar, as well. For our sunset sails, there is rum punch, white wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and a fruit & cheese tray offered.
No! We do not allow smoking or vaping aboard any of our vessels.
Yes! On the way back to the docks, our Captain and crew will regale you with tales of the Murrells Inlet area and the history within.
We recommend something light, comfortable, and something you’re willing to get wet in. Never a bad call to bring layers on a windy day!
Of course! Give us a call at (843) 357-7777 for pricing and availability.
Of course! They appreciate any and all gratuity, as they work for tips!
We do not recommend pregnant women to participate, please refer to your physician.
Our season at Express Watersports runs from March to October
Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins are native to our inlet.
No, there are federal guidelines that prohibit us from feeding or swimming with the dolphins.
Dolphin Smart Program is a NOAA Federal Program. We follow all the guidelines set forth in the program. NOAA Dolphin Smart Program is sadly not available in the Carolinas, so we cannot be a part of it at this time.
We’ve been in the watersporting industry since 1997, and have had ocean sightseeing cruises on our 46′ Newton since 2000. 2024 will be our first of many years with Sailing Charters!

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