Geechee Girl Charters, Charleston

The motto at Geechee Girl Charters is "You're the captain, we're the guides." Of course, the 21-foot tour boat does have an actual captain—but as the guests, you are in charge of the type of tour you'd like. Some groups are very interested in the city's history, so the Captain spends more time at monuments like Fort Sumter and the Battery. Others are more into the local wildlife, so he steers clear of the shore instead searching out dolphins and other sealife. But no matter where you choose to go and what you choose to see, the crew is onboard to ensure the tour is smooth sailing. They supply the local knowledge and bottled water, ice, and snacks.