About this tour
When Mia from our team booked this private electric boat charter, we found ourselves on Savannah's salt marshes aboard a sleek 22-footer that runs silent and emission-free. You get a captain to navigate, up to six mates, and two hours to drift past egrets, herons, and Spanish moss without engine noise cutting through the moment. The boat's European-style and properly equipped—cooler, ice, cups, the works—so you just bring your own food and drinks and settle in. It's a solid way to see why locals rave about Savannah's waterways without the noise and fumes of a traditional charter.
Highlights
- Silent electric motor lets you actually hear the marsh—birds, water, the quiet
- Captain knows the channels and wildlife spots; steers while you relax
- Bring your own booze and snacks; no markup markup games
- Bluetooth speakers onboard if you want a soundtrack to the salt marsh
- Fits six comfortably; genuinely private compared to group boat tours
- Life vests provided; kids under 13 required by law anyway
- Cooler with ice included; no scrambling to keep drinks cold
What to expect
You'll arrive at the dock and meet your captain, who'll brief you on safety and the day's route—usually targeting spots where wildlife congregates. The boat launches smoothly; you'll notice immediately how quiet electric is. The two hours move at a cruising pace, which sounds leisurely but means you're actually covering ground to hit different zones. Mia saw egrets, ibis, and a turtle or two, plus the kind of gnarled cypress and hanging moss that makes Savannah's marshes look primordial. The captain commentates without overdoing it, answering questions and pointing out landmarks.
The boat handles well in shallow water, so you'll get into creeks a petrol-powered vessel can't. Because there's no vibration or drone, conversations flow naturally. The two hours vanishes faster than you'd expect—not rushed, just well-paced. If it's hot, the open deck catches breezes; bring a hat and sunscreen.
Good to know
This is genuinely quiet and eco-conscious, which means you hear the marsh instead of an engine. The captain is part of the experience—knowledgeable, not robotic. Private charter means no strangers on your boat. BYO food and drinks saves you money and lets you control the vibe. Infants welcome (on a lap), and it's fine for all fitness levels.
The boat isn't accessible for wheelchair users or anyone on crutches—decks and entry aren't set up for that. Kids under 13 must wear a life vest (state law), so don't expect a barefoot casual vibe for younger groups. Summer heat and humidity can be intense; shoulder season (spring or autumn) is nicer. Life vests are provided but not glamorous. Limited to six people, so larger groups need multiple bookings.
Bring sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and your own food and drinks (yes, alcohol). Water and ice included. Two-hour duration. Service animals allowed. Check the tide if you have questions about shallow-water access.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.