CAPTAIN NICK’S SERVICES

USCG Licensed | Charleston & Long Island | Professional. Reliable.

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Our Services

  • Inside the bridge of a boat with a person wearing sunglasses and a hoodie, looking out at the water and nearby landscape.

    Private Charters

    Enjoy your day on the water stress free
    I’ll captain your boat or provide one of my own (when available) for scenic cruises, harbor tours, or day trips.

    Popular Trips:

    Charleston Harbor Sunset Cruise

    Shem Creek Dolphins & Sandbar

    North Fork Vineyard Hops by Water

    Starting at: $150/hour (3-hour minimum)
    [Boat included? Inquire for current options]

  • Young man wearing a white cap and a light-colored Patagonia shirt on a boat docked at a marina, with American flag behind him, and boats on the water in the background.

    Captain For Hire

    Own the boat? Let me take the helm.
    Whether it’s a family day on the water or you just want to relax and entertain, I’ll operate your boat safely and professionally.

    Great for:

    Sandbar days

    Bachelorette/bachelor cruises

    Family outings

    Rate: $100/hour (depending on location and boat size)

  • A modern blue motorboat speeding on the water with two people driving, wearing sunglasses, and a city skyline in the background.

    Boat Deliveries

    Experienced in East Coast intercoastal and offshore routes.
    Need your boat moved? I’ll handle transport from dock to dock with full route planning, safety checks, and fuel logs.

    Examples:

    NY to NC

    Charleston to Hilton Head

    Seasonal relocation

    Quotes based on distance, time, and crew needs.

  • Three men in military uniforms inside a ship's control room looking at navigational charts, with the ocean visible through the windows behind them.

    Boating Lessons / Instruction

    New to boating? I’ll teach you the ropes — on your boat.
    One on one instruction to get you confident and competent behind the wheel.

    Covers:

    Docking + anchoring

    Basic navigation

    Safety & systems

    Local waterway rules

    Flat Rate: $250 for 2 hours, $100/hour after

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    Marine Consulting & Boat Buying Help

    Buying or selling a boat? Want an honest walkthrough?
    I’ll help you make smart decisions — whether it’s evaluating a listing, inspecting features, or choosing upgrades.

    Services:

    Pre-purchase walkthroughs

    Outfitting guidance

    Basic systems checks

    Rate: $100/hour or custom quote for full-day projects

  • View of a marina with several boats docked along wooden piers, calm water, trees and mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

    Refueling Services

    Fuel runs. So you don’t have to.
    Whether you're docked at home, at the marina, or low on fuel out on the water, I’ll take care of getting your boat topped off safely and reliably.

    Services Include:

    Fuel fill-up

    Emergency on-water fuel runs.

    Pre-trip fuel-ups (night before or early morning)

    Optional fuel log tracking for regular clients

    Available In: Charleston, SC + Long Island, NY
    (Additional areas by request)

    Starting at: $75 + cost of fuel
    Emergency delivery starts at $100