America's Cup 12-Meter Yacht Afternoon Sail: Harbour Town

You crew a real America's Cup yacht, not a replica or a simulator.

Sail aboard Stars & Stripes, the 12-meter America's Cup yacht once skippered by Dennis Connor, for 90 minutes under full sail in Harbour Town. You participate as a crew member while the boat moves under canvas alone. The motor only gets the yacht in and out of the harbor. An English-speaking guide leads the sail. Seating is on deck cushions, and private charters are available on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Afternoon sail on America's Cup yacht

• Depart from Harbour Town Marina
• View Harbour Town Lighthouse and Marina
• Sail aboard Stars & Stripes under full sail
• Use motor to enter and exit Harbour Town

The experience

Ninety minutes under full sail means you leave the dock and the boat runs on canvas the whole way. The Stars & Stripes departs from Harbour Town Marina, and the Harbour Town Lighthouse marks the route as you move through the low-country views. The boat is a real 12-meter, not a tour vessel dressed up as one. It was skippered by Dennis Connor in America's Cup racing, and it sails the same way now. You're not watching from a bench. You participate as crew, which means you're part of what keeps the boat moving.

The seating is on cushions laid out on the deck, so you're close to the water and the work of sailing. A moderate level of physical fitness helps you move around the boat and handle the lines if you want to. All ages sail, and everyone needs a ticket. There are no infant rates. Service animals are welcome aboard. Public transportation options run nearby if you're coming without a car.

Private charters of the Stars & Stripes are available if your group wants the boat to itself. Contact Vagabond Cruise to arrange one. Beverages (soda, water, beer and wine) can be purchased on board.

What’s included

• 90-minute sail under full canvas aboard the America's Cup 12-meter Stars & Stripes.
• participation as a crew member.
• views of Harbour Town Lighthouse and Marina.
• English-speaking guide throughout the sail.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (3 and older) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Vagabond Cruise

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the sail and the commentary without translation. If you want to crew a real racing yacht and understand what's happening as it happens, this is the one.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What does it mean to participate as crew on this sail?

Participating as crew means you help handle the boat while it moves under sail. You're involved in the work, not just riding along. The guide directs the sail and you follow the instructions, which is how a real sailboat operates. The level of involvement depends on your comfort and the conditions of the day.

How long is the 90-minute sail, and what does that time include?

The 90-minute sail includes the motor ride out of Harbour Town, the full-sail passage through the low-country, and the motor return to the marina. The boat runs under canvas for the main part of the trip. The motor is used only to depart and return to the harbor.

What is the Harbour Town Lighthouse, and will I see it on the sail?

Harbour Town Lighthouse is the landmark at the entrance to Harbour Town Marina, and it's part of the views you pass during the sail. It marks the harbor and the route the Stars & Stripes takes as it moves through the water.

Can I bring children or infants on this sail?

All ages can sail on the Stars & Stripes, and everyone needs a ticket. There are no infant rates. Children should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to move safely around the deck. Seating is on cushions on the deck, so families sit together in the open.

Is there parking or transportation to get to Harbour Town Marina?

Public transportation options are available near Harbour Town. If you're driving, parking is available at the marina. Note that entry to Sea Pines Resort, where the marina is located, may have a separate vehicle fee.

Can I book a private charter of the Stars & Stripes?

Yes, private charters of the Stars & Stripes are available for groups. Contact Vagabond Cruise directly to discuss dates, group size and pricing for a private sail.