The southern Atlantic shoreline offers yachting captains and crew a cruising experience rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. The coastal Carolinas are defined by the Lowcountry waterways, a network of tidal rivers and salt-marsh channels with oak-lined banks that eventually connect to the Atlantic. Savannah’s moss-draped charm now pairs seamlessly with its rise as a premier superyacht hub, offering world-class facilities and services along its historic riverfront. Continuing south, Jacksonville’s St. Johns River offers broad, navigable channels along with a vibrant riverfront. Savannah Savannah, Georgia, offers plenty for captains and crew who may have a few hours, or a few days, ashore. The city’s historic district is one of the country’s most walkable, with cobblestone streets shaded by Spanish moss-draped oak trees leading to 22 historic squares around the city. If exploring the city leaves you famished, Savannah’s Southern food scene cannot be missed. From Sweet Potatoes Kitchen’s comforting, homestyle Southern fare to The Grey Restaurant, which offers elevated food and wine in a 1938 art deco setting inside a restored Greyhound Bus Terminal, there’s a food fit for everyone. Finally, for the crew seeking supernatural thrills, Savannah is famous for its many ghost tours. The city’s mysterious history and haunted sites are a surefire way to get you to sleep with the lights on. Docking Options in Savannah IGY Savannah Harbor Marina With 95 berths and 1,500 linear feet available in superyacht berths, IGY Savannah Harbor Marina is fit for yachts cruising up and down the Atlantic coast. Marina facilities include a deep draft, no air draft, shore power, including single and three phase, video surveillance, and it’s close to bars and restaurants. Thunderbolt Marine Just south of historic downtown Savannah, Thunderbolt Marine sits on a 25-acre site on the Wilmington River. On top of amenities like showers, laundry services, and pump-out services, Thunderbolt Marine is a full-service marine repair facility that can bring incoming yachts back to first class form. Safe Harbor Savannah Yacht Center Located on the Savannah River, yachts from 80 to 400 feet in length with a max height of 195 feet and a max beam of 72 feet can dock at Safe Harbor Savannah Yacht Center. Captains and crew can enjoy a fitness center, barbecue grills, boater concierge, complimentary Wi-Fi, and more first-class amenities with peace of mind due to the marina’s 24-hour gated security. The Coastal Carolinas With more than 400 miles of direct oceanfront coastline and more than 6,000 miles of total shoreline when including all the bays, rivers, and waterways, the coastal Carolinas have unlimited experiences for captains and crew to enjoy. If you find yourself in Charleston, South Carolina, take a stroll through Rainbow Row, where pastel-colored homes line the city’s historic district. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is perfect for crew looking to get active, with bike trails twisting around the island and marshes ready to be explored by kayak or paddleboard. In North Carolina, Wilmington offers a beautiful boardwalk along the Cape Fear River, littered with cafes, bars, and boutiques for crew to choose from. Its historic district offers vintage shops and live music, turning into a fun nightlife spot. Jarrett Bay is famous for its fishing, so why not charter a fishing trip as a crew bonding experience while there. If fishing isn’t your thing, check out the Rachel Carson Reserve, a nature reserve that offers hiking, kayaking, and a chance to see wild horses. Marina Options in the Coastal Carolinas Safe Harbor Charleston City Home to the famous “Mega Dock,” one of the world’s largest floating fuel docks extending more than 1,500 feet, Safe Harbor Charleston City can accommodate yachts up to 455 feet in length. Courtesy shuttles, gated parking, shower facilities, and an Amazon locker are just some of the amenities the world-class marina offers to captains and crew visiting South Carolina. Harbour Town Yacht Basin The famous red and white striped lighthouse marks your arrival at Harbour Town Yacht Basin in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Welcoming boaters for more than 40 years, this full-service marina has 100 slips and offers preferred rates and tee times at all The Sea Pines Resort’s golf courses, a personalized vacation specialist, discounts with the marina’s partners, and more as part of its amenities. Port City Marina More than 200 state-of-the-art floating concrete wet slips are well equipped to accommodate vessels up to 250 feet at Port City Marina in Wilmington, North Carolina. Just a five-minute car ride away from Wilmington International Airport, the marina offers 10-plus feet deep water draft docking, high-speed diesel, and is pet friendly. Safe Harbor Jarrett Bay Just north of Beaufort, North Carolina, sits Safe Harbor Jarrett Bay. Skilled in yacht servicing, Safe Harbor’s team of technicians and craftsmen provide installation and upgrade services, routine maintenance, detailing, and more. Vessels up to 70 feet can dock at their transient slips. Jacksonville Florida’s largest city offers a mix of laid-back coastal life with urban, up and coming energy. Beautiful beaches and local dive bars offer crew the option to relax and enjoy Florida’s east coast or grab a board and try some surfing. Have a Saturday off? Check out the Riverside Arts Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for local artists, food vendors, and live music. Sports fans can catch a Jaguars NFL game if you’re in town during the season too. Berthing in Jacksonville PORT 32 Jacksonville Set at the intersection of the St. Johns and Ortega Rivers and 25 miles from the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, PORT 32 Jacksonville is conveniently located close to downtown Jacksonville. Vessels up to 140 feet in length can be accommodated at the marina, with amenities including a heated pool, dockhand service, and outdoor grills. The marina is also a hurricane hole. Lamb’s Yacht Center Located on the Ortega River, Lamb’s Yacht Center offers more than 300 years of combined experience through its second- and third-generation of Lamb ownership. Beginning in 1936, the service and storage marina has 242 wet slips and offers a range of services, including routine haul-outs and bottom jobs. Metropolitan Park Marina Metropolitan Park Marina, near Everbank Stadium, is on the north bank of the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville. Fully rebuilt, the marina’s 78 slips are set to reopen in summer 2026 and can accommodate boats up to 80 feet. It also has a new pier for yachts up to 400 feet LOA. Slips are available on a first- come, first-served basis, with reservations required during special events.