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The Sea And The Rose

Located in Folly Beach

The Sea & The Rose aka “Rosie” is a fiberglass pontoon boat built for use in Salt Water. Whether you are out looking for dolphins on a trip to visit the Morris Island Lighthouse or you’re celebrating a special event, you are going to love this boat! She has plenty of cushioned seating, a blue tooth stereo and twin Bimini tops that can cover some or all of the boat.

Origin of the name The Sea & The Rose

Named after a Dangermuffin song born on Folly Beach, this boat honors the magic of island life; slowing down, falling in love with a place, and letting the water set the pace.

Note: Dangermuffin (Is our favorite band) Take a listen.

“Rosie” is a 26′ x 10′ Saltwater Catamaran 18 to 20 passenger open deck/ pontoon boat style tour boat. We recently upgraded her to a single 300HP Suzuki Counter Rotating Prop.

Specs

Hull Length 26′
Beam 10′
Power: Suzuki 300HP Twin Spin (Counter Rotating Props)
Top Speed: 23 Mph
USCG Certified Inspected Vessel holds 20 passengers, 2 crew

Builder: Beach Cat Boats (Tampa, FL)

Located in Folly Beach

La Sirena “The Mermaid” is the newest member of our fleet!

La Sirena is built for guests who want to experience the water the way locals do. She’s a comfortable, versatile boat used for dolphin tours, estuary cruises, OBX public tours, and laid-back party outings, offering an

Named La Sirena, after the mermaid of coastal folklore, this boat honors the stories, tides, and sense of wonder that have always drawn people to the sea. Whether cruising through winding estuaries or heading out in search of dolphins, La Sirena keeps the focus on scenery, wildlife, and enjoying the moment.

She’s perfect for pulling up on a quiet beach, hopping in for a swim, floating in the water, or simply relaxing with good music and good company. With a great stereo, open layout, and room for up to six passengers, La Sirena works just as well for family dolphin tours as she does for small celebrations on the water.

Note: USCG only allows this boat to only take up to 6 passengers. (no exceptions)

Boat with people cruising on a river under a cloudy sky.

Dolphin Tour

A boat with people on a calm lake under a clear blue sky.

Dolphin Tour

Specs

Hull Length 25′
Beam 8′
Power: 300hp Yamaha
Top Speed: 40 Mph
Vessel holds 6 passengers

Builder/Manufacturer: NauticStar (North Carolina)

Located in Charleston Harbor

The Dolphin Queen

The Dolphin Queen is the flagship of the Flipper Finders fleet, used for dolphin tours, party boat trips, bachelorettes, and group outings of all kinds. She moves comfortably through Folly Beach estuaries and coastal waters, offering a smooth, stable ride whether the goal is wildlife viewing, cruising, or celebrating on the water.

Over the years, dolphins have shown a habit of appearing around her again and again: surfacing nearby, riding her wake, and lingering longer than expected. It’s earned her a reputation as something of a dolphin magnet, and locals like to joke that the dolphins know their queen and enjoy paying homage when she’s on the water.

Named The Dolphin Queen in a playful nod to Captain Richard: affectionately dubbed “The Dolphin King” during the rise of TV show Tiger King: the name stuck as both a joke and a truth. It reflects a love for dolphins, a sense of humor, and the kind of local lore that grows naturally when you spend enough time on the water.

Designed by Jesse Rhodes (Sportsman and Freedman Boats) and built in Charleston by the same craftsmen behind the Spirit of South Carolina, The Dolphin Queen is a custom, one-of-a-kind high composite tour boat. Her design blends the workboat soul of a lobster boat, the clean elegance of a Hinckley, and the comfort of a bow rider: all with a distinctly South Carolina feel. With a booming sound system, spacious layout, and room for up to 18–20 passengers, she’s perfectly suited for everything from relaxed dolphin tours to high-energy celebrations on the water.