Water Ski 
Water Ski on some of the Hilton Head’s finest waters. Join us on a water ski focused outing, or add it along with other activities to create a custom adventure.
No experience is necessary. Live Oac's water ski instructors (USCG licensed captains) will guide you through the learning experience with a patient and helpful attitude.
Our access to multiple locations suitable for water skiing means we can offer programs regardless of time of day, tide, and even in various wind directions. It is important to note the close proximity we have to ski areas. That means you'll spend more time skiing and less time getting there and back. You'll have about as much ski time on our 2 hour ski trip as with "comparable" 3 hour trips departing elsewhere.
No experience is necessary. Live Oac's water ski instructors (USCG licensed captains) will guide you through the learning experience with a patient and helpful attitude.
Our access to multiple locations suitable for water skiing means we can offer programs regardless of time of day, tide, and even in various wind directions. It is important to note the close proximity we have to ski areas. That means you'll spend more time skiing and less time getting there and back. You'll have about as much ski time on our 2 hour ski trip as with "comparable" 3 hour trips departing elsewhere.
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How much time do we need?Live Oac watersports charters can accommodate up to 6 passengers per boat, and you’ll want to make sure you choose the right duration of trip to make sure everyone who wants to participate in watersports has enough time. Be sure to CALL US if you have any questions about timing and for a personalized recommendation for your group. Our captains field most of our phone calls, and we’ll give you the best suggestion based on our years of experience taking out groups just like yours. Here are some more general ideas on how much time you might need:
Our usual watersports area is just under 15 minutes from the dock, so a 1 Hour trip offers about 30 minutes in the watersports area, which is about enough time for one first-timer to learn a new activity like boarding or skiing OR perhaps a couple experienced boarders/skiers could get in a run. We can still take 6 people on the boat, but we won't be able to have 6 people boarding or skiing in that short of trip. NOTE: On a 1 hour tubing-only trip, we can utilize waters within sight of our dock and get 6 people some tubing action within that time.
Consider that a 1½ Hour trip essentially DOUBLES your activity time, since you’re already out there. At only a modest price difference, it’s a tremendous value.
For groups of 2-4 participants (actually skiing or boarding), the 2 Hour trip is probably the best choice. Compared to a 1 Hour trip, the 2 Hour trip adds 60 minutes in the watersports area, for a total 90 minutes, and essentially TRIPLES your activity time. Please consider the added value of a 2 hour trip if you have 2-4 boarders/skiers. For tubing only, a 2 Hour trip is plenty for even 6 people, and is our most popular option.
Also, we often find that people want to try other activities, such as tubing or ZUP™ Boarding. A longer trip gives you more opportunity. Our 3 hour trip is the most popular overall, with up to 2.5 hours actually in the watersports area. Some folks want to take a few minutes out to see dolphin along the way. The time is yours to use how you wish, and there are no additional charges for combining activities such as Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Tubing, or Dolphin Watching, so customize that trip as you see fit.
We do offer a 4 Hour option, but if you’re interested in just watersports, that’s a bit much. However, if you’re looking for a relaxed half-day on the water and don’t want to have to pack non-stop action into a shorter trip, the 4 hour is better for a relaxed pace that includes some exploring, wildlife viewing, or generally just hanging out on the water. We can do as long a trip as you’d like, and even get more creative with visits to other islands and destinations, remote beach combing, or cast netting. You’ll need to call us for specialized assistance to book trips that are 4 hours or longer, as they’re not available for instant online booking.
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