Best Private Boat Rides

5 More Minutes Charters

Oak Island and Southport, NC

Captain Darren Charnock | Call or Text: (910) 448-4838 | Email: 5MMCharters@gmail.com

Special Experience

Boat Ride & Baseball

Enjoy a special 2-hour scenic boat ride, enjoy complimentary sweet treat on us, and wrap up the day with free tickets to any OKI Loggerheads home game.

Special Tour - Boat Ride + Baseball

Limited Offer

Boat Ride + Free Baseball Tickets

A relaxed scenic cruise paired with baseball tickets for a home game with the Oak Island Loggerheads.

Private 2-Hour Boat Ride

Enjoy a relaxed, private ride on the water with just your group (up to 6 passengers). Cruise through the waterways around Southport, Oak Island, and Bald Head Island, taking in coastal views, local wildlife, and the laid-back pace of the area. Choose a daytime departure that fits your schedule and enjoy a comfortable, uncrowded experience from start to finish.

Complimentary Sweet Treat

We’ll have a little something sweet waiting for you on board. Treats may vary, giving us the flexibility to offer fresh, seasonal options while adding a simple, enjoyable touch to your time on the water.

Baseball Tickets

Receive one ticket per adult to any home game of the OKI Loggerheads, making it easy to enjoy a full day on the water followed by a night at the ballpark.

Limited Offer

Our special package is designed for the whole family to enjoy a full day together on the water and at the ballpark, creating an easy, memorable coastal experience from start to finish

5 More Minutes Charters

We offer private boat tours for up to 6 passengers in Oak Island and Southport, North Carolina, with options for year-round adventures.

Enjoy customized experiences, including Sunrise, Sunset, and Scenic Day Tours, our Water Taxi service to Bald Head Island, the seasonal Sandbar Experience (May–Sept), Family Fishing Charters, Dock, Dine, and Ride tours, and our dignified Memorial at Sea ceremonies.

Sunrise

Day Tour

Sunset

Water Taxi

Beach by Boat

Scattering Ashes Memorial

Dock, Dine & Ride

Family Fishing

Winter Boat Rides

5 More Minutes Charters

Why Choose Us?

All-Season Adventures

Experience the beauty of the Southport and Oak Island waters year-round! Our enclosed cabin keeps you cozy in cooler months, and open-air seating lets you enjoy the sun and breeze whenever you like. Every season offers its own unique coastal views, and we’re ready to show you them all.

Family Friendly

Perfect for all ages! Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to explore the area by boat, our charters offer a safe and fun experience for families and friends alike. Make memories on the water, tailored just for your group.

Private and Personalized

Our boat is reserved exclusively for your group, letting you choose what to explore at your own pace. Enjoy views of historic lighthouses, coastal birds, passing cargo ships, playful dolphins, and scenic waterfronts—without ever feeling rushed.

Give the Gift of Nautical Adventures

Give the gift of a boat ride with 5 More Minutes Charters! Whether it’s cruising along the coast, catching a beautiful sunset, or enjoying a private boat ride, our gift certificates can be used for any of our services.

Perfect for any occasion, they’re a great way to help friends or family create lasting memories on the water. To redeem, just call Captain Darren to book your trip and ensure you get the personalized experience we’re known for. It’s not just a gift—it’s the start of an unforgettable adventure!

100% no-risk weather guarantee

Book with confidence and peace of mind, knowing that if the weather worsens, we’ll give you a 100% refund. After all, it’s important to us that you enjoy your experience.

Meet The Crew of 5 More Minutes Charters

Darren Charnock

Captain, Owner

Julie Gibson

First Mate, Marketing Director

Miss Angie

Deckhand, VP of Hospitality

USCG Veteran Owned & Operated

Dock Location: Oak Island, St. James, Southport, NC and Bald Head Island.
Boat Tours Service Area: Southport, Oak Island, Bald Head Island, St. James and surrounding towns and cities of Brunswick County.

Our Tours & Services

Get In Touch

Office Locations: 103 NW 14th Street

Oak Island, NC 28465

Email: 5mmCharters@gmail.com

Phone: (910) 448-4838

Best Private Boat Rides

5 More Minutes Charters

Oak Island and Southport, NC

Special Experience

Boat Ride & Baseball

Boat Ride + Free Baseball Tickets

Private 2-Hour Boat Ride

Complimentary Sweet Treat

Baseball Tickets

Limited Offer

5 More Minutes Charters

5 More Minutes Charters

Why Choose Us?

All-Season Adventures

Family Friendly

Private and Personalized

Give the Gift of Nautical Adventures

100% no-risk weather guarantee

Meet The Crew of 5 More Minutes Charters

Darren Charnock

Julie Gibson

Miss Angie

USCG Veteran Owned & Operated

Our Tours & Services

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