6 Unique (& Bold) Team Building Activities to Do in Charleston for 2025

Charleston, South Carolina, is the hidden gem your team retreat needs. Historic charm, effortless Southern hospitality, and everything—yes, everything—within walking distance (no buses, no headaches).

This isn’t just another destination; it’s where James Beard-winning chefs serve unforgettable meals (hint: try Husk or The Ordinary) and cobblestone streets lead to secrets like private harbor cruises and hidden speakeasies. Need team-building? Think exclusive Lowcountry cooking classes or VIP tours through Charleston’s rich history.

Charleston is for teams who expect more—more flavor, more connection, more moments they’ll talk about for years. If it’s not on your radar, it’s time to add it (before everyone else catches on).

The following activities were thoughtfully curated for a 50-person, 3-day retreat, designed to align with their retreat theme: ‘Be Bold!’.

 On the Water Team-Building Adventures

1. Corporate Fishing Tournament 

• Short Description: Team up for an exciting fishing tournament in the waters off Charleston. With a fleet of boats ready to go, each equipped with all the fishing gear and a US Coast Guard-licensed captain, your team will bond while competing to reel in the biggest catch.
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Charleston Harbor (15 minute drive from downtown)
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Prices: Starting at $125 per person
  
   Cast a line, reel in some fun, and bond over your catches!

2. Navigate the Waters as a Team! 

• Short Description: Set sail aboard the spacious catamaran Palmetto Breeze for a thrilling team-building experience. With challenges that require teamwork, communication, and leadership, this sailing activity is perfect for large groups. Whether you are navigating the course or just enjoying the breeze, your team will work together to achieve victory.
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Charleston Harbor (15 minute drive from downtown)
  • Duration: 2–3 hours
  • Prices: Starting at $100 per person
  
  Set sail toward success—where teamwork meets the open water!

3. Sailing Cup Regatta

• Short Description: Race through Charleston’s picturesque harbor during a team-building regatta. Teams will work together as helmsmen, navigators, radio operators, and other roles to race around the course. The race begins with a staggered start, and each group races as their team works together to round the three markers of the racecourse. The winning team will earn bragging rights, and all participants will gain valuable teamwork lessons.
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriot’s Point (15 minute drive from downtown)
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Prices: Starting at $150 per person
  
   Navigate your way to victory in this high-energy, team-driven sailing regatta!

 On Land Team-Building Experiences

4. Casual Crabbing with Tia + Eat Your Catch!

• Short Description: Want to catch your own meal? Learn the art of crabbing with a local Charleston native, Tia, and get hands-on with fishing and crabbing techniques. After the catch, enjoy a fresh seafood feast of crabs, shrimp, and fish at a nearby restaurant!
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Local dock on the Ashley River ( Walkable from downtown Charleston)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Prices: Starting at $135 per person
  
   Get your hands dirty with crabbing, and enjoy the freshest seafood Charleston has to offer!

5. Escape in 60 

• Short Description: Put your team’s problem-solving skills to the test in Charleston’s top-rated escape room experience. Teams will have 60 minutes to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and work together to escape before time runs out.
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Downtown Charleston (Walkable from downtown Charleston)
  • Duration: 1–2 hours
  • Prices: Starting at $35 per person
  
   Escape the office routine and unlock your team’s potential with Escape in 60!

6. Epic Gameshow Experience 

• Short Description: Spice up your team-building experience with a high-energy, interactive gameshow. Teams compete in various trivia and physical challenges, all while strengthening communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a real life gameshow venue!
• Key Details Table:
  • Location: Downtown Charleston ((Walkable from downtown Charleston)
  • Duration: 1–2 hours
  • Prices: Starting at $35 per person
  
  Get ready to 'buzz' with excitement—your team’s about to win big in the Epic Gameshow Experience!

Charleston seamlessly blends rich Southern culture with exciting adventures, offering something for every type of team. Whether you’re sailing on the open water, crabbing by the river, or experiencing your own gameshow tournament, Charleston provides creative opportunities to bond with your team that are unique to the city.

Ready to plan your next corporate retreat in Charleston? Reach out to Marco Experiences to get started on your custom retreat itinerary and create lasting memories with your team!

About the Author:

Anna Nikiforov is a Corporate Retreat Specialist and Event Planner at Marco Experiences. With a strong background in experiential marketing and event coordination, Anna brings a creative approach to corporate offsite planning, making sure every personality is sufficed and no need is forgotten, whether that be business needs or team bonding needs. Her expertise includes designing unique retreats that blend team-building, productive co-working, relaxation, and adventure, ensuring an engaging experience for all participants. Anna’s focus on seamless execution and personalized service makes her an invaluable partner in creating memorable offsite events allowing the client to enjoy the off-site themselves while collecting all the ‘Thank you!’s from guests.