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2026 Boat Tours Guide

Emerald Isle visitors don’t have to venture too far to enjoy exceptional fishing opportunities, thanks to the island’s own Nancy Lee Fishing Charters. Located along the bridge to the beach, this experienced charter company has been...

Located at the beautiful Inn at Corolla Light, North Beach Watersports is Family-Owned and Operated by Retired Coast Guard Licensed Master Captains. We provide a mix of excitement and scenery. Your mind will be capitivated by the beauty that...

OBX Crabbing & Shrimping Charters is a full-time commercial fishing family here to give your family a real Outer Banks experience. Their trips are very hands on, lots of fun, and educational for all ages. Guests often see dolphin, osprey...

Ocean Isle Fishing Center is an all-encompassing destination for anglers, water lovers, and anyone who wants to fully enjoy the coastline during an Ocean Isle Beach or Sunset Beach vacation. Perched on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway on the...

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

Outer Banks Adventures lives up to its name, thanks to a far-reaching range of tours and trips that highlight the beauty of life on the water throughout the Outer Banks. Try family-friendly explorations by paddleboard or boat. There are a world of...

Outer Banks Charter Fishing Adventures is ready to arrange your fishing activities at any time of year, on any type of boat and anywhere you would like to go. Based out of Corolla Bait & Tackle, Outer Banks Charter Fishing Adventures can plan...

See a different side of the Outer Banks by boat with Outer Banks Excursions! Relax and enjoy the scenery, escape to a sandbar, see the islands from the water or marvel at our breathtaking sunsets. You’re in safe hands with Captain Len...

A full-service boating marina with onsite restaurant and ship's store. 

Get ready for the island-hopping adventure of a lifetime with this longtime favorite activity of Ocracoke Island residents and visitors alike. Portsmouth Island ATV Tours provides shuttle service and a guided tour of Portsmouth Island - a deserted...

Rock On Charters promises you the “best fishing experience you’ll have in the South.“  Rock On’s Marc Kerns, a US Coast Guard approved captain, has been fishing the Outer Banks’ waters most of his life, and...

Create an on-the-water memory that you and your family won’t soon forget with an adventure that’s helmed by Safari Dolphin Tours. This local Outer Banks boat tour company offers an array of experiences and literally goes the extra mile...

Enjoy a view of Downtown Wilmington from the middle of the Cape Fear River with a sailing tour provided by Sail Wilmington NC. This friendly sailing tour company allows visitors to catch an in-depth perspective of Wilmington the way it deserves to...

Swansboro, Cape Carteret, and even Emerald Isle vacationers don’t have to venture too far to enjoy a fully-engaging fishing expedition or eco tour, thanks to the locally acclaimed Sandbar Safari. Located on the edge of the water in the small...

Offshore fishing the glorious Outer Bans waters!

Enjoy the Crystal Coast region from a while new perspective, thanks to the array of tours and expeditions that are provided by Seavisions Charters. With tons of on-the-water territory to explore, visitors will just be a shell’s throw away from...

Shallotte River Swamp Park is an all-encompassing destination for outdoor lovers to whet their appetite for adventure via a number of wild adventures. Featuring a Zipline Tour course, an Aerial Adventure Park, and Swamp Boat Eco-Tours, this park...

Shamrock Sailing offers cruises on a classic 42 ft. Sparkman & Stephens yawl. With a six passenger maximum per cruise, this is a spectacular way to see the waterways, barrier islands, and marine life surrounding Wrightsville Beach. Ginger ale...

If you are looking for something more exciting than sitting on the beach, why not try fishing in the world renowned waters off the Outer Banks? Sharky’s Fishing Charters offers offshore, inshore, and sound fishing for every angler, regardless...

Explore the stunning inshore and nearshore waters of the Crystal Coast with an expertly commandeered charter trip or boat tour with Shore 2 Sound Adventures. Based in the small coastal town of Swansboro, and guided by Capt. Tyler Vanhoy, visitors...

Southport Boat Rentals offers half day, full day, and multi day rentals of their 21' Carolina Skiff 21 DLVs. These skiffs are rated at 14 passengers, but Southport Boat Rentals recommends up to 10 adults for comfort. The boats feature GPS units...

The small town of Swansboro is surrounded by wide, calm waters, which makes it a perfect destination for tackling a new kayak, paddle boarding, or boating adventure through Swansboro Paddle Boarding. Conveniently located on the very edge of the...

The Adventure Kayak Company allows visitors to explore both the wilds of the Cape Fear environment as well as the heart of the Downtown Southport region through bike tours, kayak tours, and rentals that allow patrons to explore the cool adjacent...

A full-service diving and outdoor sports center.

Join us in Duck, North Carolina, as we celebrate the Town’s 10-Year Anniversary with a host of fun-filled, family-friendly events.

Sunfish • Fishing • Kayaks * Beachcats • Pedal Kayaks • Small Sailboats • SUPs • Surfboards • Gear • Advice • Friendly ServiceTrusty Watersports is a locally owned and operated kayak and sailboat shop. We...

Water lovers who can’t get enough of the amazing wildlife and scenery that the Southern Outer Banks coastal region has to offer can book a cruise or tour with the educational, engaging, and downright fun Waterbug Tours. This homegrown Beaufort...

From nearshore ocean fishing to sunrise and sunset cruises, there are a lot of adventures that can be enjoyed via Wavelength Charters. This Wrightsville Beach-based charter and tour company offers a wealth of excursions that explore the pristine...

Welcome to Wilmington Water Tours and the “Wilmington” tour boat on the Cape Fear River. Experience the River on their 49 passenger motorized catamaran with a full bar and restroom. Doug Springer, his wife Diane Upton and their partners...

There’s nothing like a customized boat tour that meets your party’s expectations and then some, and Windy Point Nautical Adventures is here to serve Holden Beach vacationers with a wide range of adventures on the water. From self-guided...

There’s a number of ways to explore the Wrightsville Beach shoreline through Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours – an all-encompassing tour company that charters adventures all along the Cape Fear Coastline. From romantic cruises to...

Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington visitors can enjoy a truly high flying adventure without ever leaving the Cape Fear coastline with Wrightsville Parasailing Company. Established in 1998, this locally renowned parasailing company has launched more...