What to do and see in Beaufort, North Carolina (NC): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Exciting boat rides to Shackleford Banks, Rachel Carson Reserve and Stingray Shoal. Climb the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and visit the Keepers Quarters Museum. Search for wild horses, dolphins, seashells and sand dollars. Visit an oyster farm. Private boat charters are our specialty. An authorized tour operator of the Cape Lookout National Seashore for 10 years.

Experience the beautiful Crystal Coast from hundreds of feet in the air, where every seat is a window seat. We offer parasailing trips that have breathtaking views of Cape Lookout, Shackleford Banks, Fort Macon, and so much more. Come fly with us! Call or check out our website to join our Flight List and book your trip today!

Inshore and offshore fishing charters for every level of angler. From family trips to highly competitive multi-day tournament angling. SPECIES: Spanish mackerel, bluefish, king mackeral, cobia, snapper, grouper, sea bass, mahi, wahoo, sailfish, white and blue marlin, blackfin and yellowfin tuna.

Destination Luxury! Welcome aboard Motor Yacht Everest where you can relax in elegance aboard our private yacht. Enjoy a cocktail cruise along the Beaufort and Morehead City waterfronts, a day at Shackleford Banks, or Cape Lookout. We recommend no less than 3 hours aboard and can stay out as long as you wish with groups up to 12.

Island Express Ferry Service is the ONLY ferry service out of Beaufort and Harkers Island, NC that is authorized by the National Park Service to drop passengers off at Shackleford Banks and Cape Lookout. Shackleford Banks is the southernmost barrier island in Cape Lookout National Seashore. Shackleford Banks is a pristine island with one of the best shelling beaches in North Carolina. Famous for the wild banker horses that roam the uninhabited island, this is one of the few places in the eastern United States where wild horses can still be seen. Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Cape Lookout, famous for the Cape Lookout Lighthouse Station. While you are there, take time to collect some of the most beautiful shells in the world. Bird watch, swim in the ocean, climb the lighthouse, or ride our famous Beach Shuttle. There is something for everyone to enjoy on this island paradise. Island Express Ferry Service is an authorized National Park Service Concessionaire. Although our name has, at times, been confused with smaller services that do not go to Shackleford Banks or Cape Lookout, there is only one ISLAND EXPRESS FERRY SERVICE. Be sure to add an S for Services when looking for us online.

The Charted Life (Crystal Coast Marine Consulting, LLC) aims to assist those who wish to live the Mobile Lifestyle. By assisting our clients with sailing and boating lessons including maintenance, vessel upkeep and other services including vessel delivery, charter, cleaning and instruction, we aim to give our clients the tools they need to live aboard their own vessel and travel anywhere in the world. We are based in Beaufort, NC, but we offer a fleet of vessels as well as serve international clients in both our fleet and in our clients own vessels, anywhere in the world 24 hours a day.

One hour tour aboard a retired US Navy Whaleboat of Beaufort waterfront, dolphins, horses, Carrot Island, and Rachel Carson Bird sanctuary. Pet Friendly. $50.00 for entire boat this INCLUDES up to 6 people and pets. I will get you on the water for the best price in the county ! Captain Hal is your tour guide. Grew up in Carteret County, and has a 100 ton US Coast Guard Master's (Captain) Certificate. Also, a certified diver and pilot. Check us out on Facebook, 5 STARS !!!

Sea Legs Pedal Pub is the most enjoyable boating experience in Carolina Beach and Beaufort, NC! Whether you’re looking for a relaxing boat tour for your family, a fun party cruise for your bachelor/bachelorette party, a cool new way to celebrate your birthday, or a few seats on a mixed tour with friends; Sea Legs Pedal Pub is one of the most unforgettable and fun things to do at the NC coast!

U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain Mark offers personalized eco-tour boat guide private excursions with pickups in either Beaufort, Morehead City or Atlantic Beach, NC. Significant possibility to see wild horses, bottle-nose dolphins, and more. Only service where the 1st Mate is "Lucky" the dog!

Enjoy a guided tour aboard the Wanderer. In historic Beaufort N.C learn the rich history of the town. While seeing the wild horses, dolphins and points of interest on your tour.