What to do and see in Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA): The Best Eco Tours

Dolphin Kayaking Tours are the most exciting "thing to do in Virginia Beach." Our 2.5 hour guided Kayak Dolphin Tours start in April and continue through October, where you can experience wild dolphins up close and personal. This is our most exciting kayak adventure launching through the surf into the Atlantic Ocean. We have been operating 1996 as a professional guided kayak tour company in the Hampton Roads area. We offer fun, exciting, and memorable kayak tours throughout Southeast Virginia. We have built an excellent reputation among local guests and visitors alike. Our other 2.5 hour tours take place on calm inland protected waters to The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, First Landing State Park, North West River, or our sunset tour in the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Gardens. We have 2.5 hour trips to other locations and all day trips to the Deserted Beaches of the Eastern Shore and Lake Drummond in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.

Rudee Inlet Stand Up Paddle is a school that teaches Stand Up Paddle. In business since 2011, we strive to spread aloha and have fun while teaching the way cool sport of SUP. We start out in nice calm flat water teaching intro to paddle..then graduate up to ocean and or yoga paddles....RI'SUP the place to start and continue your paddle journey!!

We offer helicopter tours of Virginia Beach and North East North Carolina. You will experience the most beautiful views of the Tidewater Area. Visit our website for a complete list of tours.

Guided kayak nature and dolphin tours. We specialize in guided kayak tours in Virginia Beach. Dolphins are regular visitors on our kayak tours from First Landing State Park. The First Landing State Park tour launches into beautiful Broad Bay. We paddle along the amazing and historical maritime forest of the park. We like smooth conditions! This is a flat water tour but sometimes we will paddle with some chop on the water. Dolphins are regular visitors on our kayak tours out of First Landing State Park. We try to give ourselves the best chances to see our favorite locals, dolphins! There are also bald eagles, ospreys and other wildlife on these tours. We have a few different families of Bald Eagles that live in First Landing State Park. Eagles can be seen daily soaring, fishing and resting on their perches. This is one of the best places in Virginia Beach to see a sunset as well! Reservations required. There are 3 time slots everyday. Visit our website to make your booking!

There's no better place than the Chesapeake Bay! From sunsets to fishing, we will help you create memories! We provide trips for all ages that will complete your trip to the Hampton Roads. We are located at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, VA, we are ready to hit the water! Come join us! Thank you in advance! ~Captains Trey and Tom Ritter

EcoTours - Nature Lovers - Photographers - Birders - Wildlife Enthusiasts - Private Boat Tours! Back Bay. North Landing River. Monkey Island - a wading bird rookery. Guided boat tour with a Virginia Certified Ecotour Guide! Experience the amazing natural beauty that lies hidden in plain sight just beyond the beach! Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Egrets, American Bitterns, Bobcat, River Otters, Mink, and Wild Horses are just a few of the animals we may encounter. All tours are private with 1-6 guests and normally range from 2-4 hours, but can last as long as you like! Enjoy the outdoors while relaxing on the water and experience beautiful scenery and view native birds and animals. Along the way, learn about some of the fascinating local history of the area. $100/hr., 1-6 people. We also offer a Crab Feast on the River option!!

Visit: TheNatureBus.com The Nature Bus is your connection to all-things-nature across the state of Virginia. While the bus has its home in Virginia Beach, it travels to nature destinations both locally and across the whole state! Your adventure is thoughtfully planned out, from the moment you step on, until you disembark. Visit our website contact page to customize a GROUP TRIP for 10-16 people.

Fishing, dolphin watching, whale watching & sunset cruises Fun for the whole family!! Specialty trips, company charters!