Best 44 things to do in Chincoteague Island, VA

Walk Chincoteague’s history and birdwatching spots with a local guide

Rent a bike for 4 hours with pickup at the Bayside Drive stand

Pick up a bike at the Visitor Center and ride for 2 hours

Explore Assateague’s back bays and search for wild ponies by boat

Cruise Chincoteague’s back bays in search of wild ponies and coastal wildlife

Explore remote marshlands while searching for ponies, native birds, and dolphins

Paddle Assateague Channel at your own pace for a full day on the water

Cruise the back side of Assateague to spot wild ponies and coastal wildlife

Take the helm of a 20-foot pontoon for a self-guided outing

Overnight bike options for an independent Assateague ride

Two decks, a waterslide, and room to make Chincoteague Bay your own

A private on-water view of the annual Chincoteague Pony Swim

Paddle calm back bays with route guidance for the day

Private 1.5-hour sunset cruise around Chincoteague Island for up to 6

Cruise to Smith Island and enjoy a crab feast with island flavors

Explore island waterways, pony habitat, and local history from the water

Escape the crowds with flexible rides to a secluded Assateague beach

Watch dawn light the marshes and waterways around Chincoteague and Assateague

Ride a guided jet ski eco tour around Chincoteague and Assateague

See the Pony Swim from a comfortable pontoon boat