things to do in Chincoteague, VA

Explore island back bays while searching for wild ponies and coastal wildlife

Dig clams, pull oyster cages, and learn to shuck on an interactive aquafarm tour

Rent a bike and ride Assateague’s protected paths

Sail the Chesapeake Bay for an afternoon exploring Smith Island

Explore Pocomoke’s ghost stories on a nighttime walk

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

Bring your drinks for an after-sunset barge party with music and lights

Explore Smith Island’s waterman heritage by traditional Chesapeake Bay work boat

Ride a guided jet ski eco tour around Chincoteague and Assateague

Take the helm for a private outing with friends and family

Paddle from Chincoteague to Assateague to look for wild ponies and lighthouse views

Harvest local shellfish and look for pony herds on a full-island cruise

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

Cruise Chincoteague's backwaters for views of ponies, dolphins, and native birds

Paddle Assateague backwaters with hands-on wildlife discovery

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

See the Pony Swim from a comfortable pontoon boat

Search for Chincoteague ponies and coastal wildlife by boat

Explore Princess Anne’s dark history through chilling tales of hauntings and murder

Paddle calm back bays with route guidance for the day

Find newborn foals and see as many pony herds as possible with a Saltwater Cowboy captain

Cruise Chincoteague waters for lighthouse views and possible wild pony sightings

Cruise Chincoteague Bay at golden hour on a private luxury pontoon

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