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    Cruise Newport River on a 2-Hour Dolphin Watch Charter

    2-hour private morning cruise to watch dolphins on the Newport River

    5.0 stars• 1.1K reviews
    From$3,147incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    2-hour cruise, Restroom onboard

    Highlights

    Cruise the Newport River on a private morning charter and look for dolphins playing near the boat. Depart from the Beaufort waterfront and enjoy an open-air ride with shaded areas and an onboard restroom.

    • Cruise the Newport River on a 2-hour private charter
    • Watch for dolphins near the boat in their natural habitat
    • Depart from the Beaufort waterfront at 9:20am and return at 11:15am
    • Ride on an open-air boat with shaded seating areas
    • Use the onboard restroom during the cruise

    Things to know

    Personal coolers are not allowed on board. Wheelchair access is available with some limitations.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund or rebook if cancelled due to the Captain's discretion and/or weather. Cancel 28+ days prior for a full refund or rebook. Cancel less than 28 days before departure: no refund; forfeit 100% of payment. Late arrivals and no-shows forfeit 100%.

    FAQs

    Arrive at least 20–25 minutes early to check in.

    No. You cannot bring personal coolers on board.

    You can board with a wheelchair, but accessibility has some limitations.

    Meeting details

    Beaufort waterfront

    Experience provided by Lookout Cruises
    Experience provided by Lookout Cruises

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    Private charter

    $3,147.83

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    1.1K reviews•Google Maps

    With a perfect track record across hundreds of reviews, this outfit delivers consistently exceptional sailing experiences around Beaufort's waterways. Captain Robert gets enthusiastic shoutouts for making trips fun and memorable, while the entire crew earns praise for being professional, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout. The comfortable catamaran provides a stable platform for everything from sunset cruises to full six-hour tours. Dolphins steal the show on most trips, with guests losing count of sightings. The longer excursions include stops at Cape Lookout lighthouse and opportunities to spot wild horses on the islands. Many visitors rave about sitting in the boat's net during sunset sails, calling it a highlight of their Beaufort visit. Complimentary beverages flow freely, music sets the mood, and captains share engaging historical commentary about the area. Return customers are common, with families booking repeatedly for both daytime adventures and gorgeous evening cruises.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    BLOWN AWAY by this experience! My wife and i booked a trip for our honeymoon and everything was just incredible! Smooth sailing with Cpt. Robert and we will treasure this moment forever! We will be back soon for more

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    Radoslav Sekulic

    March 22, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    BLOWN AWAY by this experience! My wife and i booked a trip for our honeymoon and everything was just incredible! Smooth sailing with Cpt. Robert and we will treasure this moment forever! We will be back soon for more

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    Radoslav Sekulic

    March 22, 2026

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