See the Pony Swim from a comfortable pontoon boat
1.5 hours
Pontoon boat tour, licensed captain
Join a pontoon boat tour for the Chincoteague Pony Swim, when wild ponies cross the Assateague Channel. Ride with a local licensed captain for views of this special event.
All bookings are final and nonrefundable.
Product ID: 2MV3VA
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour.
Departure time changes each year based on tides.
The Pony Swim takes place twice a year: for the swim over and the swim back.
7536 East Side Road
Captain John was a wonderful guide to the area on our pontoon boat cruise! He was very knowledgeable about the area and answered all our questions. We saw a bunch of wildlife, including the ponies, dolphins, pelicans, egrets, and other birds. Highly recommend! Just remember to bring a hat and some sunscreen since the boat isn’t completely covered.
Willa Freedman
August 25, 2026
Captain John was a wonderful guide to the area on our pontoon boat cruise! He was very knowledgeable about the area and answered all our questions. We saw a bunch of wildlife, including the ponies, dolphins, pelicans, egrets, and other birds. Highly recommend! Just remember to bring a hat and some sunscreen since the boat isn’t completely covered.
Willa Freedman
August 25, 2026
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