Private 5.5-hour charter to Shackleford Banks horses and Cape Lookout Lighthouse
5-6 Hours
Up to 6 people
Bottled water, Cooler and ice
Cruise Cape Lookout National Seashore on a private charter and spend time at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks. Walk the boardwalk to the lighthouse and visit the Lightkeepers quarters museum and National Park Service gift shop.
A photo ID is required for the tour, including a Military ID if applicable. The lighthouse is closed for climbing in 2025. An optional $200 deposit may apply—confirm details with Greetwell before booking.
No refunds if canceled within 8 days. If canceled more than 8 days in advance, 75% refund. No-shows are not refunded. Operator may cancel or stop any tour due to weather, safety, mechanical, or passenger behavioral issues; for weather-related issues, they may reschedule or refund if unable to reschedule.
Bring a photo ID (including a Military ID if applicable). You can also bring your own beverages and lunch to put in the cooler. If you’re prone to motion sickness, bring a small amount of sports drink or coconut water and pretzels.
The captain provides a cooler with ice, cold bottled water, and an instructional review from Captain Mark.
No. The lighthouse is closed for climbing in 2025.
1516 W Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, USA
Captain Mark has built an exceptionally loyal following with his private boat excursions around the Beaufort area. Guests consistently praise his extensive knowledge of local history, wildlife, and the coastal ecosystem, along with his genuine warmth and accommodating nature. He's described as safety-conscious, punctual, and excellent at customizing trips to match what families want to experience. The typical excursion includes visits to Shackleford Banks and Sand Dollar Island, where you'll likely spot wild horses roaming freely, collect beautiful shells, and possibly encounter dolphins along the way. Several reviewers mention returning multiple times, which speaks volumes. His boat comfortably fits groups of 2-6 people, and he's particularly attentive to guests with special needs or mobility concerns. The tours work well for diverse groups, from young children to seniors, and he even handles more sensitive occasions like memorial services with compassion and professionalism.
We had an amazing experience out of Morehead City with H2O Captain Eco Tour for my husband’s 50th birthday! Captain Mark was fantastic and went out of his way to accommodate the two of us for the celebration. Our guide, Captain Carol, gave a wonderful tour and shared great stories about the history of the area. We loved walking Shackleford Banks to look for the wild horses, and we even left with a great collection of shells! Even though we didn't spot any horses during our walk, we were thrilled to see a few from a distance on our boat ride back. It was a bit chilly and the water was a little choppy and we still thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Thank you to Captain Mark and Captain Carol for making this milestone birthday so memorable—we definitely will be coming back for another adventure!
Stephanie Emery
May 25, 2026
We had an amazing experience out of Morehead City with H2O Captain Eco Tour for my husband’s 50th birthday! Captain Mark was fantastic and went out of his way to accommodate the two of us for the celebration. Our guide, Captain Carol, gave a wonderful tour and shared great stories about the history of the area. We loved walking Shackleford Banks to look for the wild horses, and we even left with a great collection of shells! Even though we didn't spot any horses during our walk, we were thrilled to see a few from a distance on our boat ride back. It was a bit chilly and the water was a little choppy and we still thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Thank you to Captain Mark and Captain Carol for making this milestone birthday so memorable—we definitely will be coming back for another adventure!
Stephanie Emery
May 25, 2026