Turn a coastal boat trip into a treasure hunt
4 hrs
Up to 6 people
Boat ride, bottled water
Explore North Carolina's coast on a captain-led shell-hunting charter for all ages. Your captain chooses the departure point based on where the best shells are being found.
We will arrange to leave from Harkers Island, Atlantic, or Cedar Island NC and it takes 30-40 minutes to get to the "secret" locations. Along the way, there's a pretty good chance that we will encounter playful dolphins, wild horses, and many different species of birds. When we arrive at the hunting grounds, your hunting time will depend on which charter package you choose. Hunt treasures like whelks, scotch bonnets, shark teeth, sand dollars, etc. This is a tide dependent charter, so departure times will vary.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
You'll receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
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No. There are no restrooms at the marina, on the boat, or at the beach. Use a restroom before departure; Seaside convenience store, just after you cross the bridge onto the island, has one.
No. Tips are optional and separate from the listed price. Captains accept tips, and 15–20% of the trip cost is customary in the area.
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, shell bags, a towel, and a change of clothes in case you get wet. You can also bring snacks and your own drinks.
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