Ride a Carolina Skiff to Masonboro Island with beach time and wildlife spotting
2 hours
Captain, cooler with ice, water
Cruise by boat from Wrightsville Beach to Masonboro Island, then spend time exploring the beach and searching for shells. Your captain shares local history and points out native wildlife along the way.
A minimum of 3 people is required for the trip to go out. All passengers must sign a waiver before the tour, and children under 13 must wear a life jacket.
Full refund if cancelled outside of 72 hours of the scheduled excursion. Cancellations or no-shows within 24 hours of departure are charged full price. If the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, you receive a full refund or can rebook.
Yes. A minimum of 3 people is required for the trip to go out.
Bring binoculars, cameras, sunscreen, and any food or beverages you want. Towels, beach chairs, and sunscreen are not included.
You get filtered drinking water, plus a cooler with ice and waters. You can also bring your own beverages of choice.
Public Boat Ramp -109 Causeway Dr. Wrightsville Beach, NC
Epic Excursions consistently delivers memorable coastal adventures with a team of captains who clearly love what they do. Brian, Mason, Ian, Jack, and Aimee all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely invested in making each trip special. The popular Oyster Farm tour offers a unique tasting experience, while island excursions to Masonboro and Lea Island provide peaceful escapes with crystal-clear water and excellent shelling. Groups especially appreciate the company event packages, which include seafood boils, bonfires, and activities like cornhole. What really stands out is how the captains adapt to each group's needs. They handle everything from teaching a five-year-old to help steer the boat to accommodating bachelorette party requests. Even when weather throws curveballs, the team makes it work and keeps everyone happy. The little extras matter too, like providing coolers with ice and float pads for kids. It's clear this operation runs smoothly whether you're booking a romantic sunset cruise, a family outing, or a corporate team-building event.
Highly recommend this company. I took a trip to Wilmington recently with my partner and we went on the Oyster Farm tour and tasting. If you like oysters (or just curious) and looking for a unique experience, this is it. They also offer other boat tours that sound just as fun.
Patrick Ringwald
December 2, 2025
Highly recommend this company. I took a trip to Wilmington recently with my partner and we went on the Oyster Farm tour and tasting. If you like oysters (or just curious) and looking for a unique experience, this is it. They also offer other boat tours that sound just as fun.
Patrick Ringwald
December 2, 2025