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    Morning Dolphin & Horse Watch Cruise from Beaufort

    Sail from the Beaufort waterfront to see wilf horses and watch dolphins play close to the boat

    From$51/ personincl. taxes and fees

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    Duration

    2 hours

    Highlights

    Set out on a morning sail up the Newport River to a spot where dolphins return year after year. Enjoy an easy, family-friendly cruise with great views and a chance to spot familiar fins along the way.

    • Sail up the Newport River on a morning cruise
    • Watch dolphins playing in their natural habitat
    • Depart from the Beaufort waterfront at 9:00am
    • Return to the Beaufort waterfront at 11:00am
    • Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

    Things to know

    The cruise requires at least 12 people to depart; if the minimum is not met, you will be contacted to reschedule. Personal coolers are not allowed on board. Wheelchair access is available with some limitations.

    Cancellation Policy

    If cancelled due to the Captain's discretion and/or weather, you will receive a full refund or the option to rebook based on availability. Parties of 9 or less: cancel/rebook 48+ hours prior for a full refund; less than 48 hours is non-refundable; late arrivals/no-shows forfeit 100%. Parties of 10+ are non-refundable within 7 days; late arrivals/no-shows forfeit 100%.

    FAQs

    Meeting details

    All cruises depart from the Beaufort Docks. Please be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.

    Experience provided by Lookout Cruises
    Experience provided by Lookout Cruises

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    Adult

    $51.94

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $41.34

    Ages 5-12

    0

    Why book through Greetwell?

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      This experience meets our quality and safety standards

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    5.0 stars• 1.1K reviews

    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

    Photo of Radoslav Sekulic

    Radoslav Sekulic

    March 22, 2026

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