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    Private Coastal Cruise to Masonboro Island

    Chart a captain-led escape through Wrightsville Beach waterways

    5.0 stars• 283 reviews

    Duration

    2 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 18 people

    Includes

    Captain, fuel, cooler with ice

    Highlights

    Explore Wrightsville Beach’s waterways on a private cruise tailored to your group. Relax with a licensed captain as you choose how to spend your time on the water.

    • Cruise coastal waterways and backwater marshes
    • Visit Masonboro Island, Mason's Inlet, Figure 8 Island, or other local destinations
    • Swim, beach-comb, or anchor at a sandbar
    • Watch for dolphins and explore salt marshes with the right tide

    What's Included

    • USCG-licensed captain
    • Fuel
    • Cooler with ice and filtered drinking water
    • Adult and child life jackets
    • Swim ladder
    • Bluetooth music onboard

    Important details

    • Arrive 10–15 minutes before departure; late arrivals reduce time on the water
    • Sign a waiver for every passenger before the excursion begins
    • Alcohol is permitted only for ages 21+ with valid ID
    • Do not park in the boat-trailer parking lot unless your vehicle has a trailer
    • Beach chairs are available for $5 each and are not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund for cancellations made more than 72 hours before departure. No refund within 72 hours, including no-shows. If the operator cancels due to unsafe weather, choose a full refund or reschedule.

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    FAQs

    Yes. All participants must sign a waiver before your cruise starts.

    Yes. Bring any food or beverages you’d like; the boat includes a cooler with ice and filtered drinking water. Alcohol is allowed with valid identification, and the captain may end the charter for unruly behavior due to intoxication.

    Bring items like sunscreen, towels, a camera, and any food and drinks you want. You can also bring floats, boogie boards, umbrellas, and beach games.

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    1-6 People

    $547.42

    Base price Includes 1-6 people.

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    7-13 People

    $585.36

    Price is for 7 people. Add $35 per additional person.

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    $986.44

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
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    Captain Cam is the name you'll see over and over in these reviews, and for good reason. Knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely enthusiastic about the area, he has a way of making every trip feel personal. Captains Ian, Rich, and Brian earn just as much praise, each bringing their own warmth and expertise to the water. The crew clearly takes the experience seriously, bringing blankets on cold days, finding sheltered spots when the wind picks up, and adapting the itinerary to match what guests actually want. Beyond the captains, the experience variety stands out. The Low Country boil cruise, oyster farm tour, and sunset cruises all get strong reviews, attracting everyone from bachelorette groups to families celebrating milestone birthdays. Kristi on the booking side also gets a specific shoutout for being responsive and reassuring when weather concerns come up. With a near-perfect rating across a large number of reviews, this crew has clearly built something worth booking.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Captain Cam was the BEST captain for our excursion, he was attentive, detailed, and safe. If you have him for your trip you will be in good hands!

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    Sarah Kinlaw

    August 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Captain Cam was the BEST captain for our excursion, he was attentive, detailed, and safe. If you have him for your trip you will be in good hands!

    Photo of Sarah Kinlaw

    Sarah Kinlaw

    August 23, 2026

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