Private waterway cruise past Beaufort, Shackleford Banks, and the Rachel Carson Reserve
2.5-3 Hours
Up to 6 people
Cooler and ice, Bottled water
Cruise the waterways around Beaufort and Morehead City on a private charter, passing coastal landmarks and island shores. Explore areas including Shackleford Banks and the Rachel Carson Reserve, with a chance to spot wild horses and dolphins.
You must bring a photo ID (and military ID if applicable). If a Small Craft Advisory is in effect, the captain may adjust timing, destination, reschedule, or cancel.
No refunds if canceled within 8 days. If canceled more than 8 days in advance, 75% refund. No-shows are not refunded. If a deposit is made, the rest of the amount will be charged 8 days before your excursion.
If a Small Craft Advisory is in effect, the captain may run the trip as scheduled, change the destination, delay the start time, reschedule, or cancel.
Bring a photo ID (and a military ID if applicable). You can also bring your own beverages and lunch to store in the onboard cooler. If you get motion sick, bring a small sports drink or coconut water and pretzels.
The captain provides a cooler with ice, cold bottled water, and an instructional review.
4531 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC US 28557
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