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    Explore Rachel Carson Reserve Private Boat & Walk Tour

    Private boat cruise and guided walk on Rachel Carson Reserve

    5.0 stars• 141 reviews
    From$634incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Private boat tour, Walking

    Highlights

    Cruise protected waters on a private boat charter, then step ashore for a guided walk on the Rachel Carson Reserve. Explore trails, beaches, and nearby waterways with time for shelling and coastal views.

    • Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway past Morehead City and Beaufort Inlet
    • Walk guided trails through maritime forest, grasslands, and dunes
    • Search for wild horses along Shackleford Banks and Taylors Creek
    • Spot and identify shells on a secluded beach
    • Visit the waterfront fishing village area of Morehead City

    What's Included

    • Captain
    • Guided land tour
    • Cooler
    • Ice
    • Bottled water
    • Instructional review from Captain Mark

    Things to know

    General departure time is 11am. Small Craft Advisories may require a delay, destination change, reschedule, or cancellation. Bring your own beverages and lunch if you want to use the cooler.

    Cancellation Policy

    No refunds if canceled within 8 days. If canceled more than 8 days in advance, 75% refund. No-shows are not refunded. Operator may cancel or stop a tour due to weather, safety, mechanical, or behavioral issues; refunds may be offered for weather issues if unable to reschedule.

    FAQs

    The general departure time is 11am.

    Bring any beverages and lunch you want. A cooler and ice are provided for you to use.

    If a Small Craft Advisory is in effect, your trip may still run on time, or it may switch destinations, be delayed, be rescheduled, or be canceled.

    Meeting details

    4531 Arendell Street Morehead City, NC US 28557

    Experience provided by H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions
    Experience provided by H2O Captain Eco-Tour Private Boat Excursions

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    Private Charter

    $634.94

    4 passengers included in base price • Up to 6 passengers total

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    141 reviews•Google Maps

    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Captain Mark was great!!! So knowledgeable, educated on the wildlife, horses, dolphins, the island, all of it! We saw 5-6 horses and 10-12 dolphins, highly recommend his tour!

    Photo of Brock Peterson

    Brock Peterson

    March 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Captain Mark was great!!! So knowledgeable, educated on the wildlife, horses, dolphins, the island, all of it! We saw 5-6 horses and 10-12 dolphins, highly recommend his tour!

    Photo of Brock Peterson

    Brock Peterson

    March 31, 2026

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