Private boat cruise and guided walk on Rachel Carson Reserve
4 Hours
Up to 6 people
Private boat tour, Walking
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
When I heard we had booked this tour, I honestly thought it was probably going to be a boring 3 hours…I couldn’t have been and more WRONG..! We hit the SUPERFECTA as the tour goes. We saw dolphins, horses, an INCREDIBLE Osprey showing itself off— capped off with an incredible sunset…! Captain Mark was an EXCEPTIONAL host and an incredible wealth of knowledge of the areas we went through. He made us feel comfortable the entire trip. He is not just a great host, but an incredible human being as well… thank you Captain Mark for a great and so memorable of an evening!
Michael Gorman
July 2, 2026
When I heard we had booked this tour, I honestly thought it was probably going to be a boring 3 hours…I couldn’t have been and more WRONG..! We hit the SUPERFECTA as the tour goes. We saw dolphins, horses, an INCREDIBLE Osprey showing itself off— capped off with an incredible sunset…! Captain Mark was an EXCEPTIONAL host and an incredible wealth of knowledge of the areas we went through. He made us feel comfortable the entire trip. He is not just a great host, but an incredible human being as well… thank you Captain Mark for a great and so memorable of an evening!
Michael Gorman
July 2, 2026
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