Reach a low-tide sandbar to search for shells and whole sand dollars
Ferry ride, 2 hours at sandbar
Ride a ferry to a natural sandbar away from public beaches. Spend two hours exploring the sandbar, which is available only at low tide.
Free cancellation with at least 24 hours' notice. No-shows are charged the full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: TG92RD
Bring coolers with water, drinks, snacks, or food, plus beach chairs and umbrellas. Pack light.
Everyone needs to be accounted for, including infants.
Island Ferry Adventures ticket booth, 610 Front Street, Beaufort, NC 28516
This was by far the best trip we have ever had! 5 star service when we forgot something in our car! Highly recommend the Bird Shoal trip over going to a public beach! This was so private that at one point, it was just the two of us and the dog! Staff is very friendly and a wealth of knowledge about the area. We will do this trip again!
Krista Long
August 31, 2026
This was by far the best trip we have ever had! 5 star service when we forgot something in our car! Highly recommend the Bird Shoal trip over going to a public beach! This was so private that at one point, it was just the two of us and the dog! Staff is very friendly and a wealth of knowledge about the area. We will do this trip again!
Krista Long
August 31, 2026
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