Guided Wild Horse Tour of Shackleford Banks
Walk Shackleford Banks with a naturalist and search for wild horses and shells
Duration
3 hours
Includes
Guided walk, ferry ride, shelling
Highlights
Explore Shackleford Banks on a guided walking tour that pairs wild-horse tracking with shelling.
- Ride a 15-minute ferry to Shackleford Banks
- Explore the island with a knowledgeable naturalist
- Track wild horses and observe their behavior from a safe distance
- Search for shells in spots selected by your naturalist
- Capture photos of the island’s natural surroundings
Important details
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
- No dogs are allowed on this tour
- Requires walking up to 2 miles over sandy terrain
- Maintain at least 50 feet from wild horses to comply with federal regulations
- Bring ID at check-in when using an active military or senior ticket; senior tickets are for ages 65+
- Read the general waiver before departure
- A credit card processing fee applies; the amount is not specified
Cancellation Policy
Cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours before departure to receive a refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
FAQs
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and any other necessities you may need. Wear shoes you do not mind getting sandy and a little wet.
No. Shackleford Banks is a natural barrier island with no facilities, so plan ahead before your guided walking tour.
Meeting details
Island Express Ferry Service ticket booth, 600 Front Street, Beaufort, NC 28516
Related locations
Shackleford Banks
Admission includedShackleford Banks greets you with nothing but open sky, wind-swept sand, and the sound of waves breaking along miles of undeveloped shoreline. There are no roads, no buildings, and no crowds here, just a raw stretch of barrier island that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. Step ashore and you may find a band of wild Colonial Spanish mustangs grazing among the sea oats just beyond the dune line. Shackleford Banks rewards those who arrive curious and unhurried, offering a rare encounter with a coastal landscape that belongs entirely to itself.
