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    Sunset Boat Cruise in Chincoteague Island

    Private 1.5-hour sunset cruise around Chincoteague Island for up to 6

    5.0 stars• 121 reviews
    From$381incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Private boat tour, Sunset cruise

    Highlights

    Cruise around Chincoteague Island on a private boat ride timed for sunset. Relax on the water and keep an eye out for ponies on the route and other wildlife along the way.

    • Enjoy a relaxed sunset-focused ride around the island
    • Book a private tour for your group of up to 6 passengers
    • Bring your own drinks and pack a cooler or food
    • Watch for ponies if they are directly on the route
    • Look for wildlife like bottlenose dolphin along the journey

    Things to know

    Private tour limit is 6 passengers total; 7 or more are not allowed regardless of age.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 48 hours notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Ride with up to 6 passengers total. The boat cannot take 7 or more people, regardless of age.

    Yes. Bring your own drinks, and feel free to pack a cooler or food—there is ample room inside the boat.

    You may stop to view ponies if they are directly on the route. You may also encounter other wildlife, such as bottlenose dolphin, along the journey.

    Experience provided by Cowboy Cruise Company
    Experience provided by Cowboy Cruise Company

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    $381.60

    Up to 6 Passengers Per Vessel

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    Review summary

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    Captain Hunter and his crew have built something genuinely special here. Hunter brings a rare combination to the water as a 3rd generation Saltwater Cowboy and Marine Biologist, meaning the stories and knowledge you get go well beyond a typical tour script. Guides like Ayden also consistently earn high marks for being personable, punctual, and deeply familiar with the wildlife and history of the area. The small boat size is a real advantage. It lets them navigate into shallow marsh areas that larger tour boats simply can't reach, which translates directly into closer encounters with the wild ponies. Reviewers frequently mention getting remarkably close to multiple herds, and a few have even witnessed foals being born during their tour. Beyond the standard pony tours, Hunter also offers experiences like duck hunts and the annual Pony Swim, and the same level of attentiveness carries through all of it. The 8am tour gets mentioned specifically as the best slot for pony sightings, and the tour is dog friendly, which is a nice bonus for travelers bringing pets along.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had the best time on the combined pony/shellfish tour! Hunter was an absolute delight and so knowledgeable about the history, geography, and wildlife that make Chincoteague a special place.

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    Zelda Barrett

    July 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had the best time on the combined pony/shellfish tour! Hunter was an absolute delight and so knowledgeable about the history, geography, and wildlife that make Chincoteague a special place.

    Photo of Zelda Barrett

    Zelda Barrett

    July 6, 2026

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