Three-Island Tour Featuring Sand Dollars, Wild Horses and Lighthouse

Experience sand dollar hunting, wild horses, and a historic lighthouse in one memorable boat tour.

From$899

Duration

Up to 6 hours

Ideal For

Up to 6 people

Includes

Cooler with water, shell bags, captain review

Highlights

Discover three unique islands by boat, searching for sand dollars, spotting wild horses, and visiting a historic lighthouse. Enjoy a flexible itinerary shaped by tides and your interests.

Explore Sand Dollar Island and search for sand dollars
Visit Shackleford Banks to observe wild horses in their habitat
Tour the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's home museum
Walk scenic trails and beaches on secluded islands
View the Rachel Carson Preserve and local waterfronts
Receive official shell bags and bottled water for your adventure

What's Included

Cooler and ice with bottled water
Instructional review from the captain

This excursion is available only during certain times and tides. You must bring a photo ID for the tour, including Military ID if applicable.

Cancellation policy

No refunds if canceled within 8 days. If canceled more than 8 days in advance, 75% refund. The rest of the amount will be charged 8 days before your excursion. No-shows will not be refunded. The tour may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather, safety, mechanical, or behavioral issues. For weather-related issues, rescheduling or a refund may be offered if unable to reschedule. Bookings can be canceled during the grace period immediately after creation.

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Three-Island Tour Featuring Sand Dollars, Wild Horses and Lighthouse

Experience sand dollar hunting, wild horses, and a historic lighthouse in one memorable boat tour.

From$899

Duration

Up to 6 hours

Ideal For

Up to 6 people

Includes

Cooler with water, shell bags, captain review

Highlights

Discover three unique islands by boat, searching for sand dollars, spotting wild horses, and visiting a historic lighthouse. Enjoy a flexible itinerary shaped by tides and your interests.

Explore Sand Dollar Island and search for sand dollars
Visit Shackleford Banks to observe wild horses in their habitat
Tour the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Lightkeeper's home museum
Walk scenic trails and beaches on secluded islands
View the Rachel Carson Preserve and local waterfronts
Receive official shell bags and bottled water for your adventure

What's Included

Cooler and ice with bottled water
Instructional review from the captain

This excursion is available only during certain times and tides. You must bring a photo ID for the tour, including Military ID if applicable.

Cancellation policy

Review summary

5.0

Excellent

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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

A Fantastic Day with Captain Mark! We recently took a repeat BWB (Bulls, Water, Beach) tour with Captain Mark from H2O Captain, and it was just as fantastic as our first trip. Right from the start, Captain Mark was on time and prepared, waiting for us to arrive. As we coasted out to the Intracoastal Waterway, he gave a detailed safety briefing while also pointing out the sights we were passing along the way. We crossed the inlet and quickly arrived at our destination to find a group of wild horses waiting for us. After watching them for a bit, we took a walk further into the island. Thanks to Hurricane Erin, there was a flooded area we had to cross, which added a bit of a unique adventure to our trek! We continued on to the beach and were amazed by the incredible number of beautiful shells we found. What truly made the trip exceptional was Captain Mark's vast knowledge. He not only identified the different types of shells we found but also provided fascinating information about the wild horses and the island's ecosystem. We even spotted more horses on our way back to the boat! The excitement didn't stop there. On our return to the marina, we enjoyed a show from a family of dolphins near Beaufort. The trip was a perfect blend of adventure, learning, and natural beauty. Captain Mark is a wonderful guide, and we would absolutely book with him again. We're already planning our next trip down!