Things to do in Emerald Isle

Relax on a private boat retreat with beach access and tranquil swimming for all ages.

Travel by private boat to Cape Lookout and explore the lighthouse area with a flexible private charter

See Beaufort, Shackleford Banks, and the ICW on a private 2.5–3 hour cruise

Spot wild horses and visit Cape Lookout Lighthouse on a private 5.5-hour charter

Collect sand dollars and spot wild horses on a guided visit to two scenic islands

Discover Sand Dollar Island, see wild horses, and visit Cape Lookout Lighthouse on an up to 6-hour cruise

Experience a private sunset cruise with opportunities to see wild dolphins and horses.

Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway south with a stop in Swansboro for lunch and scenic marina views.

Join a Naturalist to track wild horses and find shells on Shackleford Banks

Ride a 15-minute ferry with frequent summer departures and round-trip service

Enjoy a 5-hour trip on the only ferry authorized to drop off at the lighthouse

Enjoy a narrated sunset cruise with dolphin spotting and an hour on Shackleford Banks.

Explore Cape Lookout by UTV with half- or full-day options and room for four

Sail to Cape Lookout for beach time, catered lunch, and lighthouse views on a stable catamaran

Unwind on a 90-minute evening cruise with coastal views and complimentary beverages

Cruise to Cape Lookout for two stops with catered lunch, swimming, and lighthouse views on a 45-foot catamaran

Enjoy Beaufort's coastal sunset on a 90-minute sail with complimentary beverages

Sail from the Beaufort waterfront to see wilf horses and watch dolphins play close to the boat

Start your day on a BYOB tiki boat with a licensed captain and calm Crystal Coast views.

Cruise the Crystal Coast on a tiki boat with BYOB and views of wild horses

Relax on a BYOB tiki boat as captains guide you to the best Crystal Coast sunset views