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A lone horse walking along a sandy beach with sparse vegetation in the background. 1
A person taking a photo of a horse on a sandy beach with trees in the background. 2
A houseboat on a river with a dock, surrounded by vegetation and trees. 3
A boat named 'H2O Captain' docked at a marina with a 'Cardolina Skiff' logo. 4
Three people sitting on a boat docked at a pier with a grassy area and a wooden walkway in the background. 5

NC Crystal Coast: Wild Horses Sightseeing Cruise

By H2O Captain EcoTour Private Boat Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $199 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Look for wild horses along Shackleford Banks (about 4 miles of shoreline)
  • Learn about the history of Whaling on the island.
  • Cruise past the Rachel Carson Reserve and Carrot Island

Activity location

    • Cape Lookout National Seashore
    • Carteret County, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 4531 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA | Parking is free for all your vehicles. Captain Mark or Captain Carolyn will either meet you by the dock, boat, or in the parking lot. It will all be very obvious when you are there. The captain will be wearing an H2O Captain Shirt and Cap.
    • Morehead City, North Carolina, United States

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Sightseeing Cruise for wild horses and quaint villages in NC

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$199.00 x 1 Adult$199.00
Total
Price is $199.00

What's included, what's not

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    The H2O Captain Boat
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    Captain Mark
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    1st Mate, Lucky the Dog!
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    Shelling Bag
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    Cold bottled water
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    Smiles
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    Fun

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Glass objects
  • Not suitable for: People with a cold, People with motion sickness, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Welcome aboard the H2O Captain’s “Round We Go!” tour—an easygoing 2.5–3 hour sightseeing cruise made for visitors who simply want to get out on the water and take in the views. You’ll stay on the boat the whole time, soaking up the breeze and scenery of North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.

Begin with a scenic ride along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) as the captain opens it up and you settle into the rhythm of the water. Along the way, you’ll pass natural highlights like the Rachel Carson Reserve and Carrot Island, known for preserved coastal ecosystems and wildlife.

Keep watch as you cruise near Shackleford Banks, where you may spot the area’s famous wild horses. The route also includes views of Sugarloaf Island and the waterfront of Morehead City, before you continue past Beaufort, enjoying a unique vantage point of its historic Front Street and charming shoreline.

This tour is ideal for anyone seeking a relaxed cruise, beautiful coastal scenery, and wildlife viewing opportunities—all in one trip.

Location

Activity location

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    • Cape Lookout National Seashore
    • Carteret County, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 4531 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA | Parking is free for all your vehicles. Captain Mark or Captain Carolyn will either meet you by the dock, boat, or in the parking lot. It will all be very obvious when you are there. The captain will be wearing an H2O Captain Shirt and Cap.
    • Morehead City, North Carolina, United States