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We've taken the Beaufort Ghost Walk to the Next Level !

Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

"Awesome!  We'll be back next year to visit the Horses again."

- Cliff Sifford

Take a 15 minute ferry ride over to Shackleford Banks and the southern portion of the Cape Lookout National Seashore.  There you will be introduced to the Wild Horses of Shackleford.  This herd is believed to have descended from Horses that were brought here roughly 500 years ago, and still survive as one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the US.  You will help your guide track the horses and see first hand the fascinating behavior of horses in the wild,  a rare experience with nature that you'll never forget.  Bring your camera for pictures that will forever remind you of this amazing place and its fascinating inhabitants.  After the tour, you will be directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina where you can spend some time on your own shelling your way down the beach, with the Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance.  You can spend the rest of the day at the Seashore and catch the ferry back to Beaufort whenever you're ready, and you can even bring your chairs and coolers!

Adults - $25 / Kids - $15 (Price includes round-trip Ferry to/from Shackleford Banks)

Meets daily at 8:45 am - Reservations are required

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The Legend of Blackbeard

The "Fiercest Pirate to Ever Live" is the focus of this Fun and Interactive,  fully Guided walking tour through downtown Beaufort, NC.  

Hear the story, from birth till death, of one of history's most infamous pirates.  Edward Drummond, who later became known as Blackbeard, lived a life full of adventure, combat, debauchery, romance, and even luxury.  And, the story of his death will recount one of the fiercest battles ever seen off the shores of North Carolina's Outer Banks.

See Blackbeard's House, walk the same streets as the famed buccaneer.    Kids and Adults will enjoy this look back into the Golden Age of Piracy.  Excellent for families and school groups.

  See real replica Pirate weapons and authentic artifacts  

  FREE Pirate Treasure Ring for Kids of all Ages  

Meets Every Day at 6:30pm.  Come to downtown Beaufort and join us for a relaxing and enjoyable walk.  

Meets Every Day at 6:25 pm

$12 per person - Under 5 Free - Reservations are Required

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Sail to Cape Lookout

The beauty of the Cape Lookout lighthouse and its pristine surroundings is unparalleled. You'll really appreciate the stability and comfort of this 45-foot catamaran as we briskly make the six mile ocean voyage to one of the premiere anchorages in America. Out cruise departs at 12 noon for the 1-1/2 hour sail to Cape Lookout where you'll enjoy two hours of unbelievable swimming, snorkeling and some of the best shelling on the east coast. Upon arrival at Cape Lookout, we beach the boat and serve up a delicious catered lunch from the Beaufort Grocery Co. Restaurant. When you taste their signature sandwiches, salads and desserts, you'll see why locals and visitors alike have made Beaufort Grocery Co. a favorite. Your bathing suit and beach towel are all you need when you come with us to Cape Lookout. The rest is pure enjoyment! On board stairs offer easy access on the off the boat. Large clean restrooms and a freshwater shower are also provided for the return trip where we'll take you past the lighthouse for spectacular photos and a brief history of the 160' tower. So come with us and enjoy a memorable day on the Cape Lookout National Seashore.  

Many say that this is the best trip out to Cape Lookout.  You'll never forget it.

Call for pricing or Visit the Website - www.LookoutCruises.com

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Relaxing Sunset Sail

Our trip departs each evening for a 7-8:30 pm cruise that promises a view to take your breath away. The red and yellow North Carolina sunsets are some of the most beautiful in the world, and they're yours to enjoy as we sail from the Beaufort North Carolina waterfront into the gentle breezes of early evening.  Relaxing, Romantic and an Unforgettable Experience.  With friends or family, it's a terrific way to wrap up the day!  

Complimentary beverages

--  Bring your Camera ! --

Safe - Comfortable - Stable

Call for pricing or Visit the Website - www.LookoutCruises.com 

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Ferry to Shackleford Banks

Pack a cooler, grab your beach chairs and towels and head down to the Beaufort Waterfront.  Just a 15 minute ferry ride away is spectacular and unspoiled Shackleford Banks.  A nine mile long, uninhabited Outer Banks island that is part of  the Cape Lookout National Seashore and right across the water from the Rachel Carson Estuarine Reserve - Shackleford's isolation and beauty is unmatched.  Spend the day walking in the soft sand, sunning on the beach, searching for shells, watching the horses graze, fishing, swimming, surfing, or whatever else makes you happy.  You can bring any of the following on the boat:  coolers, chairs, umbrellas, fishing rods, surfboards, tents, more.  

Rated #1 destination and the #1 shelling location by barrier island visitors!

Ferry leaves daily at the top of the hour from 9am-4pm, weather permitting.

Adults - $15 / Kids - $8

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Rent Kayaks

Easily accessible from Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, and Emerald Isle

Beaufort Inlet Watersports

Located on the Waterfront in Downtown Beaufort, NC

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Scenic Nature Cruise

This 1 1/4 hour trip provides a more scenic and slower paced ride.  Shaded seats are available as you REMAIN on the boat during this memorable cruise. This scenic trip shows you the entire 3 miles of the Beaufort waterfront including Blackbeard's house, an operating menhaden fish factory, Cape Lookout lighthouse (from a distance), Blackbeard’s shipwreck site (Queen Anne’s Revenge), Fort Macon, Radio Island and Duke Marine Lab. Many birds may be sighted including Gulls, Pelicans, Ibis, Blue Heron, Egrets and Osprey . Wild, shipwrecked mustangs may be seen - the only tour that completely circles Carrot Island, Horse Island, Sand Dollar Island, Bird Shoals and Town Marsh while traveling past part of Shackleford Banks in search of these mustangs and coastal wildlife. On some days Dolphin, Sea Turtles and other land and marine life may be spotted.

Adults - $15 / Kids - $8

11:30AM and 2:30PM 

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 Dolphin Watch

You can also tour Beaufort from the water!  Take a Dolphin Watch and get up-close photos and experience the excitement of dolphin just a few feet from the boat. This enjoyable and relaxing trip takes you on a search for the playful dolphin while giving you a personalized tour of the hidden treasures of our Crystal Coast.  You can choose between a power boat and a catamaran sailboat.  Click Here for Details

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Water Bug Harbor Tours

Join us for an Old Fashioned Boat Ride as we “Cruise the Creek” along Historic Beaufort NC Waterfront Aboard the WATER BUG, our 18 passenger Captain‘s Launch for a relaxed, shaded tour.  Daily 1 hour tours depart hourly from 9 A.M.*

Adult $15 - Child $8

All tours are led by USCG-licensed captains with extensive local knowledge.  Captains are trained in first aid and CPR.

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Go Parasailing!

No Experience Necessary.  Get wet or stay dry.

Bathing suits not required.  It's just like sitting in a swing

Kids welcome - Bring a friend!

Reservations highly recommended - Step up and FLY!

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Gulf Stream 

Deep Sea Fishing

Head for the Gulf Stream and experience some of the best Deep Sea Fishing on the East Coast.  These boats have many years of experience in these waters, and they'll give you the best possible chance at hooking up with the big Billfish.  Wahoo, King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Snapper, Grouper, Marlin, Sailfish, and more....!  What could be more fun that a fishing charter boat at your disposal.

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Kayak the Historic

Beaufort Waterfront

Easily accessible from Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, and Emerald Isle

Beaufort Inlet Watersports

Located on the Waterfront in Downtown Beaufort, NC

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