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Voted #1 Attraction

 

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The Beaufort Ghost Walk won the Crystal Coast's "Number One Attraction" and "Best Tour Guide" - Bring the whole Family and join us for a great time!

The Original    -    The Infamous    -    The Award Winning

Featured in the October, 2008 issue of Our State Magazine!

Locals call it Blackbeard's House Rates and Details 

See The Hammock House & a 300 Year Old Cemetery

Beaufort's most famous Haunted House and once the home of Blackbeard the Pirate

Take an after dark stroll through a Historic Town full of Haunted Tales.  Chilling stories of murderous pirates, unexplained happenings, ghost ships and haunted houses will have you looking over your shoulder on the way home.  

 

See Blackbeard's House and a 300-year old cemetery.  As enjoyable as it is entertaining, the Beaufort Ghost Walk is one of our most popular attractions and one that shouldn't be missed.  Families and Groups have a blast on this tour.  Kids love it!  

 

 Reservations are necessary.

$15 per person

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DIRECTIONS

The Ghost Walk will leave from the Grayden Paul Park, a waterfront park located on Front Street, where Pollock Street dead ends into Front Street.   Look for a wooden gazebo right on the water.

 

GPS Address is:  700 Front St, Beaufort, NC

 

The Ghost Walk will cover approximately 8-9 blocks  and will take about an hour.

 

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Directions to the Beaufort Ghost Walk

 

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What is a Ghost Walk?

The Beaufort Ghost Walk is a Guided Walking Tour through the Historic District of Beaufort, North Carolina.  Founded in 1709, Beaufort is the 3rd oldest town in NC, and the 12th oldest town in North America.  On the Ghost Walk, you will be entertained by your Pirate Guides, as they regale you with an enjoyable assortment of haunted tales, ghost stories, and  interesting histories of the Beaufort area.  In addition, you will hear about some of the amazing unexplainable encounters experienced by both our guests and guides during Ghost Walks of the past.

As Featured...

Our State Magazine

US Airways Magazine

The Washington Post

Daily Reflector - Greenville, NC

The Windsock

Coastal Kids Magazine

Wikitravel

Crystal Coast Kids Magazine

The Gam

The Carteret News Times

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THE ONLY GUIDED TOUR ON THE ISLAND!

 

Take a 15 minute ferry ride over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore.  There you will be introduced to the Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks. 

 

This free roaming herd is believed to have descended from Horses that were brought here roughly 400 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.  Shackleford is well known as one of the best shelling destinations on the East Coast.  Among other things, you can find Conchs, Whelks, Queen’s Helmets, Scotch Bonnets, Olive Shells, Sand Dollars, and more. 

 

Experience the Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks!!  

 

Adults - $25

 

Kids 11 and Younger - $15

 

 Price includes Round Trip Ferry to/from Shackleford Banks

 

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(252) 772-9925

Reservations are Required

 

 

You can spend the rest of the day at the Seashore and return on your pre-scheduled ferry back to Beaufort, and you can even bring your chairs and coolers! 

 

Find whole Conch Shells, Scotch Bonnets, Queen's Helmets, and More!

 

WE PROVIDE SHELL BAGS

 

Port City Tour Company Cancellation Policy.

 

If you need to cancel or change your party size, you'll need to call at least 3 hours before the tour to guarantee that your card will be refunded.  If you don't call within 3 hours of your tour there will be no refunds available.

 

For the Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari, Cape Lookout Lighthouse Adventure, and the Pirate Island Treasure Hunt specifically, you must cancel by 8pm the night before the tour so that we have a chance to fill your spots.  If you don't cancel by 8pm the night before the tour there will be no refunds available.

 

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Pipe up the Wee Buccaneers and embark on an adventure that you won’t soon forget.

Be ferried to Pirate Island where the Treasure Hunt will begin. Kids will love this engaging experience! Parents and kids take home some unique booty!

Marooned by Blackbeard's Crew for burning the treasure map, this savvy pirate knows more than he's letting on.  Possessing the only clue to the location of the treasure, only the help of a dedicated Crew is needed to track down Blackbeard's treasure.

Your Crew must help solve puzzles, crack riddles & compete in challenges in order to uncover the clues that will lead them to the buried treasure.  Truly an interactive experience that will entertain and educate!

You'll depart from the Historic Beaufort NC Waterfront for a short passenger ferry boat ride to "Pirate Island".  The Hunt lasts for about 45 minutes, and you will return to the mainland by approximately 11am.

 

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Meets at 9:30 AM

 

Each child receives their own souvenir treasure map!

 

 Reservations are necessary.  School Groups, contact us for a Group Rate.

 

The Pirate Island Treasure Hunt will depart from the Island Ferry Adventures docks on the Beaufort Waterfront, across from The Inlet Inn, located on Front Street between Queen Street and Pollock Street.

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Easily Accessible from Morehead City NC, Beaufort NC, Atlantic Beach NC, Emerald Isle NC, and New Bern NC

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Edward Teach, aka Blackbeard

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

 

$14 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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North Carolina

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

 

Sailboat or Powerboat - You choose!  Details  Lodging  Dining

 

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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 charter fishing 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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beaufort nc kayaking

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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