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All aboard for wonderful cool breezes and a tour of the Crystal Coast's beautiful waterways and seaside attractions. Area boat tours take you for a relaxing ride along the coast, showcasing such sites as the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Beaufort's historic waterfront, a view of Fort Macon State Park, the Morehead City state port and more. Natural attractions such as local wildlife and beautiful seascapes are always treasured sites.

Local boat tour operators provide you with an enjoyable trip, combined with a wealth of interesting area information.
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Beaufort | Down East/Harkers Island | Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point | Morehead City/Newport | Newport 
Beaufort
 
Coastal Ecology Sails Aboard Good Fortune
Beaufort Town Docks
500 Front Street
Beaufort, NC  28516
(252) 241-6866
(252) 247-3860
 
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Small groups (6 max.) are offered customized trips for dolphin and turtle watching, shelling, birding and sailing aboard a 41' yacht. Departures are from the Beaufort docks. 2-1/2 hours, half- or full day, sunset.

Island Ferry Adventures
Beaufort, NC  28516
(252) 728-7555
 
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Passenger only ferry service to Shackleford Banks & other barrier islands departs Beaufort City Docks. Dolphin watches & scenic tours also available. Additional location in Harkers Island.

5 Boat Tours per day in season

email: ncbeachbum@ec.rr.com

Mystery Boat Tours
410 Front St. Suite 2
Beaufort, NC  28516
(252) 728-7827
 
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Narrated sightseeing cruises depart from Beaufort. Sights include historic homes along the waterfront, Fort Macon, Carrot Island wild horses, NC state port and chance sightings of birds and dolphins.

Water Bug Harbor Tours
324 Front Street
Beaufort, NC  28516
(252) 728-4129
 
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Harbor tours of Beaufort depart hourly during the day from 10:00 AM.

Beaufort | Down East/Harkers Island | Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point | Morehead City/Newport | Newport 
Down East/Harkers Island
 
Banks Rambler
Harkers Island, NC  28531
(252) 728-4627
(252) 342-5999
 
Fishing, guided shelling and clamming!

Island Ferry Adventures
Harkers Island, NC  28531
(252) 728-6181
 
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Passenger only ferry service to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks from Barbour's Marina. Ships's store & full service marina available.

email: barboursmarina@thepencos.com

Beaufort | Down East/Harkers Island | Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point | Morehead City/Newport | Newport 
Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point
 
Fish'N4Life Charters
(252) 764-2174
jcronk@ec.rr.com
 
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Inshore/Backwater fishing and ecology tours. NC licensed educator Capt. Jeff Cronk 24 years professional experience fishing the Crystal Coast.

Sandbar Safari Eco-Tours
Cape Carteret, NC  28584
(252) 725-4614
 
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Sandbar Safari offers you the opportunity to experience the rich ecosystems of the Crystal Coast first hand. Explore the marshes, islands, and sandbars, & catch your own seafood feast of clams, blue crabs and shrimp. Create a custom fit to your needs!

Email: captainrob@sandbarsafari.com

Beaufort | Down East/Harkers Island | Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point | Morehead City/Newport | Newport 
Morehead City/Newport
 
Overtime Tours
Evans Street
Morehead City Waterfront
Morehead City, NC  28557
(252) 259-5283
(252) 726-6627
 
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Custom tours depart from the downtown Morehead City waterfront Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-5.00 PM. Up to 9 passengers accommodated.

Pelican Charters
Slip # 9, Dockside Yacht Club
Morehead City, NC  28557
(252) 504-2447
 
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Seavisons Charters/Eco Tours
Morehead City (May-Oct.), NC  28557
(704) 907-5557
 
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Shepard's Point Tours
Portside Marina
209 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC  28557
(252) 726-7678
 
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Boat tours for groups of up to 18 people. Also ferry service to Shackleford Banks. All departures from Morehead City waterfront.

Beaufort | Down East/Harkers Island | Emerald Isle/Cape Carteret/Cedar Point | Morehead City/Newport | Newport 
Newport
 
Slightly Salty Charters & Tours
Newport, NC  28570
(252) 342-5513
 
Captain Matthew Rimmemr

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