Carolina Beach, NC
For all ages! • Chasing the wildlife of your choosing!
We can do dolphin and shark sighting, bird watching, mud flat tours where we get dirty chasing crabs, snails and other creatures on a discovery day. We will try and put you on the most interesting day of discovery from shelling on an ocean beach to digging on a mud flat for fun. Let us know your wants ...
Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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For all ages! • Watch the sun drop below the horizon!
Sunset cruises are a relaxing trip up and down the Cape Fear River. The ever changing beauty of our region is truly reflected on our inshore waters where the sun sets which are brilliant. More Info Dog friendly! Bring your four legged kids too!
Carolina Beach
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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Carolina Beach
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Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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For all ages! • Our most popular family outing!
Children and Kids of all ages love this Adventure! Let’s go collect prehistoric Shark’s Teeth from Shark Tooth Island located near Carolina Beach in the Cape Fear River! There are also many other fossils and prehistoric pieces to discover too….. most of the teeth are small but the occasional large ...
Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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For all ages! • A fun family adventure that produces some real “dirty” fun!
We gather our clams with clam rakes or “Groubble” the clams with our bare hands or toes on the nearby sandy Clam Flats, and if we get a little muddy, we just wash off in the warm Atlantic waters! Fun for all ages and just a great time on the waters and playing in the sand…. The whole family gets ...
Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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For all ages! • Let's go look for some sea shells!
We go shelling at beaches that are only accessible by boat. Nothing is better than walking on the beach and find some shells to take home. More Info Dog friendly! Bring your four legged kids too!
Carolina Beach
3 - 6 Hour Options
Wildlife
Capt. Charlie’s Adventures
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Drinks & Dancing!
Join us for our most festive event of the year! Duration 2 Hours About One of the most beautiful times along of the year along the Carolina Beach Yacht Basin. Take in the beautiful lights on the homes, docks, and boats of Carolina Beach. We will cruise along the basin and anchor to watch the procession ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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Age 21+ ONLY!
Duration 2 Hours **About ** 21+ Halloween Costume Party Cruise Saturday, October 31, 2026 The kids have had their fun. Now it's time for the adults. Join us aboard the Island Explorer for Carolina Beach's ultimate Halloween party on the water. Put on your best costume, gather your friends, ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card non-alcohol bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Christ Cruise A Time of Worship, Fellowship, and Taking in the Beauty of God's Creation Join us aboard the Island Explorer for a special afternoon of faith, fellowship, worship, and encouragement on the waters surrounding Carolina Beach and the Cape ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Island Vibes Cruise Friday, September 4, 2026 Leave your worries at the dock and join us for an evening of tropical music, island drinks, beautiful sunsets, and laid-back coastal fun aboard the Island Explorer. Our Island Vibes Cruise celebrates the music ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Disco Fever Sunset Cruise Friday, September 11, 2026 Dust off your bell bottoms, break out the sequins, and get ready to boogie aboard the Island Explorer! Join us for a groovy evening on the water as we transform the Island Explorer into a floating disco ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Cruise with us along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Cape Fear River. In the first half of our cruise enjoy easy music while learning about the history and point of interest along our route. In the second half of the cruise enjoy more upbeat music ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Totally 80's Sunset Cruise Friday, September 18, 2026 Grab your neon, tease your hair, and get ready to party like it's 1985 aboard the Island Explorer! Join us for an unforgettable evening of 80s music, dancing, sunset views, and retro fun on ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 1.5 Hours • Interactive Cruise
Always family friendly! Duration 1.5 Hours About Arrr matey! Join us on an adventure to retrieve our stolen bounty. This adventure is geared towards children ages 2-12. Learn about real pirates from the past that terrorized the waters around Cape Fear. Next we talk about our nuisance of a local pirate. ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About 90's Hip Hop Sunset Cruise Friday, September 25, 2026 Throw it back to the golden era of hip hop aboard the Island Explorer! Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the beats, rhymes, and good vibes of the 1990s. We'll be cruising the ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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Age 21+ ONLY!
Duration 1.5 Hours About Cruise with us along the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and Cape Fear River. Enjoy cruising in the night air while listening to dance music from the oldies right up to today! More Info Full cash/card bar onboard. Age 21+ ONLY!
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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All Ages • 2 Hours • Cash/Card bar onboard!
Always family friendly! Duration 2 Hours About Family Halloween Costume Cruise Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun, costumes, candy, and Halloween excitement aboard the Island Explorer! Before the cruise begins, families are invited to enjoy our annual Transom-or-Treat ...
Carolina Beach
Island Cruises Inc.
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Join us on the water! • Mini Boats • 2 Hours
This guided coastal eco-adventure takes you through Masonboro Island Reserve and surrounding waterways on compact, high-performance mini boats. Under the supervision of a trained guide, guests pilot their own vessels along scenic coastal routes and wildlife areas, experiencing close-up views of the Intracoastal ...
Carolina Beach
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental
MACH1 Coastal Adventures
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Hit the waters and experience fishing like never before with an expert guide!
Head offshore and drop your line into some of the most productive bottom fishing waters around. This private charter is designed for anglers who want a hands-on, action-packed fishing experience targeting some of the Atlantic's most sought-after species.
Carolina Beach
8, 10, or 12 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Relax aboard our 38' Tail Chaser as we cruise the scenic coastal waters.
Escape the crowds and enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard Tail Chaser. Explore the scenic waters surrounding Carolina Beach and the Cape Fear River while watching for dolphins, coastal wildlife, and breathtaking water views. Perfect for families, couples, sunset outings, birthdays, anniversaries, or simply ...
Carolina Beach
2 or 3 Hours
Private Tours
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Half-Day Trolling Trip—Chase Spanish Mackerel Nearshore on a Private 38' Luhrs
Join Captain Phillips for an awesome day on the water chasing after Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and more on this trip. Everyone is welcome to climb aboard.
Carolina Beach
4 or 5 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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3/4-Day Offshore Adventure—Target Amberjack, Cobia & Kings on a Private 38' Charter
Join Captain Phillips for an awesome day on the water chasing after Kings Cobia, Amberjack, and more on this trip. Everyone is welcome to climb aboard.
Carolina Beach
6 or 8 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Full-Day Offshore Sportfishing—Troll for Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack & More, Max 6 Guests
Join Captain Phillips for an awesome day on the water chasing after King and Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack, and more on this trip. Everyone is welcome to climb aboard.
Carolina Beach
10 or 12 Hours
Fishing
Tail Chaser Carolina Beach Fishing Charter
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Great for all ages! • 2.5 Hours
Food Tour around Carolina Beach stopping at 5 spots Duration 2.5 Hours About Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher - also known as Pleasure Island - is rich and varied in history. From its historic significance in the Civil War to the tourist destination it is today, the island has weathered destructive ...
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