Top North Carolina On the Water

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a 125,000 acre wildlife preserve managed by the United States Fish & Wildlife Service. This incredible wildlife corridor was also home to an old logging and whiskey distilling community during Prohibition. Who knew the OBX had black bear and endangered red wolves? Also see snowy egrets, great blue herons, and turtles.

Paddle 7 miles (11 km) with a private guide on the picturesque French Broad River. You’ll pass by Asheville’s massive Biltmore Estate and hear about its history. Learn stand-up paddleboarding tips and techniques from your SUP instructor and keep an eye out for native wildlife like turtles, herons, otters, and osprey. Enjoy the fresh air and exercise during a morning or afternoon.

Explore the historic French Broad River in Asheville on a stand-up paddleboard during this guided, 2.5-hour, small-group tour. Float through the city’s calm, downtown waterway and learn about the history of the region while participating in one of Asheville’s most popular activities. Paddleboarding experience is helpful but not necessary. All equipment — paddleboard, paddle, personal flotation device, leash, river booties and dry bag — are included.

As featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you the best vistas, photo spots, and waterfalls that make Asheville famous. This intimate, small-group tour makes it easy to get to know your experienced, expert guide and learn more about the region. -Learn about the area’s history, plants, and wildlife from your naturalist guide -Visit famous waterfalls and ones that most tourists miss -See the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s expansive mountain views

The captain works with the guest to design a custom outing based on his 30 years of cruising experience in the local area. With knowledge of the local sea conditions and coastal ecology. you build a custom experience. Typically, Guests experience: * Offshore sailing * Relaxing in secluded Anchorages * Intracoastal Excursions *Transits to Wilmington or Southport (return fee not included)

Cruise through the waters of Wrightsville Beach aboard a 42-foot (13-meter) yacht during this small-group coastal sailing adventure. Enjoy scenic views of the surrounding waterways and barrier islands, and catch a glimpse of marine life. Soft drinks, juice, bottled water, and light refreshments are provided on board the boat. Plus, choose from morning, afternoon, or sunset cruises to best suit your schedule.

For a relaxing outdoor adventure that's perfect for the whole family, you can soak up the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains with this New River tubing excursion. Rent a tube, head to the river, and glide in the gentle waters on your relaxed ride. You can bring drinks to pack in a cooler tube, carry goodies for a picnic, or just sit back and soak up the sunshine.

Experience wakesurfing or wakeboarding without the hassle of operating a boat you are unfamiliar with. Spend the time where it counts and relax as we take the stress off you and dial in the best settings for premium water sports activities on Lake Norman. If extreme water sports isn’t your style, take a casual cruise in this sleek boat with plenty of shade and beverages.

Relax as we cruise the CB Yacht Basin and Snow's Cut to search for sea turtles, dolphins, and other wildlife and get a different view of all the beautiful homes and boats that call CB Home on this small-group experience.

At West Fork Anglers we enjoy teaching and guiding fly fishermen/women of all ages and abilities. From well seasoned anglers to beginners, your guide for the day will help you learn the necessary skills to be a successful Angler. Our full day float trips feature pastoral views of the East Tennessee Countryside. We regularly encounter all kinds of wildlife including Deer, Osprey, Bald Eagles, and the occasional Black Bear. We serve a variety of lunches on our full day trip that feature some really great homemade items

We are the only kayak rental company right next to the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve. This paddling area is hands down one of the best family ecotours experiences to be had on the islands of the OBX. A beginner friendly environment explores a calm, glassy creek that meanders through the natural glory of one of North Carolina’s largest track of deciduous maritime forest habitat. We have a flotilla of sit in and sit on top kayaks for your paddling pleasure. We also have specialty fishing kayaks and sea kayaks for the Hard Core paddler.

Learn to surf on the Outer Banks in one of our daily surf lessons. Lesson includes ocean safety, surfboard anatomy 101, paddling technique, proper pop up and foot placement and help in the water to catch as many waves as you can. LOCATION: 6150 North Croatan HWY , Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 Certified & experienced instructors Kids 6 years old and up welcome 1.5 hour lesson Limit 1 instructor to 4 students Price Match Guarantee SHREDucatioin Offered at low tide for the best waves Available year round Includes, surfboard, wetsuits and instruction

The Stoke Dispensary is a full service water sports operator on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. From Corolla to Cape Hatteras, we have you covered for kayak tours, jets ski rentals, surf lessons, 5 Day Shredutopia Camps, kayak rentals, stand up paddleboard rentals, pontoon boat rentals, beach chairs and umbrellas, skim boards boogie boards, corn hole boards and SO MUCH MORE.Over the years we have continued to grow our services and offerings in a manner that has not compromised our commitment to safety and professionalism. We appreciate all of our loyal customers and the families that have trusted us for a safe, fun and educational time on the water.

The Kitty Hawk Stand Up Paddle Tour explores the calm bays and sheltered waters of Kitty Hawk, an ideal place to learn how to stand up paddleboard for the first time. This tour leaves standup paddleboarding from our shop in Kitty Hawk and explores the North Carolina Coastal Reserve, one of the few intact maritime forest environments on the Outer Banks. We will also paddle the salt marsh waterways between Martin’s Point and Southern Shores. The Kitty Hawk Stand Up Paddle Tour is just for you. LOCATION: 6150 North Croatan HWY , Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 1.5 Hour Experience Quality beginner & intermediate stand up paddleboards Ideal learning location Beginner and intermediate SUPs availableAvailable all spring, summer & fall Safe, fun & educational

Kayaking around the sheltered islands, bays and canals of the Currituck Sound on the Outer Banks is a real treat!!! This Corolla Kayak Tour is one of the few places where you can leave the hustle and bustle of the summer madness and really unwind with your family on Outer Banks. Location: Tim buck II Shopping Center, HWY 12 North, Corolla, NC 27927 2 Hour Experience Great sunset tour location! Safe, fun & educational Quality Sit In Kayaks Available all spring, summer & fall

The Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a must see on Hatteras Island. On this kayak tour, we frequently spot ospreys, pelicans, herons, egrets, ibis, terns, rails, skimmers, wrens, and warbles just to name a few. We will tour the salt marsh canals and flat waters of the Pamlico Sound. This tour location also packs a punch with its unreal sunsets!!!! LOCATION: HWY 12 South, Just South of Rodanthe, NC 27968 Great sunset tour area! Search for sea turtles, rays, river otter with a HUGE variety of waterfowl Great sunset tour location! Safe, fun & educational Quality Sit In Kayaks Available all spring, summer & fall 2 Hour Experience

The Kitty Hawk Woods Maritime Forest Kayak Tour is hands down one of the best family ecotours experiences to be had on the islands of the OBX. A beginner friendly environment explores a calm, glassy creek that meanders through the natural glory of one of North Carolina’s largest track of deciduous maritime forest habitat. Beginner Friendly Tour Search for osprey, egrets, herons. turtles and maybe river otter Safe, fun & educational Price Match Guarantee Quality Sit In Kayaks Available year round We are the only kayak outfitter on the Outer Banks certified by the American Canoe and Kayak Association with trained and certified guides.

Lead by a certified naturalist, the Lake James kayak tour is a half day tour spent on a serene lake beneath blue skies. Along the way your guide will point out the flora and fauna of the area along with some history.

This is a certified naturalist led kayak tour around Lake Lure, located in the North Carolina Mountains. A serene lake and blue sky...what could be better? Your guide will also point out local flora and fauna and talk to you about the history of the area. Feel free to jump in and swim!

Semi-Private guided tour with certified naturalist kayaking through the city of Asheville on the serene French Broad River. Includes peak-a-boo views of the Biltmore Mansion and Estate.

Enjoy the sensation of floating and feel the weight of daily life float away. Sink into the gentle sounds of water lapping against your board as you breathe with the ripples. Soak up the wild perspective of standing in the middle of a wide open waterway and allow rejuvenation in. It’s empowering, invigorating, centering…and fun! We’ll see you on the water!

Take a 2.0 hour sailing cruise on a Sparkman and Stephens Sailing Yacht. With your small-group, engage on this classic 42 ft yacht, that accommodates a 6 passenger maximum for an intimate cruise through the waters of Wrightsville Beach.  This tour is a spectacular way to see the waterways, barrier islands, and marine life surrounding Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina.  Please note, beginning November 8, 2018 our Sunset Cruise will depart at 3:00 pm.  Sunset Cruise guests should arrive at least 10 minutes early.