Our family enjoyed a wonderful sunset cruise with Captain Mike and Admiral Shannon. Mike and…read moreShannon are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the sailboat, ICW, and area itself. 10 out of 10 would recommend this adventure. We'll be back next year!

From the owner: Swansboro By Sail is a sailing experience located in downtown Swansboro. We offer a verity of…read moredifferent charters to fit your needs and budget.

Our last-minute date night with Lookout Cruises was absolutely incredible. The sunset was stunning…read moreand truly unforgettable, and the entire evening felt effortless from start to finish. Captain and crew--Mike and David--were professional, kind, and attentive. A special mention goes to the captain's mom, who has served as his assistant for the past 26 cruises--she is truly a treasure and adds such a warm, personal touch to the experience. All of the staff had genuinely jovial personalities, making the atmosphere even more enjoyable. One of the most thoughtful details was having crew members walk around and take photos of each couple throughout the evening, allowing everyone to simply be present while still capturing lasting memories. It was the perfect evening to take in the stunning coastal views, watch dolphins play, and see Fort Macon from the water. The boat was exceptionally clean, and safety was never a concern--it was clear we were in very capable hands. We were so impressed that we've already booked their 4th of July fireworks cruise and can't wait!

We did two trips last week. The sunset cruise and the Cape Lookout cruise. Both were excellent as…read morealways. I've been going on this catamaran for roughly 25 years. Each time the fun and food are unmatched.

If you've ever wanted to go on sailboat, this is an amazing experience! The Captain, Jim, was very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable about everywhere we went and sailing in general. On the sunset cruise, it can get a little hot sometimes, but once you make it to the ocean breeze, it is perfect. I was able to sit up at the bow and I definitely recommend it. You are able to see straight where you're going and have the best view. If you are near Wilmington at all and want to go out on a boat on the water, I would definitely recommend this. We went out for 2 hours and made it back right as the sun was setting.

Had a fantastic time with Captain Jim for our sunset sail! It was absolutely beautiful and Captain…read moreJim shared a ton of knowledge about the area and its history! The views were spectacular and it was such a great experience with the other couples in our group! If I am in NC again, I would definitely do another sunset sail! Great views and great company!

I have to admit that I was 1,000% completely wrong about the folks that trusty sale and paddle. I…read moreshould have taken more time and actually spoken with them to work with them about correcting issues before blasting out. After meeting and speaking with them this morning and working with them to resolve the issues, I will say that I was way out of line. They are both incredibly easy to work with and had to buy it just taken the time to speak and work with them in the first place everything would have been great. I adjust my review to five stars and hope that they will accept my apology and know that I am truly sorry. These folks are really truly great to work with and I highly recommend. And on the side note never respond to issues out of frustration and anger so you don't make yourself look like an ass like I have..

From the owner: We are a locally family owned and operated business specializing in the sale and rental of sailing…read moredinghies and kayaks. Our waterfront rentals location features a fleet of pedal-powered kayaks, allowing you to quickly and effectively navigate a much larger expanse of water on your own or with a guide! We have daily tours, group events, an entire schedule of programs each month, instruction, even Sundaes on Sundays! You will launch from the Morehead City transient docks with immediate access to the beaches of Sugarloaf island, the restaurants on the waterfront, and a beautiful Harbor Channel dotted with moored sailboats along your route.

I took the Crystal Coast Lady Cruise in Beaufort. The boat is a great size and has seating on the…read moretop level and bottom level. Food was available to purchase but we were told we could bring our own food too. I liked that we could spread out and move around. I sat on the top deck to get a great view of the sights. I liked that each side got the same views as we turned around and came back the same way. I thought it was a great way to see the Rachel Carson Reserve and the waterway. I didn't see any wild horses but did see dolphins and birds. I enjoyed the ride with this company and would use them again to cruise again.

We booked the Crystal Coast Lady Cruises dinner cruise on July 2, 2026, from 7-9 p.m. for our…read morefamily and extended family, which included one toddler, four children, two teens, and six adults. My husband and I paid close to $800 for our group. Because we had several small children with us, I specifically chose tables close to the buffet, knowing that the adults would need to help make plates for the kids. Anyone who has done a buffet with little ones understands that it often takes multiple trips to get everyone settled and fed. I went through the line to get my food and food for my niece, then realized my sister was holding the toddler and also needed a plate, along with my other four-year-old niece. My husband was helping our other children at the time, and my family was still in the buffet line. I stepped beside my elderly parents, who were getting their food, and said, "Sorry, I forgot two more plates." At that point, the man serving yelled, "Ma'am, STOP!" His tone and behavior were completely unnecessary and embarrassing. I was not cutting in front of another party or trying to get extra food unfairly. I was simply helping feed the children in our group -- a group we had paid a significant amount of money for. The way I was treated was rude, humiliating, and completely unacceptable. It felt as though I was being scolded for trying to get food that we had already paid for. For a family dinner cruise, there should be some understanding that adults may need to assist young children at the buffet. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not recommend this dinner cruise for families with small children. If your children will need help getting food from the buffet, this is not a family-friendly experience. We left feeling disappointed and disrespected.

Our family had a great time on our Lady Swan Boat Tour! We enjoyed the tranquil ride and…read moreinformative tour. We also enjoyed getting out on a nearby sandbar to look for shells. We spotted a lot of dolphins, too! Great family outing!

Such an enjoyable experience! The owners are the kindest people, and they are very accommodating…read more Not to mention they have a great playlist they play during the cruise! It was an added bonus that we saw SO MANY dolphins. Highly recommend, best of Swansboro!

Fun for all! This is 100% geared towards kids, but Captain Spike definitely throws in some adult…read morehumor too. The trip is perfect amount of time for the kids to not get bored. Mrs Fettuccini was great and remembered every kids name. The treasure was icing on the cake - my kids loved it. Absolutely a must do when in the area.

This tour was amazing. Took the evening Ghost Float tour. It was fun exciting ghostly and had…read moregreat story's the staff was great. Definitely worth the visit.

I cannot recommend Captain Oliver enough! We had the most fun, joyful experience with him. He…read moreunderstood our needs (I.e. that I do poorly with ocean motion) and adapted without complaint. My ten year old said our day with him was the best day of her life. Please, if you're considering chattering a boat to visit a few islands and skip the rigid cookie-cutter experience offered by others - CALL CAPTAIN OLIVER!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND CAPT. OLIVER!! Went on a 2 hour dolphin charter with captain Oliver and It was…read moreAMAZING!! He is the nicest guy and knew everything about the area and animals. Him being so knowledgeable of the area was huge since we did this to see more of the east coast (we are from the west coast). We saw wild horses, beautiful houses and SO many dolphins. My daughters favorite part was when she got to "drive" the boat. He was the best captain we could have asked for. This tour exceeded our expectations!!

Wow! My family of 5- ages 14-57, had a great time with Susanne and Les of Palm Coast Tours. Their…read more41ft. sailboat was so fun, relaxing and rejuvenating! Our 3 teenagers enjoyed it and even got to steer for a while. The 2 hour tour of the Neuse River was just right!

What a fantastic way to spend an evening! Les and Susanne are some of the nicest people you'll ever…read moremeet, and they know their stuff! Not only did they manage the boat well, they offered so much interesting information about the area and the sights. Our 13-year old was even allowed to take the helm for a short while, and she hasn't stopped talking about it yet! Couldn't have asked for a better experience! They are the perfect example of living your passion and sharing it with others!

Thank you for taking us early. We were your first customers of 2022 and what an honor it was. I had…read morenever been on a jet ski before so this was the experience of a life time for me! Thank you so much for taking us early!!!!!

The team and equipment at Makin Waves is superior. They provided great recommendations and…read moresuggestions that helped our group have an excellent experience. We had one rider with very limited experience and they helped her so much and she felt so comfortable and safe. Don lead our Dolphin Watch tour. We saw several dolphins during our hour ride and even a large pod with several young calves. We fully recommend Makin Waves.