It's a bait and tackle shop, and it's pretty great!…read more Shrimp? $5. Nice sized bag. Lasted me an entire night of surf fishing and losing my shrimp to a bunch of bastard crabs too afraid to be dragged from the surf. They knew I'd Old Bay their asses because I hail from Baltimore. They just took the shrimp and ran for the hills...err, sand? Wherever crabs go. The staff didn't mind that I rudely showed up 5 minutes before they closed, and were super fast about ringing me up and getting me out the door so they could close this cool little shop up for the night. Tons of poles, reels, rigs, hooks, etc. Tons of bait choices, including live bait (like worms and minnows).

THEY SELL DEFECTIVE POLES! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY AT THIS SHOP! I went back to this shop one hour…read moreafter purchasing a $70 fishing pole combo because the anti-reel was not working. They WOULD NOT exchange the clearly defective fishing pole! Instead the worker who sold me the pole 1 hour prior accused me of getting sand in the reel! After going to this bait shop for the past 3 years, I will take my business elsewhere and anyone who wants to have reliable fishing equipment for vacation should to!

Fishin Fannatic, out of Wanchese NC., the "Power's" off-shore charter on 08/27/2025, . Fishing is…read moresupposed to be a relaxing, enjoyable, stress-free sport. Not the case here. In a brief summary, when you read "Google" reviews and you see a "1 star" rating, you take it as someone did not have a good time or like some product or service, or a competitor slamming the competition. However, when you see six "Google 1 star" ratings within the last year (2025) including this one, you must ask yourself is something truly going on here? I have experienced many off-shore trips in my life time going out of Oregon Inlet, and had the pleasure of meeting many wonderful Captains and First Mates, but this was the first time going out of Wanchese, and it was not the case with this crew. Yes, the Captain did put us on some Mahi-Mahi, but at what cost. The entire trip you were talked down to or yelled at by an arrogant, egotistical First Mate (believe his name was Tom, but in the videos, he wears a wrap-around back brace and has a hard time holding his own balance), with the Captain hearing how he speaks to the charter members, without correcting him or taking control of the situation. I wanted to post more details on our group's charter; however, YELP restricts the number of characters (thus summarized). If you would like to read the other five "Google 1 star" reviews referenced above, with similar experiences on Fishin Fannatic they are: "Ray Scroggins (1 year ago)"; "Jake Johnson (2 months ago)"; "Shelly Kight (1 month ago)"; "Ben A (2 months ago)" and "Scott Knouse (8 months ago)". All in all, if you are looking for a relaxing, enjoyable, stress-free trip, you should look elsewhere!!!!! Hopefully, Captain Mark will turn things around on Fishin Fannatic by starting with a NEW First Mate and making sure those that contribute to his livelihood (the charter guest) are treated with respect! This charter was supposed to be an enjoyable relaxing stress-free trip (as advertised), but not the case.

I am an Angler. I am a hunter, researcher, conservationist, and gamer of most aquatic species. I…read moream the man nicknamed "Jeremy Wade Jr." by his fishing buddy's. I have traveled the world for great catches and have been on several great charters. When I spend my hard earned dollars on a fishing charter, I expect a captain with like mind, dedication, experience, and tenacity. I want a Captain who pursues relentlessly, because that's just who they are. I want a Captain who wants to catch the fish, even more than I do... Captain Mark Fann is a true boat captain. This man hunts with a tenacity that you don't experience often from charter captains. His resume speaks for itself, but the respect that he was given by the other boat captains on the dock, was an amazing thing to see. It was as if he was the General amongst the fleet of tuna boats. There were several options available for charters, but I knew that we made a great choice with FishinFannatics. Mark is a serious hunter. He doesn't stop, not even for lunch. He doesn't play games, he wants his boat in order and everything functioning properly. He is a winner and refuses to let excuses come between him and a good catch. He is a great Captain and a great man. It was an honor to be in his presence, learning from a true master of the sport. I reserve a special title for the elite Captain's that I have encountered in my life. It's a very small group of exceptional anglers who have earned it. The title is, "O'Captain, My Captain". Captain Mark Fann is the now the newest member of this elite club. Thanks again Captain Mark for the amazing memories! We will see you again soon! DJ AtomicDrummer.com

Nice way to spend an afternoon…read more After beach, sand, sun, beach, sand, sun, it was a nice break to do something different. Our neighbors at the house we rented suggested dolphin watching and recommended Capt. Stuart Wescott and his tour. Wasn't too happy that I had to travel down to Manteo (car travel in the Outer Banks can be murder - worst than the GW bridge in rush hour). Luckily, it wasn't as bad as I had feared. The quaint little town of Manteo was an added bonus. Nice seaport-esque village with nice quaint little stores. As for the cruise itself, you actually sail with Capt Wescott. He was very nice and knowledgeable. Told silly jokes to keep the voyage light hearted. Sold drinks at a very reasonable price. The bathroom was also very convenient and clean. Strangely, this seems to be a selling point compared to their competitors. Saw many dolphins. Very docile and peaceful. Don't expect any flips or spins or twists. This isn't a SeaWorld show. The captain was very patient. Kept us out there a while until everyone had their fill of watching dolphins swim. After the initial excitement of finding and seeing the dolphins, there's only so much more you can watch, at least for me. On the downside, it is a touch expensive for a ferry ride but comparable to everyone else. Overall, a nice alternative If you need a break from the beach to let the sunburn recover.

My family and I have enjoyed this particular company for several years now. We always see dolphins…read more The Captain is very knowledgable and entertaining. The boat is spacious, clean and shaded. I highly recommend Outer Banks Cruises A.K.A. Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tour.

Amazing! Great communication. If you're looking for a tent on the beach hassle free this is it! We…read morespent so much more time on the beach because we had this setup. Thank you!

I can't express how professional, honest, caring, and exceptional Cabana Boys beach service was…read more The owner Don was so accommodating, so kind, and followed up continuously to make sure everything was being set up according to plan. Dakota was professional, efficient, timely, and reliable. We had zero issues with their service during our stay and we cannot wait to use them next year when we return. There are so many companies to choose from in OBX but this one here is the real gem. Thank you so much Don and Dakota, you really made our vacation special!

Absolutely the highlight of our Outer Banks trip!…read more Our sunset sail in Manteo was absolutely amazing from beginning to end! The boat was beautiful, and our captain and first mate were wonderful--friendly, welcoming, and made the entire experience feel so special. They went above and beyond to personalize our sail with a beautiful charcuterie board, our favorite drinks, and music. And the homemade strawberry lavender jam on the charcuterie board was incredible--I actually tried to buy some to take home, but unfortunately it wasn't for sale! As if the gorgeous sail wasn't enough, we had dolphins swimming right beside the boat for a good portion of our trip. It was such an incredible experience to watch them so close while sailing. We ended the evening with a beautiful sunset, lots of laughs, and memories we'll never forget. This was hands-down one of our favorite experiences and truly the highlight of our trip to the Outer Banks. If you're considering a sunset sail in Manteo, book it! We would absolutely do it again.

One of the best nights of our vacation was our sunset sail with Jill and Ryan!…read moreThe sailboat is gorgeous and the sail itself was both fun and relaxing- they were such great hosts. And the charcuterie was delicious. Thank you so much!!

Just a all around great time and charter experience!! Captain ben will always make sure that he…read moregets you on the fish. He will go above and beyond and give his clients extra time if they found the fish later into their charter. Very family friendly!!

An amazing evening boat ride. We saw dolphins within 20 minutes and followed a small pod for the…read morenext 1.5 hours and saw many more. The first mate, naturalist, was very knowledgeable and provided great information! We brought our 2.5 year old and she loved it too! A wonderful part of our vacation and recommend this to anyone looking to get out on the water. We would will go again next time we visit!

Great tour and great time today during our tour! Got to see tons of dolphins and was a great…read moreexperience. We did get soaked on the way back but we knew that was bound to happen so it was no big deal. Highly recommend Safari Dolphin Tours! (Fyi my pics are not the best!)

Convenient pier located off the Hilton parking lot. I parked in a lot across the street and walked…read morehere for morning beach yoga. The pier provided an easy way to access the beach. In the morning the pier and adjacent beach were empty. The quiet and peaceful atmosphere was perfect for yoga. Thankfully the pier has several showers with ample space to rinse off sand.

Bottom Line: It might be decent for fishing but sightseers be aware of wide gaps between boards…read more Owned and operated by the Hilton Garden Inn the rickety Kitty Hawk Fishing Pier has some hazards but offers awesome views of the Atlantic. I highly recommend shoes, the sturdier the better, and keep a close eye on your footing. The pier sways a bit in the wind which one may find soothing or terrifying, depending on your perspective. The indoor reception shall is shockingly beautiful especially if decked out for a wedding. Sightseers are charged $1 to walk out. Fisherman pay more of course and its a two rod limit. The pier shares a parking lot with the Hilton Garden Inn.