We were looking for a kayak rental location where we could get into the water onsite, and Kitty…read moreHawk Kites delivered! The process of renting and paddling out was really easy, and the customer service was great. There is some mismatched information online around hours and location, so I would call ahead to make sure this place has what you're looking for, but I highly recommend if you are visiting and looking for an easy kayak rental experience.

My travel companion and I were looking for a lowkey kayaking activity for an hour or two on a sunny…read moremorning. We did not want to take a tour so after calling around we were directed to the Kitty Hawk Nags Head - Whalebone destination as it was where you could directly launch kayaks into the water. The people were incredibly friendly and very helpful. They got us set up quickly with two single kayaks and gave us directions. We headed into the sound, which was a bit wavy but not bad, and then into the salt marshes, which were incredibly cool and very calm. It was a wonderful way to spend an hour! $30 for an individual kayak felt very reasonable and we appreciated that we didn't have to transport the boats.

Ellie was a guide we had a lot of fun it was a beautiful day to kayak it was a really good exper I…read morerecommend it to anyone

amazing experience our instructor was absolutely amazing. gave us recommendations on cool spots :)read more

What an amazing shop!!! Very creative and well-put. Have the most sweetest employees i've ever met…read more As someone who works in customer service , they have it down!!!! Items are very affordable and still stylish/creative at the same time. Oops almost forget, the Clothing sections almost made me for bankrupt haha , such amazing merch. I was in awe the whole time. Highly recommend.

Bottom Line: Cheesy beach souvenirs…read more Much like Wings and Sunsations, this is where you come when you need some cheap toys for the beach, a OBX sweatshirt or some junky souvenirs. I think this type of store certainly has its place as I enjoy dropping in for postcards and random things I "need" for a week at the beach. On my most recent trip I grabbed some $4 rafts for pool and $8 sunglasses. The staff was friendly and had personality which is more customer service than I usually get at stores like this.

At the last minute last week we decided to go parasailing. The experience from start to finish was…read moreamazing! Customer Service is top tier! Sean and Adam knew their stuff and made our first experience parasailing smooth and easy. Hands down the best part of our vacation! 10/10 recommend this place. Side note: we got there 30 minutes early so we got to see how the staff was with other activities, such as jet skiing and rafting, while we waited and they are so kind and patient with the guests. We will be back!

First time parasailing and it was absolutely amazing…read more Charlotte, Sean, and Rodney made sure we were comfortable, safe and took a large interest in our experience making sure it was great from start to finish. We will def make this an annual tradition.

Our guide, Courtney, was knowledgeable and very personable! She was patient with 'newbies' (like…read moreme) to kayaking. She gave great explanations of the Maritime forest and waterways and engaged everyone in the group with questions and conversation. Beautiful area to kayak. (Bonus points to Courtney for recommending to the ladies from Indianapolis, The Orange Blossom Bakery and their Apple Uglies!)

We signed up for the kayaking at Alligator River at Buffalo City. Tour girl Rebecca was…read moreknowledgeable about the places, and trying her best to identify the gators. We saw 4 of them during the trip, guess it was too hot for them to come out of water (Aug, 80-90F sunny days). The later half of the trip would require some kayak skills to turn, zigzag, etc...wish we, the beginners, would have more time to practice...Rebecca is great to work with, she tried best to accommodate everyone's needs, just a large group to handle with different kayak skill level (8-9 kayaks, 13-15 ppl). Make sure to bring waters sun screen and bug sprays. Telescope can be helpful on the river to identify the gator( they are camouflage masters on water), lots of time you can see the head, nose and eyes.

If you are reading this review, then I ASS-U-ME you are considering going Kayaking when you visit…read morethe Outer Banks. A warning to all those of you who have never Kayaked. DON'T go anywhere else. Ben Cobb is a young family man who is an EMT Fireman with all the precautions for any mishap and is an INCREDIBLE GUIDE. My girlfriend and I (we are over 60 and retired) have never Kayaked and Kathie is not a strong swimmer so she had her reservations when Ben was taking us on the Alligator River Tour. She had friends who fell in and had bad experiences when they went Kayaking; please don't let me get started on them haha. YOU WILL NOT FALL IN!! Unless you don't listen to simple instructions. "Put your foot in the middle of the boat and sit down". NO ONE FELL IN and there were 6 yr olds paddling themselves (i don't advise this} Ben had to Kayak 3 miles while towing another Kayak. He did it with pleasure. I do strongly recommend watching a few YOUTUBE videos to get acquainted with how to steer it; how to get in and out, but if you have ever been in a Canoe or Row Boat, it's not rocket science. Anyone can do it if they have a couple of ounces of coordination. You won't see any Alligators, unless you are lucky like we were. YEP. An 8 ft alligator; looked like a mom guarding her babies, on the banks barely visible. How scary right? Not at all because Ben explained in the begginging what to do. NOTHING. They don't bother you; UNLESS you don't follow simple instructions like the young girl didn't do and started paddling toward the alligator. Alligator came into the water a few feet and she got the warning. That's it. Too bad we didn't see the Black Bears that sometime hang out in the trees. I don't write reviews for my health. I love reading good reviews that paint a picture so that is what I am trying to do. If you are thinking about Kayaking then call Ben. I'm sure that there are other competent guides, but why take the chance. There is absolutely nothing he could have done to make it more exciting and enjoyable, from the protein bars, water and Gatorade to the frequent stops for an education. THANKS BEN!!!! Kathie wants to buy a tandem Kayak now. She LOVED IT!!

We did the Alligator River Wildlife Refuge kayaking tour and it was great. We were able to see…read morebears on the way in and at the parking lot on the way out. We had a large group so the gators we pretty quiet during the actual kayaking, but what a great experience on the river! It was beautiful being in a natural environment. It was s remote location, there was no one else on the river. Ben had a wealth of knowledge about the flora and fauna. He was extremely accommodating and so nice. I would encourage anyone to take advantage of his services.

Captain Ray showed us a great time fishing. We have come to the Outer Banks numerous times…read more, but never tried fishing. He took us offshore for some tuna and we caught plenty, plus a few dolphin as well. We now have a new "most do" while on vacation in Nags Head.

From the owner: Inshore & offshore fishing charters, day trips, sunset cruise, or do a custom boat trip just for…read moreyou.

I was looking for a guide that could put me on some big Drum and give me an Ocean Launch Kayak…read moreFishing experience that I wouldn't forget and Rob at OBKF&E delivered like nobody else can. He took the time to make sure we had a safety plan, he shared the fishing plan ahead of time, made sure I had the proper rigs and bait before we launched and we had a blast the whole time. End result was me with like so many others was a Citation Red Drum and an experience I will never forget and puts a smile my face remembering it today. Rob is really focused on making sure his clients are successful and you can tell he is genuinely happy when his clients are having a good experience. Highly recommend him for any ocean or sound, day or night, kayak fishing or excursion you have in mind.

From the owner: Specializing in small group kayak fishing and kayak tours on the Outer Banks of North Carolina…read more Soundside Adventures, Ocean Adventures, Family Adventures Nighttime Fishing, Flounder Gigging, Sunset Tours, Full Moon Tours and Underwater Lighted Night Tours. I have an adventure from beginner to extreme and everything in-between. I offer group discounts and one of the most competitive price points for kayak fishing and tours on the Outer Banks. I use only the latest and best equipment. Visit my website for more info.

Reese was the best captain we've ever experienced! Many trips, all up and down the East Coast,…read morehands down the best!

Reece is a great boat captain! I have been chartering for years in the Outer Banks and this trip…read morewas by far the best! I would highly recommend booking a charter with him! Reece is very personable and knows where to go to catch the big game fish or whatever fish you are interested in catching! We caught several large Amber Jack. He then took us to an area to chum for shark. Within 10 minutes we had several Hammerheads going into a frenzy fighting over our live bait until one finally devoured the bait. My daughter had a great time reeling it in! A great family experience at a great price! If you are looking for a fun and affordable day out on the Ocean with a great captain, you can't go wrong with Reece! Book early! He is highly sought after for his experience and fulfilling his customers requests! Enjoy!!!