Captain Tony took me, my son and Grandson on a personal tour I will never forget. It was a personal…read moreexperience to close an important chapter in my life. I am from Maryland visiting my son. If you wsnt a scenic personal tour, Captain Tony is the man with his company to call.

My family has booked a tour each summer for the last three years and each time is fun, easy, and…read moregeared to our interests. We love to go shelling and both Captain Jess and Captain Tony work hard so we have a great experience. The communication about the tour, what to expect, what to pack, where to meet, etc. is all clearly communicated ahead of time. The day before the tour the Captain calls to touch base and work out the final details. All you have to do is show up and enjoy the experience.

Great experience. Captain Mark held a wonderful ceremony for my mother. He was thoughtful and…read morerespectful. We greatly appreciated his efforts and would highly recommend H2O.

I've had the pleasure to book an excursion with Captain Mark yesterday. I was pleasantly surprised…read morehe met us in the free parking lot! I felt totally safe and prepared for the trip ahead, being given a thorough safety briefing. He was able to answer my multiple questions during the entire trip, concerning the history of the horses and people who lived on this beautiful barrier island. His expertise in maneuvering the boat around the wakes let to an extremely comfortable ride. We had a fun and will definitely be back next year.

Excellent boat trip. Very relaxed trip with insightful information about multiple towns in the…read morearea. Saw dolphins and a wild horse.

A Sunset Adventure to Remember with Captain Trent & Chillin' Charters NC!…read more When my friend and I stumbled across the option to book a sunset cruise on a random Tuesday evening with Chillin' Charters NC, we thought--there's no way this is real. But guess what? It was 100% real and 110% AMAZING! From the moment we arrived at the dock in beautiful Beaufort, Captain Trent greeted us with the warmest welcome and the chillest vibes. Even though it was just the two of us, he treated us like absolute queens! We stepped onto the tiki-themed pontoon party boat, ready for an unforgettable evening--and that's exactly what we got. As we cruised along the serene waters of the Intracoastal Waterway, the sky lit up in a masterpiece of sunset hues, painting the perfect backdrop for our personal dance party. With our favorite playlist flowing through the boat's sound system and nothing but open water and good vibes around us, we danced like no one was watching--and it felt like pure magic. But it didn't stop there! We spotted multiple dolphin pods playfully frolicking in the waves and even caught breathtaking views of the wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs roaming free on the barrier island dunes. It was the kind of natural beauty that makes you pause, breathe deep, and feel completely alive. And just when we thought the night couldn't get any better, Captain Trent--with his signature easygoing, no-rush attitude--offered to dock in Morehead City so we could grab a bite to eat. YES, PLEASE! We landed at Southern Salt Seafood Co. and Waterfront Restaurant, where we devoured some of the freshest, most delicious local seafood we've ever tasted. From bow to stern, this was hands-down one of the best boating experiences I've ever had. Captain Trent, you are the real MVP of the water! If you ever need a crew, sign us up! Highly, highly recommend Chillin' Charters NC for the most relaxed, scenic, and unforgettable coastal cruise. Thank you, Captain Trent, for being truly AWESOME!

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!!

Nice relaxing tour of the bay. Didn't get to see any Carrot Island wild horses though, so I was a…read morelittle disappointed. Easy to make reservations, but its not guaranteed to go unless they have enough people. The boat is huge and accommodates a lot of people. Bathrooms were clean, snacks available, plenty of historic information. It's good for tourists, a nice relaxing ride.

Maybe we were lucky! We saw the wild horses plus a 6 month old foal with its mother and a junior…read morehorse about 2 years old. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and lead us to the wild horses. Well worth the trip! Jeannie, our guide was very helpful and the ferry captain shared a bit of the history of the port as we ferried out to Shackleford Bank.

Highly Recommend Hook Line and Sandbar Charters. Captain Todd took our family out on the boat for…read morefew hours and it was amazing. The lighthouse at Cape Lookout is beautiful. The water was sparkling clear and blue that day. We rode down the ICW, cruised the local water fronts around Beaufort and Morehead City. We had a great day!

From the owner: Hook, Line and Sandbar Charters is a lifelong dream for USCG Captain Todd Burns. He's been fishing…read morethe SOBX waters for over 25 years with friends and family. He's in his element anytime he's heading offshore. He made the decision to move to the area and never looked back. He caters to the hard core angler wanting to fish offshore without breaking the bank! He enjoys taking families inshore fishing, creating memories to last a lifetime, as their child catches their first fish. Hook, Line and Sandbar Charters also offers scenic, family friendly ECO tours. There's nothing like watching your child search for a dolphin pod swimming in the beautiful waters off the NC Crystal Coast. Your child can be a lookout for wild horses roaming an island or shelling on Shackleford Banks. A Sunset Cruise is a relaxing way to end the day. Cruise to Cape Lookout National Seashore to see the lighthouse up close. Book a tour to cruise the ICW, Bogue Sound or the local waterfronts in Beaufort, Morehead City or Swansboro NC.

Captain Chris is very knowledgeable of the area and wildlife, knows the best fishing spots and is…read moreextremely professional. Whether you're looking to fish, visit the local islands for wildlife, shelling, or bird watching, or just explore, you are guaranteed to have a great time.

From the owner: Captain Chris is a native to the area and has been a full time fishing guide for 20 years, he loves…read moreto show off the beauty of the area and teach his clients about the area wildlife/marine life. There’s no substitute for experience and passion and he has plenty of both, when it comes to waters of the Crystal coast.

Captain Rob took my family of 5 with three boys, 8,6,and 3 out for what turned into the best half…read moreday of our Emerald Isle vacation. He catered to the needs and dreams of young boys at ever turn, and it was evident he knows the water and channels of the area like the back of his hand. We saw dolphin, hunted shark teeth on a sandbar island, did a little fishing, dropped crb traps, and he taught he kids about all the animal life we encountered including a massive manta ray, and hundreds of fiddler crabs we scooped up for bait. Thanks for filling our day with adventure and delight!!

Awesome fishing trip with Captain Rob. Caught several red and black drum. He knows fish and he…read moreknows the area. Laid back, fun and extremely knowledgeable! You can't go wrong by booking this charter. The best around so look no further!!!

We really enjoyed our experience! Top notch service and Krista did a great job training us for the…read moreday! Loved it! Highly Recommend!

Randal and Crysta were amazing! So nice and helpful. I would recommend this outfit anytime!! In…read morefact, I want to work with them!! Lol Doreen B.

The actual address is 1037 Salter Path Rd…read more A small 15 car parking lot with changing area and outdoor showers. Rather secluded and completely empty when I went there at around 6pm mid August Friday evening. I believe there are 2 areas for a small picnic and grill as well. Make your way up the wooden walkway and in a minute you get to the ocean, beach wide open for you after taking the steps down. There are shells everywhere washed up on shore and tiny little crabs burying into the sand. Only been there once but the waves were rather large that day, not good for kids. Could be different on other days, but were far stronger than at the Pier on emerald Isle.

This beach access is a wonderful spot. There are several picnic tables available, so, even if you…read moreare not going to the beach, it is a nice place to stop by. There is a grove of Live Oak here that are gorgeous. Again - even if you are not going to the beach it is worth it to stop and see the trees. There is plenty of parking here and the services are kept up. The place is kept neat and clean. There are bathrooms here as well. I enjoy the outdoor showers as we can get showered off and clean off our equipment after coming in from the ocean before getting back into the car. The walk to the ocean is a dream across a well built and properly maintained wooden walkway. It cuts directly through myrtle and yaupon stands so you can see inside that incredibly interesting biome. It is a unique and wonderful experience for birdwatchers and artists. The walkway continues to rise above the dunes and the view of how a barrier looks in pristine state is received. Wonderful! The walkway continues down to the beach. There are stairs that lead down to the shore. Though it is difficult getting a wheelchair down there is a small deck at the top where, with umbrellas or other means, the view and breezes could be enjoyed. The beach itself is a great place to visit. The waters are clear. There is no lifeguard here so all caution should be taken. Riptides and occasional sharks occur here. At high tide the two 'shelves' that are close in will be obscured, so be careful. During turtle breeding season there may be nests near this location. I love to observe them even if I am not there during hatching. Shorebirds sometimes abound and porpoises, dolphins and even whales may be seen!