Tours & Cruises in
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Island History Tours

Take a stroll through the past with the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History. Self-guided tours are available at various times throughout the year with The Loop Through History walking tour.

Scenic Chartered Cruises

All aboard for a scenic tour on one of the island's many charters. With Soundside Adventures, witness a magical sunset on an evening harbor cruise, or take an island-hopping boat ride to explore Masonboro Island Reserve, only accessible by boat and perfect for bird watching and shell hunting. Set sail aboard Zoe, a state-of-the-art Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 or navigate the waves with a Hobie Wave or Sunfish rental. Consider chartering Bella, Soundside’s 44-foot-long, fully equipped catamaran, which accommodates up to six people. For a guided adventure, gather for a cruise aboard the Carolina Runner.

Epic Excursions offers private half- and full-day charters, sunset cruises and other one-of-a-kind excursions, including oyster farm tours and tastings. Set out on the outfitter’s comfortable boat to an uninhabited island and explore the surrounding marshes and waterways on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP), or schedule a private catered dinner on a remote island for a truly elevated experience.

With Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours, there are many options to suit every beach lover's interests. Explore the natural wonders of Wrightsville Beach with a sunset dolphin cruise or an eco-tour of Masonboro Island, watch the sun go down over the water with a sunset cruise or gather the family for a thrilling adventure aboard a pirate treasure hunt. Or, kick back, relax and enjoy the ride with La Dee Dah Sunset Cruises.

Nautical Adventures

Hop aboard a sailboat with Wrightsville Performance Sailing and let an experienced captain sail you around and beyond the shoreline. Sailors from beginners to advanced can hone their seafaring skills with a class at Blockade Runner Sailing Center, one of only five ASA Certified Sailing Schools in North Carolina.

Strap on your fins and dive below the surface to discover the reef habitats, historic shipwrecks and fossil ledges off Wrightsville Beach with guided diving charters from WB Diving and Aquatic Safaris SCUBA Center. Embark on a family-friendly nautical adventure through Feel Good Fishing Charters & Adventures, offering themed tours, seafood collecting and bird watching experiences.

Film & TV Tours

Embark on a self-guided tour of Wrightsville Beach locations featured in hit television series and movies. Stroll along the Crystal Pier, which was featured in "The Summer I Turned Pretty," "Outer Banks" and several times in "Dawson's Creek" including the show's opening montage. Then, visit Bluewater Waterfront Grill to step into Capeside's country club. Dine like your favorite characters from "The Choice" or "Dawson's Creek" at Dockside Restaurant. Explore our map to find more information and film locations.