Masonboro Island Cruise: Shorebird Biology Tour

Explore Masonboro Island’s wildlife and history on a 1-hour cruise. Discover shorebirds, local history, and spot dolphins with expert naturalists.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Masonboro Island Reserve - This cruise or ferry ride unlocks your adventurous spirit. Masonboro Island is the largest marine sanctuary in NC. Come hop on the shamrock and explore this island for 1 hour or
    Multiple
What's Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Embark on a one-hour open water cruise around Masonboro Island, where the focus is on the fascinating biology and natural history of shorebirds. If you’re keen to discover the history of Wrightsville Beach or learn about the local bird species, this trip is perfect for you. Led by knowledgeable naturalists, this boat cruise offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the open water and possibly spot Bottlenose Dolphins.

Location
109 Causeway Dr
Causeway Drive
Boat Location: Wrightsville Beach Boating Access 109 Causeway Dr, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 Guests are encouraged to eat at Blue Water Grill before or after their tour. By dining at Blue Water you are free to park in their parking lot.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mattch883sn
Jan 3, 2026
Informative and relaxing tour - We had a great experience with this tour. The booking process was easy, and Captain Joe was great with communication via text and phone call. We even were able to book a tour on New Year's Day! Captain Cameron was great. He was very knowledgeable about the area waterways and gave us a very nice history of the area, as well as a good explanation of the current workings of the waterway. We saw dolphins up close and a good variety of birds! I would recommend this tour company for sure.
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Elizabethdb1036px
Dec 7, 2025
Masonboro Island Cruise - Cam was an excellent tour guide! He gave us a lot of information about the area and supplied us with extra hats to keep us warm. I would like to take this trip again during warmer weather! The sights were great.
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From $48
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).