Our last-minute date night with Lookout Cruises was absolutely incredible. The sunset was stunning…read moreand truly unforgettable, and the entire evening felt effortless from start to finish. Captain and crew--Mike and David--were professional, kind, and attentive. A special mention goes to the captain's mom, who has served as his assistant for the past 26 cruises--she is truly a treasure and adds such a warm, personal touch to the experience. All of the staff had genuinely jovial personalities, making the atmosphere even more enjoyable. One of the most thoughtful details was having crew members walk around and take photos of each couple throughout the evening, allowing everyone to simply be present while still capturing lasting memories. It was the perfect evening to take in the stunning coastal views, watch dolphins play, and see Fort Macon from the water. The boat was exceptionally clean, and safety was never a concern--it was clear we were in very capable hands. We were so impressed that we've already booked their 4th of July fireworks cruise and can't wait!

Sunset cruise--book ahead, bring a hat, and maybe a thermos…read more We grabbed the last two seats for a late-September weekend sunset cruise--as of noon the same day--so tip #1: book ahead, especially on weekends. Our boat had two larger groups (a bachelorette and a birthday), which made for a fun, jovial crowd. Seating & comfort: Plenty of places to sit and move around--shade, sun, or rail time by the water. Nice flexibility as the light changes. Drinks: They offer drinks on board; the selection was basic beer and some generic wine. I don't drink, so I can't rate them. Even if I did drink, I would still hesitate. I brought my own THC beverage, and no one blinked, but check their current policy and use common sense. A water bottle or a thermos/juice blend is a definite yes. Crew & service: Excellent across the board. Two bartenders--friendly, efficient--and the whole crew felt professional and upbeat. Bathroom note: There is a restroom onboard, which is clutch, but it's a bit awkward to access. Go before you board if stairs/steep steps are tricky. Overall: Great time: good music, easygoing crowd, smooth operation. I'd definitely recommend. Next time, we'll try a longer day cruise to the Outer Banks (with lunch)--it looked like a solid daytime option; we just didn't have the time this trip. Bottom line: Great crew, great sunset, zero fuss. Would do again.

Trusty Sail and Paddle has provided me with the most personable service I have ever experienced…read more The owners are extremely knowledgeable of their products, and strive to fit them to the needs of their customers. I have purchased two kayaks and two racks as well as accessories from Trusty Sail and Paddle, and could not be happier with my selections. I have also become involved with Trusty's Seniors on the Sound program through its waterfront pedal kayak rental site, and enjoy the fun and fellowship with other senior kayakers along the Morehead City, NC waterfront thanks to the community minded efforts of Trusty Sail and Paddle.

Had our two kayaks upgraded and they were great! Will be going back and purchasing a tandem kayak…read morethis spring.

We had a wonderful time tonight. Good food, great music and beautiful scenery. We got to see wild…read morehorses and lots of dolphins. The sunset was spectacular. Our crew was super friendly and gave us lots of pointers about the area. Would definitely do it again!

My son and I went on the sunset dinner cruise last night and it was an absolute joy. The food was…read moregood, the crew was friendly, the boat was clean and well maintained. A lovely woman sang jazz standards and classics and it was all well chosen music. The best part was seeing tons of dolphins. It was a great evening, and well worth the price. Highly recommend.

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!!

10/10 would recommend. Perfect for kids 3-12 but legitimately funny and entertaining for adults…read moretoo. Pirate Fettuccini is incredible with the kids. She literally memorized and addressed every child by their name - and there were maybe eighteen kiddos on our voyage. Captain Spike is hilarious with jokes for the kids and adults throughout. This is not a historical tour. This is not a wine and cheese sunset cruise. (There are great options for those in Beaufort if it's what you're looking for). THIS IS FLAT OUT, LAUGH OUT LOUD FUN. Be a fun parent and book this for your kids' sake. They're gonna love it (and you will too).

The Beaufort's Pirates Revenge Ghost Float was not what I expected. I thought I was booking…read moresomething similar to a ghost walk but on the water. There wasn't much history or many ghost stories but mostly cheesy jokes. It seemed geared for children rather than adults. I would have liked more tales of the haunted history. We did see dolphins and a beautiful sunset. Make sure to arrive early for the better seating.

Dove with them again with a buddy on the "Caribsea" shipwreck. Captain Leroy did an excellent job…read moresupporting the six of us. I highly recommend them. Great video, great spearfishing, great time.

Crew was the best and help everyone into and out of the water! Seas were a little rough…read more.. Tips on and knowledge of the Wrecks we dove was top notch! Would definitely use Discovery Diving again!

Great experience. My son has been super eager to go fishing and I wasn't sure what to expect from…read morethis type of excursion. We went with a large family group. The half day trip was 2 hours out, 2 hours fishing, 2 hours back. Unfortunately, as soon as the boat stopped I, and a few others, got sick. The crew noticed this and stepped in to help my son catch some fish while he was feeling well enough. Our group caught over 30 lbs of black sea bass and ringtail porgie.

Wow , Ten people fell into the water below when the dock collapsed around 6:30 a.m. on a 12 foot…read moreportion of the dock at Captain Stacy Fishing Center. A group was loading onto a charter fishing boat when the collapse happened, according to WITN. Four people were injured and taken to the hospital. Their injuries were described as serious, but not life-threatening. Several other people were injured, as well, but did not go to the hospital.

First time going out, and definitely won't be our last. The Capt., and first mate are great at what…read morethey do. Made the trip fun and enjoyable, we caught around 41 Spanish Mackerel with only a half day. Our next trip will be the 8-11 hour trip to try and catch bigger fish. Couldn't recommend these guys enough.

I had an amazing experience fishing with Justin from Family Time Fishing Charters. He had us on…read morefish within minutes and we had such a great time catching fish and learning from him. Will be back!!! John

We took the ferry boat out to Sand Dollar Island. It was a neat experience. The ride out there was…read moreabout a half hour, we spent 2 hours on the island, then we spent an hour on the boat coming back. You could go out into the water as far as you liked to search for sand dollars. I only went about ankle deep. I found a couple broken pieces of sand dollars. I couldn't believe the size of the shells I found! I had quite a collection when we left. We also found some creatures there. The person driving the boat was fun and knowledgeable. We also saw some wild horses and dolphins on the way back. It was fun.

Save your money and do not book this tour if you do not want to waste your money…read more They literally leave loads of people who have already exploited the very small pile of dirt (sandbar) they leave you on to bring more and more people onto a tiny crowded space. All the private tours have already gotten all the sand dollars before their ferries hit the sand. We booked the Sand Dollar Island tour and went as far out in multiple directions and found nothing. There is also a very fierce current going out which could be extremely dangerous. We booked online less than 24 hrs in advance & during the night my military son's pregnant wife came down with Covid and had to be rushed to the ER. I explained how we could provide medical letter and proof and they refused to have extenuating circumstances policies. So basically keeping the money for themselves is more important than customer service. They were rude and care only about their profit, not people nor our service men and women.

I recently took the Beaufort Cart Tour with Rich. I had a great time and got to see more of…read moreBeaufort than expected as we took a detour to the Beaufort Hotel to pick up others then made some stops along the way. Rich was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the town. We went to Hammock House that is one of the oldest houses in the state. It was used by the Union Army in the Civil War. It is thought to be the "White House" that was used to help those at sea navigate the shoals and harbor entrance. I am interested in architecture so the tour was tailored to that somewhat. Beaufort houses tend to have a white fence with sharp tops so that the chicken and pigs didn't get loose. Neighbors were allowed to kill the animal to eat as long as half was donated to the church. The three sided roof is another Beaufort style to cover the front porches as a form of air conditioning. Some houses are a story and a jump which is a one story house with a sleeping space for children The Old Burying Ground was interesting learning about. Captain Otway Burns is buried with a cannon on his grave. I got attraction and restaurant recommendations too. This was a fun and educational tour that I highly recommend.

My sister and I toured historical Beaufort with Rich. We had such a good time. Our tour was…read moresupposed to be 90 minutes, but we went almost 45 minutes over because we were so engrossed in conversation. I highly recommend this tour.