Price from:
899 USD
Start Times
Start times are dependent on the tide level at Sand Dollar Island.
About
Depending on the time of day and the level of the tide, we will cross the Beaufort Inlet, a natural passageway to the North Atlantic Ocean to cash in on Sand Dollars which you will find in the shallow water and/or beach as you walk on your own to find these gems on this vanishing island. This island is underwater at high tide!
We will then get back into the H2O Captain boat and anchor just a few yards from the beach off Shackleford Banks in a place that the ferries cannot get into! We are here to walk on two different trails (30 minute walk total) as well as the beach on the ocean to view their natural habitat, wild horses as well as to discover some shelling. Official H2O Captain Shell Bags will be given to each party!
Back on the boat, we will head to the 3rd island at The Cape Lookout Lighthouse all along protected waters. You will be able to get right up to the Lighthouse as well as tour the Lightkeeper's home, now a small museum. We go back onto the boat for the last time to view the islands that comprise the Rachel Carson Preserve, as well as the Beaufort and Morehead City waterfronts. What a day! Depending on how long you wish to spend on each island, this tour can take up to 6 hours.
*Please note:* This excursion is available only during certain times and tides and departs from Atlantic Beach. Call first BEFORE booking online to ensure the tide levels are favorable to this trip. 202-369-1063.
Booking Notes
**Please Note**: Should Small Craft Advisories be in effect, Captain Mark will call you to advise if the trip will go on time, change of destination, delay of time, to be rescheduled or canceled.
**What to Bring**: Please reference this [link](https://h2ocaptain.com/tours/checklist-4-your-tour)
**We will provide**
H2O Captain supplies a cooler and ice to supply you with cold bottled water. Please bring your own beverages and lunch to place in our cooler if you wish.
- Drinking water
- If needed to settle your stomach: a small amount sports drink or coconut water, and pretzels
- Instructional Review from Captain Mark
*Important You must bring a photo ID for the tour, including your Military ID if applicable.*
