Wild Dolphin Tours and Sunset Cruises in Outer Banks, NC
Description
Witness the playful dolphins of the Outer Banks in their natural habitat with Harbor Star Dolphin Tours. Set sail on a comfortable 40-foot pontoon boat for a family-friendly adventure that combines education and stunning coastal views. This two-hour cruise offers a chance to spot dolphins, sea birds, and the iconic Bodie Island Lighthouse while enjoying the beauty of the Outer Banks sunset. Perfect for families and solo adventurers alike, don't miss out on creating lasting memories. - Family-friendly tours suitable for all ages - Daily departures with wild dolphin and sunset cruises - Onboard amenities include beverages and snacks (for purchase) - Private charters available for special events
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Itinerary
Great views of the Bodie Island Lighthouse on your tours.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(14)
Pleasant ride and lots of time watching a pod of dolphins. Boat left a little late but they made sure we got the full two hours
Wonderful experience, would highly recommend. Captain and first mate made it extra special.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great experience on the water. Our captain and first mate will be so happy to know they helped make your trip extra special. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you back out with us for another OBX adventure soon! 🐬🌅
Our guides we super nice and we were lucky and right away were able to find a group of dolphins🐬! The sunset was beautiful and we were blessed with a beautiful rainbow 🌈 to end the night. 🩷
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🩷 We're thrilled you had such a fun family experience and that the dolphins made an appearance right away. 🐬 A beautiful sunset topped off with a rainbow sounds like the perfect ending to your evening! 🌈 We're so glad our crew helped make your trip memorable, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water soon!
Dolphin tour was great! Captain Craig and his assistant Mary were both kind, courteous and gave many facts and details about the dolphins and surrounding areas. They even allowed the children to have a turn driving the boat. Definitely recommend!!
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so happy to hear you had a great time with Captain Craig and Mary. They'll be thrilled to know their kindness and knowledge helped make your trip so enjoyable. We're especially glad the kids loved getting a turn at the wheel—that's always a memorable part of the adventure! Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another dolphin tour soon! 🐬⚓
Best dolphin tour I’ve ever done. Definitely recommend doing the evening tour. We saw tons of dolphins and saw a rainbow and the sunset.
Thank you so much! We're honored to hear this was the best dolphin tour you've ever been on. 🐬 The evening tours really can be something special, and it sounds like you experienced the perfect combination of lots of dolphins, a beautiful rainbow, and a stunning sunset! 🌈🌅 Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to have you aboard again for another unforgettable adventure!
This was a great experience. The captains of the boat were really knowledgeable and had just the right mix of information and relaxation. We saw many dolphin and they let us take it all in. We went with a family of 7 …6 adults and a baby under 2 years old. It was a great experience for all. Thank you!
Thank you! We're so glad your entire family, from the adults to your little one, had such a great experience with us. It's great to hear our captains struck the right balance between sharing interesting information and giving everyone time to simply enjoy watching the dolphins. We truly appreciate you choosing to cruise with us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another memorable adventure!
This was a very fun and relaxing boat ride. The guide was very nice and funny! We got to see 10-15 dolphins. It was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend it!
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled you had such a fun and relaxing time on the water and that you got to see 10–15 dolphins—that's always exciting! We're glad our guide helped make the trip even more enjoyable with their friendly personality and sense of humor. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable dolphin cruise!
Loved our dolphin cruise! We saw so many dolphins! The boat was comfortable and shaded. The captain and mate were friendly and informative.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a great time and got to see so many dolphins. It's great to hear you enjoyed the comfortable, shaded boat and that our captain and mate helped make your trip both fun and informative. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another cruise!
My wife and I are locals. When my mom and sister came down for a visit I saw this tour advertised and thought it might be cool for the whole family. The area had experienced a lot of rain in the days leading up to our tour, and fortunately for us the one really nice day was the day of the tour. I really didn’t expect that we would get to see any dolphins, but just being on the boat and seeing the beautiful surroundings was more than enough. To my surprise, we saw several dolphins and got some great photos. The two men operating the boat and narrating could not have been nicer. They were extremely knowledgeable of the area and great boat handlers. They had soda, candy, chips, and several types of adult beverages available. This tour is very family friendly andI would totally take this tour again.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're honored you chose to bring your family out with us, especially as locals. It sounds like the weather lined up perfectly, and we're thrilled you were able to enjoy not only the beautiful scenery but also an unexpected dolphin show! We're glad our crew helped make the experience memorable with their local knowledge, hospitality, and a few onboard refreshments. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you and your family back aboard for another adventure!
The weather was not great but we saw lots of Dolphins and the captain and mate made our tour excellent
Thank you for joining us! We're so glad the weather didn't keep the dolphins away! It means a lot to hear that our captain and mate helped make your trip an excellent experience. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to the crew. We hope to welcome you back aboard again soon for another memorable adventure—hopefully with a little extra sunshine!
