2026 Tours Guide

Commune with nature and take photos of the pristine Outer Banks!

Barrier Island Aviation offers scenic biplane rides, cessna air tours and charters. For those who wish to take the controls, they offer flight instruction and an FAA-approved flight simulator. Tour options include Roanoke Island, Historic Manteo...

Choose from a variety of fishing trips on Big Bull Charters.

Given the small size and relative isolation of Hatteras Island, it's hard to image that the small collection of towns can accommodate just about anyone, including and especially high flyers who visit the Outer Banks by airplane. But surprisingly...

A full service fishing marina and ship's store. 

Fish or go a pirating on board the Cap'N Clam

You’ll find Causeway Waters Sports on the beautiful Roanoke Sound on the Causeway between Nags Head and Manteo, just past Whalebone Junction. This family outdoor activity center offers parasailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, wave runners and...

Enjoy nature and adventure by kayak, horse or boat!

With Coastal Helicopters, OBX Biplanes and OBX Warbirds, you’ll have your choice of aerial adventures over the Outer Banks! Our high time pilots are very experienced so rest assured that you are in very capable hands! Soar the skies...

If you are looking for adventure, stop by or call Coastal Kayak Touring Company and book your reservation. The company has been offering kayak and paddle boarding tours on the Outer Banks since 1999 and is located at the Waterfront Shops in...

Corolla Adventures is a family owned and operated business. The Meredith family has been providing vacationers with entertainment for nearly two decades. My late father opened The Waterworks, a watersports rental store in Nags Head during the...

Have fun golfing and enjoying a host of watersports!

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

Horse-inspired gifts for a good cause!

Fun, family-oriented and professional fishing and maritime trips. 

An airport and museum featuring models related to the area. 

Dock of the Bay Marina carries everything and anything you may have forgot for your boat trip. Conveniently located in Kitty Hawk Bay, the marina is a must-stop before your sailing excursion.

Charter boat fishing on the glorious Outer Banks.

Sail local waters in a handsome schooner with plenty of elbow room.

As everyone can see just walking past this store, many of the mild-weather recreational activities that can be done outdoors are covered here. Racks in front of the store are filled with fat tire beach cruisers, kayaks and surfboards. Inside, surf...

Elizabeth City Historic Tours provides a unique opportunity for guests to tour downtown Elizabeth City in style with Carolina Carriages. As guests stroll through the streets on this 30-minute horse and carriage ride, they will learn about the unique...

You can truly choose your own Outer Banks adventure with this company that has a mission to promote conservation and respect for the natural resources of the OBX while creating fun and family-friendly experiences that highlight the beauty of this...

Explore the beauty and serenity of Hatteras Island on horseback anytime of year at Equine Adventures. Riders can expect quality service from local owner and operator Sylvia Mattingly, who brings more than 25 years of horse experience to Equine...

Experience unmatchable sportfishing on the Outer Banks! The Outer Banks, also referred as ‘the Billfish Capital of the World’, offers some of the world’s finest OBX sportfishing and the most preferred game fish. Treat yourself...

Sportfishing for inshore and offshore species. 

A Native American Museum featuring artifacts from local indigenous people.

Wet a line on board the Full Moon!

Ghost Crab Quest is an ecotourism company based on the Outer Banks. Amazed by the beauty of these fragile barrier islands, Ghost Crab Quest is committed to sharing and exploring its wonders day and night. While the star of the show is the mighty...

Embark on an adventure that you and your crew will never forget with a fun Hatteras Island expedition that is commandeered by Godspeed Charters. This Hatteras village-based charter business features a wide range of activities for families of all...

Get ready to catch the “big” one and make your charter boat experience a memorable one at Good Times Sportsfishing. Captain Andy and his crew will take you fishing in the Gulf Stream on the 47-foot custom made Carolina boat built on...

Fun tours that explore Outer Banks legends and lore. 

Ready for an exciting adventure on the waters of the Atlantic? Hac-n-Sac Charters will take you and five others out on the seas for a day filled of fishing and sight-seeing. Reasonably priced and worth every penny, the charter trip is a no-brainer...

No Outer Banks family vacation is ever complete without a Harbor Star dolphin tour. What could possibly be more exciting than watching the wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphin jump and frolic right in front of you? This trip is guaranteed to be a great...

From exploring the diverse wildlife that crowds the local beaches, to taking a lazy tour through the winding marshes and creeks of the Pamlico Sound, there’s a lot to discover at the Hatteras Island Ocean Center. This unique interactive...

A beautiful and recreational stop for watersport fun. 

A living history farm that interpretes mid-1800's island life. 

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.

Guided hunting and fishing on the Outer Banks.

Kitty Hawk Kites’ Whalebone Watersports Center is your one-stop shop for Outer Banks water adventures. Located on the Nags Head-Manteo Causeway right on Roanoke Sound, this location offers it all – dolphin watching cruises with a marine...

A variety of family-friendly fishing trips and cruises.

Located at the beautiful Inn at Corolla Light, North Beach Watersports is Family-Owned and Operated by Retired Coast Guard Licensed Master Captains. We provide a mix of excitement and scenery. Your mind will be capitivated by the beauty that...

Welcome to Outer Banks Beach Buggies – Your Golf Cart Experts! Explore the beautiful Outer Banks of NC in a quality golf cart or LSV (“street legal golf cart”). Leave your car behind and feel the ocean breeze in your hair as you...

Corolla's Largest & Most Experienced Rental Company—At OBX Beach Toy Rentals, our fun rental options gives you the power to explore all the wonderful things Corolla and Duck has to offer. We always provide FREE DELIVERY with our weekly...

OBX Biplanes offers open cockpit air tours of the Outer Banks and boasts one of the area's "most exciting things to do." The company describes the biplane tour as like a trip back in time - much like an “Out of Africa” flying experience...

OBX Crabbing & Shrimping Charters is a full-time commercial fishing family here to give your family a real Outer Banks experience. Their trips are very hands on, lots of fun, and educational for all ages. Guests often see dolphin, osprey...

Walk, Run, Just Have Fun! From Corolla to Avon, family-friendly, weekly 5k racing on the Outer Banks. Everyone gets a t-shirt, medal, light snacks and refreshments at our post race party. A veteran owned business, The OBX Running Company brings...

Discover what makes the Outer Banks the most haunted beach in America! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories and haunted history of the Outer Banks. Whether you believe it or not...

Keep your vacation stress free!  Pack your casual beach clothes & essentials, and let Ocean Atlantic Rentals deliver the rest! CURBSIDE PICKUP/CONTACTLESS DELIVERY: 1-800-635-9559 JUST RENT IT! Since 1979, OAR has been serving...

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

Outer Banks Horseback is a rental service specializing in guided beach horseback rides. We genuinely have a passion and love to horseback ride. Our ability to do it on the beach is something everyone in this world should experience. We strive to...

Outer Banks Adventures lives up to its name, thanks to a far-reaching range of tours and trips that highlight the beauty of life on the water throughout the Outer Banks. Try family-friendly explorations by paddleboard or boat. There are a world of...

Outer Banks Charter Fishing Adventures is ready to arrange your fishing activities at any time of year, on any type of boat and anywhere you would like to go. Based out of Corolla Bait & Tackle, Outer Banks Charter Fishing Adventures can plan...

Electric bicycles are an exciting way to enjoy the Outer Banks. Electric bikes allow you choose how hard you want to pedal, if at all! E-bikes are powered by a battery and electric motor that propels the rider at speeds up to 20 mph. Relax, enjoy...

See a different side of the Outer Banks by boat with Outer Banks Excursions! Relax and enjoy the scenery, escape to a sandbar, see the islands from the water or marvel at our breathtaking sunsets. You’re in safe hands with Captain Len...

Join us for an unforgettable family adventure and see a more natural side of the Outer Banks.

Ready to face the great outdoors with a new and exciting challenge? Call The Outer Banks Waterfowl and Fishing Guide Service for a fishing or hunting adventure of your choice!

A full-service boating marina with onsite restaurant and ship's store. 

Get ready for the island-hopping adventure of a lifetime with this longtime favorite activity of Ocracoke Island residents and visitors alike. Portsmouth Island ATV Tours provides shuttle service and a guided tour of Portsmouth Island - a deserted...

Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer attraction for visitors of all...

Rock On Charters promises you the “best fishing experience you’ll have in the South.“  Rock On’s Marc Kerns, a US Coast Guard approved captain, has been fishing the Outer Banks’ waters most of his life, and...

Create an on-the-water memory that you and your family won’t soon forget with an adventure that’s helmed by Safari Dolphin Tours. This local Outer Banks boat tour company offers an array of experiences and literally goes the extra mile...

Offshore fishing the glorious Outer Bans waters!

Pelagic bird watching trips for the birding enthusiast. 

If you are looking for something more exciting than sitting on the beach, why not try fishing in the world renowned waters off the Outer Banks? Sharky’s Fishing Charters offers offshore, inshore, and sound fishing for every angler, regardless...

Sitting at the closest point to the Gulf Stream north of Florida, Teach’s Lair Marina is an ideal destination for a successful and memorable fishing experience. Teach’s is a full-service marina in south Hatteras Village that advertises...

A world-class fishing fleet for sportfishing adventures. 

An experience not to be missed! The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. Become immersed in...

A full-service diving and outdoor sports center.

30 YEARS IN THE MAKING. Since the beginning, the Weeping Radish has brewed beer according to the Bavarian Reinheitsgebot Purity Law of 1516 which states that beer must be brewed using only four ingredients: Hops, Malt, Yeast and Water. No...