2026 Wanchese Activities Guide

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Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

SEA FOREVER

High elevation. Across the street from community playground with toddler lot, basketball goal, soccer field, and swings. Two miles from Wright Memorial Bridge to SEA FOREVER.3 bedrooms (1 with Queen, 1 with Double, 1 with Twins). 2 baths (1 with tub...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5/30 - 6/6
$1,407  $1,519
$112 off
6/6 - 6/13
$1,485  $1,664
$179 off
6/13 - 6/20
$1,615  $1,816
$201 off
6/20 - 6/27
$1,711  $1,816
$105 off
7/11 - 7/18
$1,886  $1,961
$75 off
7/18 - 7/25
$1,897  $1,961
$64 off
Miss Oregon Inlet

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...

HAPPYTAUK

HAPPYTAUK has everything you need for your relaxing vacation getaway. It is located in the Chicahauk area of Southern Shores on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks. The home is situated in a quiet neighborhood, has a short walk to the beach on...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/30 - 6/6
$2,312  $2,630
$318 off
8/22 - 8/29
$2,415  $2,448
$33 off
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

Pappia

Pappia ( Pah’-pee-ah N. Greek-Duck) is a charming, well-maintained retreat nestled in a park-like setting among live oaks, a marine tidal pond and a nature trail. Less than a five minute walk to both the uncrowded beach or to the sound-side dock...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

K7500 Dawn Patrol 4 Bedroom Home in Kitt...

Welcome to Dawn Patrol in Kitty Hawk! Just steps away from the ocean you will find this lovely home in Kitty Hawk. Dawn Patrol invites you to start each day right by watching the sunrise from the deck while sipping your coffee. Enjoy one-level...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

839 | Shin Digs

This thoughtfully designed vacation home combines style, comfort, and accessibility, making it an excellent choice for your Outer Banks getaway. Private Swimming Pool and Hot Tub! Located just 400 feet from Admiral Street Beach Access, with Baltic...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 9
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Beach Please (Formerly 1-2 Sea)

Welcome to your coastal retreat in the heart of Corolla’s beloved Ocean Sands community — a family-friendly enclave known for its walkable beach access, ocean breezes, and proximity to shopping, dining, and entertainment. This beautifully...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Up on the Roof

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon - Beachcomber Dr. -UP ON THE ROOF has very simple beach access via the beach walkway located just off the driveway. This home is well cared-for by conscientious homeowners and features great vistas of the Cape Hatteras National...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish cleaning facility and an official North Carolina Citation weigh station.

Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest dolphin boat­, with a canopied top, cushioned seats and restroom. Sunset Dolphin Cruises runs daily. Departs from the Wanchese Docks on Roanoke Island. Get ready to see some of the most beautiful wildlife you have ever seen!

Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must be purchased 30 minutes or further in advance of your cruise departure time either online, by phone or onsite. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your cruise.