2026 Wanchese Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

1575 - Sea Remedy

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Sea Remedy! This soundside Corolla vacation home is...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
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 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

080 | Panasea

Endless Ocean Views and lovely furnishings make this Oceanfront Pelican Watch townhome an excellent choice for your family's Beach retreat. Enjoy the cool breeze from the Atlantic from one of the many decks or take the kids for a dip in the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Sunny Delight

Sunny Delight is a spacious semi-oceanfront vacation home in Kill Devil Hills. The home has a private pool, hot tub, cabana bath, and is an easy walk to the beach through the beach access. There's plenty of room for your family to spread out in the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

2 for 1

OCEANFRONT Hatteras — NC Hwy. 12 — Oceanfront or soundfront? Pool or surf? Sunrise or sunset vistas? When you think a vacation home can’t have it all, 2 FOR 1 proves otherwise. Located at one of the narrowest points on Hatteras Island, this...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

Sand Crab 379-B

Welcome to Sand Crab, a comfortable oceanside retreat in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. This four-bedroom home is approximately 295 yards from the beach and direct beach access, making it easy to spend your days enjoying the sand and surf!The top...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Sweet Spot R-61

Congratulations! You’ve found your Sweet Spot on Hatteras Island! This amazing home has so much to offer. World-class fishing at the Rodanthe Pier is just a short walk or bike ride away (just 0.3 miles). You’ll also enjoy the area’s quaint...

  • Rodanthe
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

4210 - Changes in Latitude

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New swing downstairs. Georgetown Sands, Building 4, Unit #24. Your relaxing Outer Banks vacation awaits! Just 200 yards from the...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters offers a relaxed and authentic way to explore the area’s rich maritime heritage, scenic sound waters, and abundant wildlife. Specializing in private dolphin and wildlife tours, Old Man Charters goes far beyond a standard sightseeing cruise. While...

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 34-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!