Top Wilmington Water Tours

Our friendly staff and brand new custom built vessel create a memorable experience that encourages new friends to be made while enjoying the wildlife and scenic beauty of the Wrightsville Beach area.

Cruise through the waters of Wrightsville Beach aboard a 42-foot (13-meter) yacht during this small-group coastal sailing adventure. Enjoy scenic views of the surrounding waterways and barrier islands, and catch a glimpse of marine life. Soft drinks, juice, bottled water, and light refreshments are provided on board the boat. Plus, choose from morning, afternoon, or sunset cruises to best suit your schedule.

While in Wilmington, book this Cape Fear River cruise and guarantee a fun time on the blackwater river. As you cruise, take in views of the nearby bluffs, as well as the native plants and wildlife. Listen to the onboard commentary as you make your way on the blackwater to learn about the area and the city’s history, too.

Make getting out onto Wilmington’s waters a sit-back-and-relax kind of adventure. With this yacht experience, you and your intimate crew will hop aboard the 42’ sailing vessel, following your captain along the waterways and barrier islands off Wrightsville Beach. While catching wildlife sightings is likely, phenomenal views and salty sea breezes come guaranteed. And if you BYOB, your favorite drinks will be on the menu.

Book this private charter to explore secluded anchorages, do some offshore sailing, or even transfer from Wilminton or Southport. It’s up to you to decide where you’d like to sail. This is perfect for your group of up to six guests for comfort. Your captain will tell you stories of the area while you either help sail or relax aboard your vessel.

Enjoy a private boat experience without the hassle and costs of renting one yourself, on this half-day tour from Wrightsville Beach. Available morning, afternoon, or the full day, the experience is fully customizable to your interests, whether it’s fishing, crabbing, island hopping, scenic sightseeing, or dolphin spotting.

Wrightsville Beach, Wilmington and the surrounding area have a plethora picturesque locations to explore that are best and in some cases only reachable by boat. You are in control of your own charter aboard Eleanor and determine the locations you visit and the places you drop anchor. Bluewater anchorages, un touched sandbars or quaint waterfronts restaurants are in easy reach! Eleanor is a timeless 1995 36' Hinckley Picnic Boat designed to transport up to 6 passenger in comfort and un rivalled style! She is the only Hinckley available for charter in North Carolina and provides and uniquely fast and comfortable way to explore the storied coastline and inlets of Wilmington. Eleanor will run at 20 knots if you want to cover some ground but is also uniquely capable of reversing up to a sandbar to unload passengers in 18" of water.