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2026 Kayak Tours Guide

Crystal Coast Map
Emerald Isle Indian Beach Pine Knoll Shores Atlantic Beach Shackleford Banks Beaufort Morehead City Cape Lookout Cedar Island Harkers Island New Bern
Eyes of the Ocean - Peaceful Beach Retre...

Eyes of the Ocean is a beautiful coastal getaway just a 6-min. walk from Emerald Isle’s shining beach. Unwind in the comfortable open living area, prepare in the completely outfitted kitchen, or sip coffee on private balconies. Families appreciate...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Oceanfront,private pool,beach boardwalk,...

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:2 RefrigeratorsBed Linens and Bath TowelsBooster ChairChild Gates on DecksCommunity Pool AccessFull-Size Washer/DryerGas GrilleHeated Pool (additional cost)Hot TubOpen and Covered DecksOutdoor ShowerPing-Pong TablePorta-CribPrivate...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

Beautime-Pet Friendly Home in Downtown B...

Welcome to Beautime, your calming coastal escape in the handsome Beau Coast community of Beaufort. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation home is the ideal getaway for families, couples, and even your...

  • Beaufort
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to serve the Crystal Coast as a premier retailer of kites, wind art, toys, apparel, and accessories. Shop great brands like Reef, Prism, Natural Life, Yeti, HeyDude, and more! Visit our locations in Beaufort and Atlantic...

Beaufort is a community that’s best explored from the water, and paddlers of all skill levels can find an adventure or two in store through Beaufort Paddle. Located in between the towns of Beaufort and Morehead City, and conveniently found...

There’s a whole host of ways to have fun on the Emerald Isle waters with the help of Hot Wax Surf Shop. Located just off of Emerald Drive along Mallard Dr., this centrally located surf shop offers a lot more than just boards and board shorts...

Island Water Sports is kid tested and family approved! Since 1988 Island Water Sports has been providing vacationers with premium watersports activities on the Crystal Coast in Emerald Isle, NC. We offer everything you’ll need to...

The small town of Swansboro is surrounded by wide, calm waters, which makes it a perfect destination for tackling a new kayak, paddle boarding, or boating adventure through Swansboro Paddle Boarding. Conveniently located on the very edge of the...

Sunfish • Fishing • Kayaks * Beachcats • Pedal Kayaks • Small Sailboats • SUPs • Surfboards • Gear • Advice • Friendly ServiceTrusty Watersports is a locally owned and operated kayak and sailboat shop. We...