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Island Hopper Cruise: Custom-Built Party Boat Experience
4.9
45 Ratings
Wrightsville Beach
The Carolina Runner, a bespoke 40-foot vessel, boasts a bar, a Bluetooth audio system, LED party lights, and a loading ramp for uncomplicated shore entry to Masonboro Island. Along with contemporary toilet amenities, it offers numerous conveniences for groups as large as 40.
The Carolina Runner, a bespoke 40-foot vessel, boasts a bar, a Bluetooth audio system, LED party lights, and a loading ramp for uncomplicated shore entry to Masonboro Island. Along with contemporary toilet amenities, it offers numerous conveniences for groups as large as 40.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Soundside at Blockade Runner - Numerous uninhabited islands dot the waters around Wrightsville Beach, and during this 2-hour adventure cruise, you can explore at least one of them. Start at Money Island, where notorious pirate Captain Kidd is said to have buried his treasure and home to the area’s largest sand dune—perfect for sliding down—then…
- Soundside at Blockade Runner - Numerous uninhabited islands dot the waters around Wrightsville Beach, and during this 2-hour adventure cruise, you can explore at least one of them. Start at Money Island, where notorious pirate Captain Kidd is said to have buried his treasure and home to the area’s largest sand dune—perfect for sliding down—then cruise toward Masonboro Island, the longest undisturbed barrier island ecosystem in southern North Carolina. If time allows, hop off and traverse from marsh to oceanside in search of giant sea shells. On your return to the docks, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine life.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
Location
Carolina Runner
Waynick Boulevard
We meet at our Gazebo directly across from the crosswalk that is next to the main entrance and sign for the Blockade Runner Beach Resort.
Across the street on the Soundside docks across the street from the Blockade Runner Parking lot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(45 Ratings)
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Lauren_d
Nov 11, 2024
Great fun hopping the Islands!! - The visits to the islands were spectacular. The only access is by boat, so it was a treat to get to see them. The boating staff were very personable. Loved the Captain's little doggie, too!
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Lynn_s
Oct 24, 2024
Two thumbs up - Rick was a great host & we loved his dog Rusty! It was nice to walk unpopulated beaches. The boat ride was very peaceful.
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Cemele_r
Oct 16, 2024
Unbelievable experience - Awesome Amy started off our incredible journey with her hysterical personality. The had a fun group of people on our 1pm trip on Oct 14th. Everyone was so nice and conversations flowed like we were old friends. Trip was beautiful. All the different island were amazing. We will be back with different friends and this will a must do!
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Susan_d
Oct 15, 2024
Fantastic! Can’t wait to do it again! - The captain and first mate were great. The boat was clean and comfortable, and the island hopping was fun. I really enjoyed the boat ride cruising down the ICWW, and the highlight was getting off the boat at Masonboro Inlet, enjoying the picnic and wine and cheese and crackers we packed. We walked along the water collecting sea shells, and enjoying the breathtaking beauty surrounding us. Very peaceful and relaxing and I can’t wait to do it again! Highly recommended and money well spent!
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Carol_s
Sep 25, 2024
Shelling - Shelling on the beach at Masonboro Island. Even though the water level was really high we were still able to reach the island, thanks to the pilot and crew.
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Pke1963
Sep 25, 2024
Perfect day - We took the boat tour while on vacation in Carolina Beach. The crew were friendly and sociable, especially crew member Rusty ❤️. Our tour was a smaller group which was nice. The day was beautiful the water was calm and the stops to the little islands were just perfect. Before we knew it, the two-hour trip was over. It was a great day.
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Lauren_c
Sep 2, 2024
Fun quick island hopper - Nice cruise to 2 islands in Wrightsville. Great employees who offered water and soda, bathroom on boat and lots of shells on islands
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Faith_b
Sep 1, 2024
The best experience! - The boat ride and island hopping tour is absolutely a must-see attraction in Wilmington. The boat ride itself was so relaxing and breathtakingly beautiful. The islands we visited were so cool and especially seeing the beach on Masonboro Island Reserve. I can’t stress enough how kind the crew was. 15/10 experience
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Lenibel_s
Aug 31, 2024
International family - We really enjoy the ride, it was smooth and relaxing. The best part was Masonboro Island it is a gem.
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R4206qhemilym
Aug 27, 2024
the BEST experience - my boyfriend and i LOVED this experience. it was so much fun to visit the islands, have time to play in the water, and explore. the water was absolutely gorgeous, and it’s the perfect amount of time in the sun too. Amy gave us a lot of her recommendations which was great since we are not from the area. they had water and soda on board if needed, and we were able to bring a little beach bag to hold towels, shoes, clothes, and sunscreen
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