Eagles Island 50 minute Narrated Boat Cruise
Overview
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1 hour
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Enjoy a relaxing ride on the river on our comfortable 46' catamaran as you learn more about Wilmington, NC from our friendly captain and crew. Gain a new perspective on our history and ecology as we share fun facts and historical anecdotes as we cruise along the Cape Fear River. We promise that no two cruises are alike!
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Restroom on board
Gratuities
What To Expect
Battleship North Carolina
If you book on the even hours we cruise north along the Historic Downtown and Eagles Island, where you see the past come alive. Capture unique views of the Battleship, learn about rice plantations, and view shipwrecks, flora, and fauna on this 50-minute adventure.
Cape Fear River
If you book on the odd hour, we head south under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge to the State Ports and learn the history of a WWII Wilmington shipyard along with current facts while watching tug boats, container ships, and pleasure boats. Bring your camera along; there are photo ops in every direction!
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Eagles Island 50 minute Narrated Boat Cruise
Reviews
240 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Boring
Gayle A,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Pretty boring - not much to see and guide told more jokes than pointing out things to see. Nothing on island to see - not sure what the point was.
Boat-tastic!
TishandThat,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful boat trip. The captain/narrator is very knowledgeable about Wilmington and specifically the harbor itself. It was very interesting to hear how the harbor has changed and what type of product Wilmington exports to other countries. You get to see the large container ships up close. They truly are massive. The Eagle Island boat is very comfortable and there is a bar with various refreshments and a bathroom on board. It was a pleasant experience. I highly recommend it for all couples, families, solo travelers etc.
Great Time by All!!!
laurabW3645AP,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time!! Captain Patrick was educational and friendly. The entire crew was fabulous! I’d highly recommend checking this out!
Great experience!
Randy M,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Perfect way to get out on the water and see all the sights. The crew were welcoming, helpful, knowledgeable…Exactly the kind of cruise I was looking for and super affordable! Highly recommend!
Very informative & interesting tour
Christopher K,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and interesting. The Captain and staff were very friendly.the bot had plenty of room
If your white, you'll be alright.
gracie r,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Just for context: I was in a group of 8, (all Latinos) and we took up one whole side. On the other side there was a couple and another mom with her daughter (all white). While the ride itself was nice and smooth and informative, the man giving us the tour didn't acknowledge us. There was a a small break and he went to the opposite side and asked them how they were enjoying the tour their stay, etc... not once did he even try to make eye contact or conversate with us. Yet we spent close to $200 for the trip and were the only ones buying overpriced peanuts and chips.... That in itself made it unsatisfactory.
Nice plesent boat tour....
Jamard W,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice plesent boat tour. We learned many new things about the cape fear river and the battleship. Bridge hight and river depth were 2 things that peaked my interest.
Cheaper to pay at dock
david w,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00No need to book early on Viator, I did, cost me 48 bucks, would have been 40 at the dock. The crew was great, and we had a very nice time.
Great time and experience cruising the harbor
rd668,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Captain was super knowledgeable and friendly. Learned a lot about the Wilmington harbor, WWII history, and waterfront in general. Fun crew.
Captain very...
Doris V,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain very knowledgeable. Nice boat ride, not a lot to see on the North bound trip. Viator is a very difficult site to navigate, if I could review them they get a fail.
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