Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach
Overview
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2 hours
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The Carolina Runner is a custom-built 40-foot craft that includes a bar, blue tooth sound system, LED party lights, a loading ramp for easy shore access to Masonboro Island, complete modern toilet facilities, and many other amenities for groups up to 40.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
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
Bottled water
What To Expect
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.
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Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach
Reviews
91 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun Time
Mehwish N,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was really great time we enjoyed a lot. Weather was nice and staff was so nice with us. They click our photos. Overall it was a fun day we explore two islands
Great experience. Kids...
Andrew A,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience. Kids loved it. The 2nd island makes it worth the trip. Found some really big and unique shells. Loved the beach side.
Highly recommend!
Susan D,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic time out in the water with Amy and the Captain. They were both very friendly, informative, hospitable with offering beverages and we felt very relaxed with them taking the helm! Highly recommend!
Awesome
Dan S,
Jul 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience and staff. The kids found seashells and swam in the shallow waters. Walked to the ocean side of masonboro island and saw a shark swimming.
It was a great experience...
Kelly S,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great experience with kind, knowledgeable crew. I do wish there was more time on Masonboro Island, but I wouldn’t have known how great it was without first going on this excursion! We’ll just have to book a longer experience at Masonboro next time! Also good to know: this is a BYOB friendly excursion.
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