Eagles Island 50 minute Narrated Boat Cruise

Overview

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!
If you would like a private charter or one of our other cruises, please give us a call.

City: Wilmington

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $21.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $21.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Restroom on board

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
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

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!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (23)

Frank B

Jun 2022

Thoroughly enjoyable 50 minute trip with history of shipping on the Cape Fear River moderated by Captain Judd. We learned about this event through Trip Advisor and purchased 4 tickets which were listed as "from $24.00 per ticket" under the advertising. When we arrived at the venue, tickets were actually sold at $18.00 per person. While I do believe that there should be an appropriate fee for mark up of events, the $6.00 difference from actual on site purchase of $18.00 (25% increase) is excessive and buyers should be aware of the potential mark up on any events when booking any trips associated with Trip Advisor.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you for cruising with Wilmington Water Tours on our Eagles Island Cruise south to the State Ports. So glad to know you enjoyed learning about the Maritime History and what's going on at the State Ports here on the lower Cape Fear River with Captain Judd. Booking with trip advisor is brand new for us, we may be able to work with them to decrease that mark up. Thank you for your review! Diane

esdnc

Jun 2022

Diane, Doug and crew provided a phenomenal experience for our conference. They helped us organize a private chartered boat tour of the Cape Fear River. It was the perfect amount of education and relaxation after a busy week of conference speakers, presentations and networking.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Private Charters for groups are the way to go! We customize every Private Charter to meet your needs. Fun educational, Mix & Mingle Cocktails & Appetizers, Team Building, Neighborhood get together, Wine Tastings, Dinner Cruises, Girls Night Out, Rehearsal Dinners, Lunch & Learn... the list goes on. Our event coordinator will assist in making your event a memorable one!

smseidel1

Jun 2022

It started as a very casual trip down the Cape Fear River on a beautiful evening. As we cruised and had a few drinks (try their rum punch cocktail), people loosened up and the boat was full of chatter. Many sights to see as the sun set and the moon started to rise. We all made friends and chatted as the super moon rose and Nick Black played our favorite tunes. It was the perfect way to top off the day.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Thank you for cruising with us and for taking the time to write a review! The Cape Fear River is magical, add a Full Moon/Sunset/Full Service Bar & one of Wilmington's favorite musicians, Nick Black... Well I believe you said it all! Hope to see you again soon! Diane