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Soundside Tours LLC.
Home
Shelling Adventure
Shark Tooth Adventure
Serious Shellers Cruise
Sunset Cruise
ICW Scenic Cruise
Christmas Light Cruise
Bear Island Camping
Custom Private Charters
Emerald Isle Boat Tours
Swansboro NC Boat Tours
Guides
  • Shelling Guide
  • Bogue Sound Bird Guide
FAQ
About Captain Edward
Emerald Isle Things To Do
Blog
Contact Us
Gift Certificates
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  • Home
  • Shelling Adventure
  • Shark Tooth Adventure
  • Serious Shellers Cruise
  • Sunset Cruise
  • ICW Scenic Cruise
  • Christmas Light Cruise
  • Bear Island Camping
  • Custom Private Charters
  • Emerald Isle Boat Tours
  • Swansboro NC Boat Tours
  • Guides
    • Shelling Guide
    • Bogue Sound Bird Guide
  • FAQ
  • About Captain Edward
  • Emerald Isle Things To Do
  • Blog
  • Contact Us
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  • Home
  • Shelling Adventure
  • Shark Tooth Adventure
  • Serious Shellers Cruise
  • Sunset Cruise
  • ICW Scenic Cruise
  • Christmas Light Cruise
  • Bear Island Camping
  • Custom Private Charters
  • Emerald Isle Boat Tours
  • Swansboro NC Boat Tours
  • Guides
    • Shelling Guide
    • Bogue Sound Bird Guide
  • FAQ
  • About Captain Edward
  • Emerald Isle Things To Do
  • Blog
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Certificates

Meet Captain Edward

Your Captain on the Crystal Coast

Ahoy there! I'm Captain Edward, owner and captain of Soundside Tours. For over 10 years I've shared my passion for the marine environment of the Crystal Coast with adventurers from all walks of life. Whether we're exploring the area's ecosystems, spotting dolphins, hunting for shells or soaking in a sunset, my goal is to create unforgettable experiences that connect people with nature.

I'm a US Coast Guard–certified captain, and your safety and comfort always come first.

Family and Faith

I'm a proud husband to my wonderful wife, Morgan. We've been happily married for 15 years and are raising two energetic boys who share our love of the outdoors. As a family, we enjoy everything from sunset cruises and shelling to beachcombing and camping. There's always an adventure waiting just around the corner!

Faith is a guiding light in my life, and I'm grateful for the blessings God has given me. My love for Jesus inspires me to be a steward of the environment and to encourage others to appreciate and protect the natural beauty around us.

Captain Edward and his family on the Soundside Tours boat at sunset on Bogue Sound

The Boat

Soundside Tours trips run on our 24 ft Carolina Yachts boat. It was custom-made for touring, is easy to clean and sanitize, and was built to US Coast Guard safety guidelines. It's very stable, so kids and first-time boaters can enjoy the ride comfortably. Plan for sun and wind on the water.

Safety on Board

Your safety comes first on every trip. Captain Edward holds a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) — Master of Vessels Less Than 25 Gross Registered Tons (GRT), Near Coastal, with Assistance Towing Endorsement. Every trip carries no more than 6 passengers. Our 24 ft Carolina Yachts boat is very stable and was built to U.S. Coast Guard safety guidelines. Type I Coast Guard-approved life jackets are aboard in adult and child sizes for everyone, and children under 13 must wear one. We also carry a throwable flotation device, visual distress signals, a marine fire extinguisher, working navigation lights, a horn and a marine VHF radio, and the safety gear is checked before every departure. Captain Edward is prepared for man-overboard, fire, flooding and medical emergencies. We watch the forecast closely and will contact you within 4 hours of your trip if we need to reschedule. Questions? Call 910-448-4218.

Where We Go

Our regular pickup is 6800 Emerald Drive in Emerald Isle, NC. From there we explore Bogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway: under the Emerald Isle bridge, past Cedar Point, Downtown Swansboro and Hubert, and out to remote islands, sand bars and salt marshes near Bogue Inlet. Staying in Swansboro? Inquire about a different pickup location, or see boat tours near Swansboro, NC. Want a trip planned around your group? Ask about a custom private charter. Looking for something different? Try our Shark Tooth Adventure or our Bear Island Camping Drop-Off and Pick-Up.

Join Me on the Water

Let's make some lasting memories exploring the wonders of God's creation together.

910-448-4218 · info@soundsidetours.com

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