Emerald Isle, NC
Shark Tooth Adventure on Bogue Sound
Private 2-hour shark tooth hunting trip from Emerald Isle. Pick your own time.
Hunting for shark teeth?
Private 2-hour boat trip with Captain Edward.
$185 for your private boat with 2 guests, plus $50 for each extra guest (up to 6).
Ever pulled a real fossil shark tooth out of the sand? On the Shark Tooth Adventure, we cruise out from Emerald Isle onto Bogue Sound to the shoreline spots where fossil shark teeth wash up, then give you time to walk the water's edge and search. Salt air, warm sand and a sharp eye are all you need. It's a private 2-hour trip for your group, and you pick the time.
If you don't see your date or time available, please call 910-448-4218.
Trip at a Glance
- Length: 2 hours
- Group: Private, one party, 2 to 6 guests
- Boat: 24 ft Carolina Yachts boat, custom-made for touring
- Departs: Emerald Isle Boat Ramp, 6800 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
- Days: Monday through Saturday, between 5:30 AM and 9:30 PM. You choose your own start time.
- Good for: Families, kids ages 1 and up, couples, friends and curious beachcombers; pets welcome
What to Expect on Your Shark Tooth Trip
You board at the Emerald Isle Boat Ramp and head out across Bogue Sound to shoreline spots where shark teeth turn up. Then it's your turn on the sand. A dark, triangular shape at the water's edge is easy to walk right past, so for a little extra help on the hunt, add "Need Help Shelling?" when you book. When your time is up, we cruise back to the ramp with your finds.
Along the way, watch for ospreys, pelicans and egrets. Dolphins are often seen on most of our tours. Wildlife is wild, so sightings can't be guaranteed.
Shark teeth from the sound
About Fossil Shark Teeth on the Crystal Coast
Sharks have been shedding teeth in these waters for a very long time. Some of those teeth fossilize and get buried in sediment, and storms and shifting sandbars bring them back to the surface. That's why fossil shark teeth are usually dark: black, gray or brown rather than white. Whether you find one on a given day comes down to the weather, the season and a little luck, so we never promise a find. What we can promise is a private trip on Bogue Sound, salt air and the thrill of the search.
Want to learn more about what else washes up around here? Read our Crystal Coast shelling guide.
Who the Shark Tooth Adventure Is For
- Families and kids: children ages 1 and up are welcome, and searching for treasure keeps kids busy and happy.
- Curious beachcombers: first-timers are welcome, and you don't need any experience.
- Your group: a private trip for one party of 2 to 6 guests, with the boat and Captain Edward to yourselves.
- On shore: you'll be walking on sand and at the water's edge, so wear shoes that can get wet.
- Safety: Type I US Coast Guard approved life jackets are on board, and children under 13 are required to wear an approved life jacket.
- Shells and sea life: please take only empty shells and leave anything alive where you found it.
- Want more time or a bigger adventure? The 3-hour Shelling Adventure adds shelling stops to your shark tooth hunt, or try the 5-hour Serious Shellers Cruise or a Custom Private Charter.
What to Bring
- Non-marking waterproof shoes or sandals you don't mind getting wet
- Sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Clothes that can get wet
- A small bag or container for anything you find
- Snacks and drinks (no open containers on the boat). Let us know your cooler size.
Please arrive 20 minutes before departure and use the restroom at the docks. There's no bathroom on board.
Good to Know
- Pets are welcome. Please email us about your pet ahead of time.
- Children ages 1 and up are welcome. For children under 1, please contact us first.
- Gratuities are not included and are always appreciated (cash or Venmo @CaptainEdward).
- We do not run Sunday tours.
- See our FAQ for the weather and cancellation policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
The trip lasts 2 hours, which includes the boat ride and your time on the shoreline searching.
We stop at several shark tooth islands in Bogue Sound, shoreline spots where dark fossil teeth wash up. We can't promise finds. Fossil shark teeth turn up in different places with the weather and the season, and some trips find more than others, but the search is half the fun. Want a hand with the hunt? Add "Need Help Shelling?" when you book.
Yes. You're welcome to swim at the stops, so bring a swimsuit and a towel along with your shark tooth bag.
For $100, added when you book, a trained shark tooth hunter and shell finder helps you learn how to spot teeth and where to look on the beach. Your guide rides along and doesn't count toward your 6 guests. It's the best way to sharpen your eye for these small finds.
They are usually black, gray or brown and shaped like a small triangle or arrowhead, often with a pointed tip and a flat root. Many are small, so they are easy to miss until you know what to look for.
Yes. You choose the date and time that works for you, any day we're open, Monday through Saturday. We do not run Sunday tours. If you don't see your date or time available, please call 910-448-4218.
Large groups are welcome with advance notice. Call 910-448-4218 to plan your trip.
Yes. Children ages 1 and up are welcome, and pets are welcome too (please email us about your pet ahead of time). Type I US Coast Guard approved life jackets are on board, and children under 13 are required to wear one.
We depart from the Emerald Isle Boat Ramp at 6800 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594. Please arrive 20 minutes before your start time and use the restroom at the docks, because there is no restroom on the boat.
If conditions look unsafe on your trip day, we will contact you within 4 hours of your trip to talk about rescheduling. See our FAQ for the full weather and cancellation policy.
The Shark Tooth Adventure is a shorter 2-hour trip focused on fossil shark teeth. The 3-hour Shelling Adventure stops at both shelling spots and shark tooth spots, and the 5-hour Serious Shellers Cruise gives dedicated shell hunters the most time on the shoreline.
Book Your Shark Tooth Adventure
Somewhere on the sandbar, a tooth older than the coast is waiting for you. Come Join The Hunt!
Pick the date and time that works for you on Bookeo. If you don't see your date or time available, please call 910-448-4218. You can also email info@soundsidetours.com.
Questions? Call or text Captain Edward at 910-448-4218.
Soundside Tours departs from the Emerald Isle Boat Ramp, 6800 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594. Also see Emerald Isle boat tours, things to do in Emerald Isle and meet Captain Edward.
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