Swansboro-Area Cruises
Sunset Cruise toward Swansboro – 2 Hours
Our Sunset Cruise leaves Emerald Isle and runs toward Swansboro and Bogue Inlet before returning, timed for sunset over the water. Along the way, watch for ospreys, eagles, dolphins, pelicans and egrets.
ICW Scenic Cruise – 2 Hours
The ICW Scenic Cruise passes Cedar Point, remote islands, Downtown Swansboro, Hubert and the salt marshes. It's a relaxed way to see the Swansboro area from the water.
Shelling Trips
Want to look for shells while you're in the Swansboro area? The 3-hour Shelling Adventure and the 5-hour Serious Shellers Cruise visit remote islands and shorelines on Bogue Sound and the ICW. Camping at Hammocks Beach State Park? Our Bear Island Camping Drop-Off and Pick-Up leaves right here in Swansboro, from the Maintenance Docks at Hammocks Beach State Park, 1572 Hammocks Beach Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584. See Bear Island camping drop-off details.
Christmas Light Cruise – November 15 to December 25
See waterfront homes, docks and boats lit up for the holidays on our 1.5-hour Christmas Light Cruise, with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies.
Beaching the boat on Bear Island
A Swansboro Day, from the Water
Build your Swansboro visit around time on the water. Take a cruise on the ICW toward Downtown Swansboro, then spend the rest of your day in town. Our ICW Scenic Cruise and Sunset Cruise both run toward Swansboro, and our regular pickup is 6800 Emerald Drive in Emerald Isle. Ask Captain Edward which trip fits your plans, or about a different pickup location.
Guests with their shelling finds
Where We Cruise Near Swansboro
- Cedar Point: we pass it on the ICW Scenic Cruise.
- Downtown Swansboro: the Swansboro waterfront is a highlight of the ICW Scenic Cruise, and the Sunset Cruise runs toward it.
- Hubert: another stop on the ICW Scenic Cruise route.
- Salt marshes and remote islands: home to ospreys, eagles, egrets and more.
- Bogue Inlet: the Sunset Cruise runs toward the inlet before returning.
Beach finds near Swansboro