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4 Days / 3 Nights

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Outer Banks, NC

A group bus tour.

History, mystery and fantasy all come together!  Stroll through the Elizabethan Gardens, a memorial to the first English colonists and Queen Elizabeth I. Hear the story of the Wright Brothers at Kill Devil Hills. Tour the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, dubbed the “Graveyard of the Atlantic.” You can “bank” on your group loving the Outer Banks!

This package includes:

• 3 Nights Lodging
• 3 Breakfasts
• Guided Tour of Cape Hatteras
• Bodie Island Lighthouse
• Roanoke Island Festival Park
• Elizabethan Gardens
• Wright Brothers National Park
• Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
• Graveyard of the Atlantic
• Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station
• Gift for All
• Luggage Handling
• All Taxes and Meal Gratuities
• 2 Comps Per Bus of 40 or more
• Sightseeing Cruise
• North Carolina Aquarium
• "The Lost Colony" Outdoor Drama

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 DAY ONE:   We begin with our first overnight in the Sandston, VA area.  After a day of travel, you’ll have time to rest up following an included dinner. If you still have some energy left, enjoy a dip in the indoor pool before retiring! (D)

DAY TWO:   On to the Islands of the Outer Banks!  There is so much to see and do along these picturesque 100 miles of untouched barrier islands, and we’re going at the perfect time of year. Upon arrival at the Outer Banks Welcome Center, we’ll be joined by our wonderful professional Guide who will be with us the next several days so that we’re sure to see and hear all the best!  In the charming village of Manteo on Roanoke Island, you can get lunch and then enjoy free time in the historic downtown to stroll the boardwalk, browse the antique shops, or perhaps visit an art studio.  Next will be a fascinating visit to the ‘Elizabeth II’, a representative of a 16th-century sailing ship. You’ll meet sailors like those who sailed across the Atlantic in 1585. Dressed in period garments and speaking Elizabethan dialect, the interpreters bring the history of the voyages to life. At the Settlement Site, encounter soldiers bravely facing the challenges of the New World.  The film ‘The Legend of Two Paths’ tells how the 1584 arrival of the English changed the life of the native Roanoke Island people, the Algonquians.  Altogether, such a unique opportunity! ~ In the Adventure Museum, explore 400 years of Outer Banks history since America’s beginning. Spot a star with an astrolabe, meet the Algonquians thru John White drawings, climb aboard a skiff and hoist her sails, meet a pirate who sailed with Blackbeard, learn about the lighthouses & lifesaving, and take a shopping trip to a 1900’s general store – great fun! Eventually we’ll check into our home for the next 3 nights, the Corolla Hampton Inn on the golden sands of the majestic Atlantic Ocean – the location is perfect and our rooms have an oceanside view!  Later, enjoy dinner at ‘Sugar Creek’ located in Nags Head right on the scenic waterfront of the Sound!  (B, D)

 DAY THREE:   This morning we embark on an awesome “Back Beach Wild Horses Tour”!  It departs from Corolla, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach.  We’ll board open-air Safari-style vehicles (fun!) and see the majestic Corolla Wild Horses, descendants of the Spanish Mustangs brought here in the early 1500’s!  You’ll also hear stories about this area’s history, other native wild animals, and sometimes even a pirate tale or two!  It will be a great time, guaranteed.   Lunch today will be at the Timbuck II Shopping Complex with cute boutique stores and plenty of places for you to eat, including one overlooking the water.  Then we’re off to visit the red-brick 1874 Currituck Beach Lighthouse, an example of Gothic architecture and now on the National Register of Historic Places. *(Some , but not all, of the lighthouses we’ll visit allow you to climb to the top, if interested – cost on your own).  Back to our hotel for some lovely Free Time to enjoy the beach any way you wish – dip your toes in the Ocean, relax on a towel on the sand, or drink in the views from your hotel … all the choices are excellent!  This evening, a delicious dinner is included at the Sunset Grill in Duck, voted the ‘Best Waterfront Atmosphere’ by the Travel Channel – Wow!  After returning to our hotel, you may want to end this beautiful day with a sunset beach walk before retiring – Ahhhh, livin’ the life!  (B, D)

DAY FOUR:   Up and at ‘em with such great touring just ahead — ‘Have plenty of film in your camera!!  Beauty will be everywhere as we drive along parts of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, a 72-mile stretch of the Outer Banks from Nags Head to Ocracoke Island.  Did you know that some of these islands and waters were once marauded by Black Beard the Pirate?!!  Our first stop is at the historic Bodie Island Lighthouse, operating since 1872 and painted in black & white horizontal stripes.  See fascinating exhibits and the old keeper’s quarters. Then it’s “Ahoy, Mateys’ as we take a ferry ride from Hatteras Island to Ocracoke Island – the coach will go, too – fun!  After time to explore the many quaint boutiques and enjoy photo ops, we’ll stop by the beach and wild pony pasture where we’ll munch down on a boxed lunch.  Be sure to get that sand between your toes – this beach has been rated #1 in the US… twice in the last decade!  Our next visit is at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, the tallest brick lighthouse in the US, and a national treasure.  If we’re lucky, we’ll see the fishing vessels come in from the Gulf Stream at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center – it’s full of excitement as the fish are tossed out on the dock!  Our last evening in the Outer Banks includes dinner on the causeway at the popular Lone Cedar Restaurant with a picturesque view of the water.  (B, BxL, D)

 DAYS FIVE & SIX:   Reluctantly it’s time to make the trek homeward, but our enjoyment is far from over as we overnight in Mt. Airy, NC.  Climb aboard authentic Squad Cars for a nostalgic driving “Mayberry Tour”, the town where Andy Griffith grew up!  Starting with Floyd’s Barber Shop, it’s no coincidence that Main Street reminds people of the charming town on the endearingly popular ‘60s hit TV series. Dinner is at the rustic ‘Depot’ with rockers on the porch!

~ Such a GREAT TRIP… talk to some friends about joining you — You’re guaranteed to return home with many wonderful memories forever! ~

             ** 5 nights lodging, 5 breakfasts, 1 box lunch, 5 dinners, luggage handling & taxes **

$1,498 per/person, double occupancy * $1,468 p/p, triple/quad occupancy * $1,998 single

Please note: The following are TLC's general polices and procedures that cover all of our tours, so some of these may or may not be applicable to this particular tour.

Age Requirements:

All ages are welcome to join a TLC Tour beginning with age 5 years old and up.   Because our goal is to provide a relaxing, enjoyable ride for all when on our coach, we must ask that adults plan appropriate, quiet entertainment for their younger ones in order to not disturb the others aboard.  There may be a reduction in cost for the younger children, but no guarantees, especially on Day Trips.

On all overnight tours, we use a daily seat rotation. The first day of a trip, you choose your seat when you board, and rotate from there. We feel this is fair to all. If the coach is not full, a less formal rotation may be used at the Escort’s discretion. Persons traveling single or with uneven amounts in their group may need to sit with other like-travelers. We cannot guarantee that small groups will be seated together. We welcome single travelers, but the single rate does not include two seats on the coach. * We cannot accept doctor’s notes regarding requests to sit in the front seat/s. Please consider boarding at the first pickup location if your seat location is of concern. It is also recommended to see your doctor for motion sickness medication, if this should apply.

Smoking/Drinking:

We make regular stops for restrooms and for the convenience of smokers; however, we have a NO SMOKING (or vaping) policy aboard all coaches. If someone violates the non-smoking policies of places we are staying or visiting while on tour, it is the sole responsibility of that person should there be any penalties and/or fines for not adhering to their rules and regulations. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is not permitted at any time on the coach.

Transportation:

All of our tours use beautiful modern, deluxe wide-body motorcoaches from Campbell Bus Lines . Campbell has received the highest possible rating with the Dept. of Transportation. The motorcoaches are equipped with air-conditioning, reclining seats, public address system, DVD player, outlets for each passenger, and emergency restrooms. Our intent is for all overnight tours to be professionally escorted. Upon occasion, in order to avoid canceling a trip with a low passenger count, our Driver may serve both positions of Driver and Escort, and all are professionally trained to do so. ~ Also, on air trips with low passenger counts, we will not be able to provide an Escort from our company. However, once you arrive at your destination, a guide from our connecting company will be with you throughout the entire tour.

Lodging and Meals:

Your lodging is included on all overnight tours. All hotels are AAA rated. We never use second rate hotels, restaurants, or activities on any tour, to the best of our ability to make that determination. If you need two beds in your room, please state this when making your reservation. Generally, some meals are included on overnight trips (see individual tour inclusions); however, we cannot guarantee any special dietary requirements.

Border Crossings:

As of June 2009, a Passport or Passport Card is required for border crossings. Either of these travel documents may be obtained through your local courthouse. The Passport Card is limited but is sufficient for Canadian border crossings and is good for 10 years – it is also very easy to apply for. Your Driver and/or Escort will be asking to see one of these documents before boarding the coach for trips with this requirement. We cannot be responsible if you are unable to travel due to failure on your part to obtain the proper documentation. Please begin the process early enough to ensure that you will have it in time for your tour’s departure. Click here for for more information .

One suitcase per person is included in the price of your tour. You are also permitted a carry-on, which is your responsibility. Additional luggage may be transported at the cost of $10.00 per bag, per day. It is wise to travel light. Luggage tags are provided and required for hotel identification and are sent with the final letter and phone numbers of your hotels.

Medical Devices:  

Medical devices must be handled by you, the passenger.  They are either to be stored under your seat (not protruding out into the person’s space behind or in front of you), or if too large for that accommodation, they must be placed under the coach by you, and taken off at each place it’s needed by you.  It is not safe for a medical device to ride in an overhead compartment for multiple reasons, nor are our Drivers or hotel personnel allowed to handle it for safety and liability reasons.  If it needs to ride under the coach, please have it in a quality container (as small as possible) to assure it rides safely.

Taxes and Gratuities:

All taxes and gratuities for included meals and activities are included, unless otherwise mentioned by the Escort. Driver and Escort gratuities are not included in the price of your tour. The suggested rate for a “job well done” is a minimum of $4.00-$4.50 per person/ per day for the Tour Escort, and a minimum of $4.00-$4.50per person/per day for the Driver. We request that you express this on an individual basis and let the quality of service received be your guide.

All prices listed are per/person rates. On one day tours, full payment must be made with the reservation. For overnight tours, see “How To Make A Reservation”. Balance of an overnight tour is due 60 days prior to departure (unless otherwise stated/notified). Confirmation will be sent after we receive your deposit. Please call as soon as possible if you should decide not to go.

FYI :  About a week before your overnight trip departs, you will receive from our office a letter packet with updated itinerary, passenger list, departure and return times, luggage tags, hotel phone numbers, and other pertinent information.

1 – Our intent is to have all our tours accompanied by one of our professional Escorts –  However, occasionally a low passenger count may make it necessary to send that tour out as “Driver Only” in an effort to ensure that the trip you wanted to go on does not have to be cancelled.  Please be assured our Tour Drivers are first-class professionals, capable of handling any trip we offer from beginning to end.  You will be in great hands and have a wonderful time!

2- Please Note – We’re truly sorry if we’ve canceled a trip that you wanted to go on.  Sometimes excellent trips with super itineraries are canceled when people wait ‘til the last minute to put in their reservation.  OUR monies are usually due at least 60 days ahead on regular trips, and sometimes 90 on certain ones.  If we don’t have enough signed up at that time, we have no choice but to cancel it.  Then when you call later, it’s already too late… and disappointing for us all!  Please help us and CALL EARLY – Thank you so much.

3- The information about trips on this website (funwithtlc.com) is complete.  It contains the same information that a paper flyer has.  However, if you prefer a paper flyer you can call for Fully Detailed Flyers for Most Trips of 3 Days or More. We’ll gladly send extras for you to pass along to your friends!  We will also happily send a Tour Book to anyone you feel would enjoy receiving one.

Up to 60 days prior to departure date, a full refund will be made. *Air and cruise tours, and some longer tours, may be different—be sure to ask for details when making your reservation. Tours including tickets also generally have earlier non-refundable dates. There are no refunds for cancellations made within 60 days prior to your departure date. However, we will do our best to recover as much as we can, but cannot guarantee anything including prepaid reservations and other costs that are non-refundable to us. There will be a $25.00 per/person charge for this service. There will be no refund, for any reason, for a “no-show” on the day of the tour.

Please Note: Refunds will be made by the same method you paid us, e.g., if you paid by credit card, the refund will be put back on that credit card. No exceptions.

TLC Tours offers a “Refund Protection Plan” for overnight tours that is available at our office at a minimal cost. It needs to be purchased when you book your trip. This insures you a full refund in case of:

• A.) a death in your immediate family (requires a copy of death notice)
• B.) personal illness (requires a doctor’s written note confirming you were too ill to travel)
• C.) Exceptions would be made if an immediate family member’s serious illness necessitates you staying home but would still need confirmed by a doctor’s note. *Immediate family, in these situations, includes spouse, parents or children only.

Call our office for full details about TLC’s RPP. We encourage you to take advantage of the protection plan, or secure insurance on your own if you prefer “cancel for any reason” coverage. Our Refund Protection Plan is not available for Day Trips, nor are there any refunds for Day Trips, with a few exceptions.

Cancellations:

TLC Tours reserves the right to cancel any tour that has not reached a minimum number of reservations. We always avoid changes and cancellations, if at all possible, as we realize the inconvenience to you, our valued customer. We reserve the right to cancel or refuse service to anyone, in our sole discretion. Any person may be dismissed from a tour at any time by the Tour Escort or Driver should their conduct be problematic in any way. No refund will be made, nor will any further responsibility be assumed by TLC Tours or anyone in their employment.

Responsibility:

TLC Tours, LLC is insured. Campbell Bus Lines is registered and insured with the ICC. TLC Tours acts only as an agent. We are not responsible to any person for any loss of time or money due to a change or delay beyond our control. Nor are we responsible for non-performance by those we have contracted with. We reserve the right to change tour prices, inclusions, and itinerary, if so, dictated by circumstances beyond our control. We are not responsible for pricing, typographical, or other errors. Any claims against TLC Tours must be made, in writing within 30 days of the trip.

HOW TLC IS ADDRESSING COVID/VARIANTS FOR 2024

We are so thankful that much of our country has ‘opened up’ and we are back to being able to travel freely, for those who desire to get out & about again.  While rejoicing over such good news, there are still a few things we must remain aware of that are listed below.  We believe these things are a very small price to pay to be “On the Road Again’! ~ Thank you for your gracious understanding and kind cooperation as we wisely embark on wonderful memory-making journeys together this year!

A- There are a few parts of the country that are still enforcing a mask mandate in their particular area. Please tuck a mask in your pocket just in case we should arrive somewhere and find out unexpectedly that we are required to wear one for entrance.  We continue to pledge to be good neighbors and help these establishments stay open by cooperating with whatever they are required to ask of us, and to do it with a good, kind spirit.  If you’re not in agreement with this, please refrain from traveling with us at this time.

B- At this writing, all the places we plan to visit are open for business. However, as mentioned above, that can change by the time we arrive.  Should there be some place that is not able to take us, we will do our very best to substitute an activity or attraction of an equal quality.  We just have to “go with the flow” again this year somewhat – but trust me, every single place we plan to visit WANTS to be open for us and will be doing everything they can to do so.

C- We ask that you take your own temperature before leaving home on the morning of Day One, and if you show any fever at all, please stay home. If you have additional/other symptoms that suggest Covid-19 or a variant, we ask that you please stay home.  If you have been around someone with Covid-19/variant, or highly suspected Covid-19/variant, we ask that you please follow the CDC guidelines according to their timeline, and possibly stay home.  Any of these methods are somewhat dependent on the “honor system”.  We trust that our upstanding TLC customers will “do the right thing” and not put anyone else at risk for contracting Covid or a variant on a TLC tour.

D- Should someone come down with Covid during or after their tour, we assume no responsibility or liability. We cannot control every minute of everyone’s day, nor can we control how people handle themselves when off the coach. We have done our very best to secure accommodations and venues that state the highest sanitation protocols to the best of their ability. If on tour you should come down with Covid-19 or a variant, or strongly suspect it, you would be responsible to quarantine yourself and arrange for transportation home when appropriate. — By traveling with us, you are agreeing that TLC Tours, LLC will not be held responsible for contracting Covid-19 or a variant, nor liable for any expenses involved in any way.

E- If you do need to cancel at the last-minute because of having covid/variant, being exposed to covid/variant, or suspecting a possible case of covid/variant, our normal cancellation policies apply, just as they would to any other last-minute illness that prevents you from going on a tour. See General Information/Refunds in this book.  Without insurance, there is no refund except what we might be able to get back from individual vendors on your behalf.  We highly suggest taking out either our in-house Refund Protection Policy, or another more comprehensive insurance plan of your own choosing.

Overall, please lovingly respect the concerns of others if they differ from yours. 

Some may have health issues that cause them to be more cautions than you may feel is necessary for yourself.

– Here’s the best plan: “Do Unto Others as You Would Have Others Do Unto You!” –

ON THE COACH

( 1) Every Campbell coach is completely disinfected before they depart for a trip. You can be assured that the bus that arrives to pick you up has been thoroughly cleaned with an environmentally friendly solution that is EPA-approved, and not diluted or mixed at our facilities.  The solution is rated on the EPA K-List that supersedes the current EPA suggestion for elimination of Corona Virus and has no harmful properties.  It has received the Green Seal certification.  The solution is applied with electrostatic sprayers to increase coverage to eliminate all pathogens on hard surfaces.

(2) We have upgraded all air filters and increased the frequency that we change the air filters on the coach to reduce contamination.  Our motor coaches refresh the air on the coach every five minutes, and combined with the upgraded filters, will reduce stale used air in the coach.

 ( 3) We have UV lights in our HVAC system to eliminate any airborne pathogens.

( 4) Disinfecting wipes available for the Driver & Escort, and hand sanitizer on board for your use.

( 5)  Should the situation regarding pandemic conditions rise during the year, we are prepared to increase the level of our procedures accordingly.

Ohio Departure Points:

Our departure points are as follows:

• Akron:   Home Depot, 2811 S. Arlington St, Akron – just up north from the Walmart – park in the front corner behind Golden Corral
• Canton:  Target parking lot behind Panda Express, 5584 Dressler Rd. NW – near Belden Village (you park in the row of the buggy corral)

Alliance:   The back parking area of Lowe’s, 2595 W. State St. (turn into Lowes and drive straight back to the last row)

• Salem:   Burger King on E. State St. (rear parking area)
• Columbiana:   Our TLC Office at 44139 St. Rt. 14.

Other departure points may be established for groups of 10 or more if the itinerary and direction of travel permits. We reserve the right to change departures. Departures are arranged in the direction of travel, with last departure being the closest to the destination, for the convenience of all passengers.

Pennsylvania Departure Points;

*We may use smaller shuttle buses to make these pickups and will join the tour en route at a logical transfer point.

For Overnight Trips:

• Slippery Rock:   Campbell Bus Lines, 258 Grove City Rd
• Butler:   Ollie’s, 602 Moraine Pointe Plaza
• Grove City:  County Market Plaza, 49 Pine Grove Square
• Mercer:    Rodeway Inn, 835 Perry Hwy.

For TLC DAY TRIPS:

For day trips, we do not have any insurance or Refund Protection Plan available.  Payment must be made in full when booking a day trip, and if you cancel your reservation up to 45 days prior to the trip’s date, you will receive a full refund.  * Occasionally a day trip may have a different cancellation date other than 45 days out – it is good to inquire when making your reservation .  — If TLC should need to cancel the entire day trip, you will receive a refund.

For TLC OVERNIGHT MOTORCOACH TOURS:

For most overnight tours, a full refund will be made up to 45 days prior to departure date. However, some of our tours, especially the longer ones, may have a 60-day cancellation date.  The specific date will be listed on your confirmation which you will receive in the mail once you make your reservation. Tours including tickets may have earlier non-refundable dates – please inquire when making a reservation for a tour that includes tickets. There are no refunds for cancellations made within the 45 (or 60) days prior to your departure date. However, we will do our best to recover as much as we can, but cannot guarantee anything including prepaid reservations and other costs that are non-refundable to us. There will be a $25.00 per/person charge for this service. There will be no refund, for any reason, for a “no-show” on the day of the tour.

** Please Note: Refunds will be made by the same method you paid us; e.g., if you paid by credit card, the refund will be put back on that credit card. No exceptions.

TLC’s REFUND PROTECTION PLAN for Overnight Motorcoach Tours :

  TLC has an in-house “Refund Protection Plan” which we offer for overnight motorcoach tours through our office at a minimal cost .   It needs to be purchased when you book your trip . This insures you a full refund in case of:

• ) A death in your immediate family (requires a copy of death notice)
• ) Personal illness (requires a doctor’s written note confirming you were too ill to travel)
• ) Exceptions would be made if an immediate family member’s serious illness necessitates you staying home, but would still need confirmed by a doctor’s note.  *Immediate family, in these situations, includes spouse, parents or children only.

The RPP covers you up to the morning of departure; however, you must call your Escort (number will be provided) that morning before your pick-up time in order for the RPP to be valid.  She will need to call all the places the tour is going to change the passenger counts.  Failure to call the Escort that morning cancels your RPP coverage.

Feel free to call our office for full details about TLC’s RPP. We encourage you to take advantage of the protection plan, or secure more comprehensive insurance on your own, if desired.

TLC “FLY TRIPS”:

For any of our tours that involve flying, the connecting companies we use for our air tours offer their own insurance plans and instructions.  You will find that information listed on each tour’s page and/or flyer near the respective pricing and other pertinent details.  It is up to you, of course, whether or not you choose to take insurance out, but it is highly recommended.

PLEASE NOTE: Sometimes excellent trips with super itineraries are canceled when people wait ’til the last minute to put in their reservation. OUR monies are usually due at least 90 days ahead on “fly trips” and at least 45 days ahead on regular trips. If we don’t have enough signed up at that time, we have no choice but to cancel it. Then when you call later, it’s already too late… and disappointing for us all! Please help us and CALL EARLY – Thank you so much.

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5 Day North Carolina’s Outer Banks, Lighthouses and Sandy Beaches

Price for this Tour

Single: $2,250

Twin: $1,850

Triple: $1,650

6 Meals Included

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Tour# 24007

June 03-07, 2024

Overnight Stops

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Tour Highlights

Wright brothers memorial, jockey’s ridge state park, shopping in the town of duck, roanoke island festival park, fort raleigh national historic site, elizabethan gardens, bodie island light, cape hatteras light, cape hatteras national seashore, currituck lighthouse, 4 breakfasts and 2 dinners, if you would like to make a reservation for this tour, please fill out the form below and we will get back to you., important information, *if your tour travels outside the u.s. and/or involves cruise or air, we must have your full name as it appears on birth certificate, passport and/or driver license with photo..

*Please do not change boarding point without notifying ahead of time.

*See  General   Info  page for required deposit amounts.

*If you wish to use a credit card, after submitting your reservation, we will contact you by phone regarding credit card information. ​

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HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• 3 Nights in Nags Head
• Mackey's Ferry Peanuts
• Wright Brothers Memorial
• Jockey's Ridge State Park
• Bodie Island Lighthouse
• Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
• Elizabethan Gardens
• NC Aquarium at Manteo
• Roanoke Island Festival Park – Elizabeth II
• Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
• Tour the NC State Capitol or History Museum

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For a local historian’s perspective of Hatteras and Ocracoke islands, you won’t want to miss this bus tour of Hatteras Island. Island native Danny Couch leads tours in a 28-passenger mini-bus, telling fascinating stories and bits of island history along the way. Couch grew up on the island and is passionate about its history. The stories he tells will intrigue you. Tours include Chicamacomico (Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo), Kinnakeet (Avon), The Cape (Buxton), Hatteras Village, Ocracoke Island, Roanoke Island and a popular comprehensive OBX tour. Family groups are encouraged. Call ahead for more information or to organize a custom tour. Ticket prices range from $60 to $75, depending on the season and the tour. Call the number above for more information or to reserve your seat. 

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Experiencing North Carolina’s pristine coastline by air is a unique way to squeeze every last drop of fun from your getaway. With Outer Banks air tours , you can enjoy bird’s eye views of the area via kiteboards, paragliding, wing foiling, and hang-gliding. For an equally eye-catching, but admittedly less physical, experience opt for a helicopter or plane tour, including Cessnas and even an original WWII bi-plane trainer!

Outer Banks tours offer opportunities to take in the area’s beautiful surroundings by foot, horse, and automobile . Walking tours are a fantastic way to not only take in the sights but also learn about the region’s history and lore. Whether you want a designated guide or you’re the self-guided sort, travel back in time and learn about the area through stories and narrations. You can enjoy tours at all times of the day, including nighttime by candlelight.

The Outer Banks are extremely bike-friendly , which is why cycling enthusiasts love exploring the OBX on two wheels. Try biking on the beach or hitting one of the scenic bike paths that take you through the marsh, wooded areas, or even along the highway. Another popular option? Wild horse tours and horseback riding excursions offer an unforgettable experience that fuses untamed beauty with a taste of adventure. If you prefer driving (and ferrying), the Outer Banks Scenic Byway offers unparalleled looks at the area’s beaches, towns, and wildlife.

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Outer Banks Wild Horse Tours Corolla, NC

Outer banks wild horse tours in corolla, nc, with more terrain, no two tours are ever the same..

IF YOU LIKE HISTORY, ECOLOGY, & ADVENTURE, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED.

Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive open-air Hummers with one of our seasoned guides in search of the Colonial Spanish Mustangs! View the horses in their natural environment as we transport you into three distinct ecosystems teeming with wildlife accessible only by off-road vehicles.

Tour with us to find the Outer Banks Wild Corolla Spanish Mustang Horses and discover some of the most unique sights OBX has to offer. Our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides take you onto pristine northern beaches that are accessible only with a 4×4 off-road vehicle. Book your tour online today!

OUTER BANKS WILD HORSE TOUR

off-road Hummer adventure in Corolla, NC

Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive open-air Hummers with one of our seasoned guides in search of the Colonial Spanish Mustangs! View the horses in their natural environment as we venture into three distinct ecosystems teeming with wildlife accessible only by off-road vehicles.

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Clock 2 Hours

Bus Up to 13 Passengers

ABOUT WILD HORSE ADVENTURE TOURS

Voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor

Wild Horse Adventure Tours is proud to offer Hummer Adventure Tours. Navigate the picturesque Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive, open-air, 13-passenger Hummers. Our hummers provide 4X4 transportation, led by one of our seasoned guides, taking you on a journey in search of the Colonial Spanish Mustang (Banker) Horses.

Thanks to the superior capabilities of our custom-designed, open-air Hummer H1s, we can access previously unreachable ecosystems, each teeming with diverse wildlife. Our new exclusive transportation rights to the Wild Horse Sanctuary in Swan Beach allow us to view these majestic horses in their natural habitat, offering an unparalleled viewing experience.

Safety and comfort are paramount in our transportation design. Our Hummer H1 vehicles have been meticulously customized for maximum safety and comfort. Each seat is equipped with seat belts and restraint systems suitable for child seats. Unlike traditional boat-style bench seats or plastic bucket seats, our vehicles feature actual car seats. An additional upper glass windshield and soft-top afford a 360-degree view, enhancing your adventure. With more legroom than any standard SUV, 21-inch wide seats, and a stadium seating configuration, we ensure ultimate comfort and visibility for every passenger.

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Over 10,000+ 5-star reviews from our previous customers!

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TOP-RATED OUTER BANKS WILD HORSE TOURS

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This was such an awesome unique experience. I’ve personally been around horses and ridden horses many times but to see them in the wild is definitely a new experience. My kids had a lot of fun on the hummer ride right on the beach. Loved our guide and his silly pirate jokes.

This was our first trip to to the Outer Banks and one of the few "experiences" we had planned. I was really looking forward to this and my husband was quite skeptical. By the end of the tour he was amazed and had a great time! We cannot say enough good things about our tour guide Stu. Very knowledgeable not only about the history of Corolla and the horses.

Really fun ride on the sandy beaches and lanes of this wild horse sanctuary. Stu rocks as a tour guide, being very knowledgeable and a great guy. We saw lots of horses and learned a lot. Highly recommend. It was early November so appreciated being layered.

This was our second time doing this tour with Richard and it was the highlight of our trip! He is such a great guide and we saw several groups of beautiful horses. He does a great job of explaining the laws that help keep the horses safe and is very passionate in his job! Can't wait to come back again.

Agree with all the other reviews. This tour is absolutely worth the extra money. Our tour guide was amazing and WORKED IT to find the horses for us on our tour. Thanks for the tip to bring a warm coat! Phenomenal tour.

Great tour! Nice and knowledgeable staff. Well worth the investment. We appreciated the fact that the owners and our guide were locals to the area. Our guide Stu really cared about the preservation and protection of the wildlife in Corolla. Highly recommend this company! Thank you for the anniversary experience!

Sit back and enjoy the exhilarating ride down a 4WD beach with the wind blowing through your hair and the surf by your side. Our guide Karen was great, her driving skills are amazing. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Although I did not see the picturesque bucking mustangs on the beach, this was an AWESOME tour. Definitely recommend!

Excellent tour for those who want to learn about the wild mustangs and see Corolla. Rode onto the beach, which was amazing and found tons of horses. Richard did an excellent job teaching us about the history of the horses and the local area. Would highly recommend this tour for the learning experience and seeing horses that come from 500 years ago.

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OUTER BANKS KAYAK ADVENTURES

Kayak & sup ecotours.

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OUTER BANKS KAYAK ADVENTURE

Join our paddling & kayaking adventures, get on the water with our outer banks tours.

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POPULAR OUTER BANKS KAYAK TOURS

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Birding Tour on Milltail at Alligator River Refuge

Embark on an engaging and leisurely paddle for an up-close view of birds, wildlife, and plants with your birding guide. En route, you will also learn about bird identification, bird migration, and the rich history of logging and moonshiners in this area.

• Hour Glass 1.5 Hours

Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest & Marsh Tour

This is an ideal​ Outer Banks kayak and SUP tour ​​for ​young children and beginner paddlers. We paddle at a relaxed pace and the trees provide excellent protection from the wind, even on ​​gusty​ days.

Alligator River Refuge at Buffalo City

This is our maximum adventure tour! Explore this unusual habitat and learn about its exotic wildlife. Alligators call this refuge home along with black bears and endangered red wolves.

Alligator River Refuge at Milltail Creek

Discover a hidden gem on a kayak tour through the Alligator River Refuge at Milltail Creek, a haven for diverse bird species and wildlife.

Sunset Kayak & SUP Tours

Kayak or SUP the marshes of the Roanoke Sound and Cape Hatteras National Seashore at sunset. This beautiful area of the Outer Banks is known for its abundance of coastal birds including terns, pelicans, and ibis.

Roanoke Island Tour

This fun and educational kayak and SUP tour will enthrall you as we paddle along the scenic canals and marshes of Roanoke Island.

Bioluminescence & Full Moon Night Kayak Tour

Our nighttime kayak tours give you the perfect opportunity to experience an Outer Banks full moon or bioluminescence in the water.

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Kayak & SUP Tour

Our Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge kayak and SUP tour is the best way to explore this birder’s paradise. Pea Island is a small barrier island located at the northern end of Hatteras on the Outer Banks.

Oregon Inlet Tour

If you’re looking for a fantastic and educational Outer Banks kayak tour, look no further! This tour navigates the winding marshes and sandy shoals of the Oregon Inlet and has the opportunity to see wildlife both above and below the shallow waters of the sound.

Outer Banks Kayak Adventures kayak rentals are all premium brands. We use Sit-on-top Perception Tribe Kayaks for touring and Pescdor Pro 12.0 Fishing Kayaks with built-in seats & seat backs. Our SUPs (Stand-up Paddleboards) are top-of-the-line Boardworks brands.

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Make vacation memories with your family and friends that will last a lifetime.

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We offer a premium guided eco-tour experience for an affordable price.

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The Outer Banks are simply beautiful. You’ve never seen nature like this before.

Outer Banks Kayak Adventures was created from a passion for nature and paddling and the desire to share meaningful outdoor experiences with others. Book our Outer Banks tours!

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OUR OUTER BANKS TOUR IS #1 OF 19 TOURS IN KILL DEVIL HILLS ★★★★★

Coastal forest tour was peaceful and easy. Gavin, our guide, is a gem. Perfect for a change from the beach.

Awesome Alligator River kayak trip with guide Tiger. He was full of knowledge about the area and made the tour both fun and educational with cool stories. We only saw one alligator but it was a good one! About 5-6 feet long laying up on a grassy bank in the sun. We paddled right by him.

This was such an amazing trip through a peaceful area of marsh filled with interesting wildlife. Our guide, Gavin, was the best!! Very informative and engaging.

GAVIN was wonderful. Kind, fun and informative. You cannot possibly go wrong with one of his tours!

We had a large group and really enjoyed our 2 hour trip with tour guide Gavin! My 5 year old also did great in a tandem kayak with grandpa. Would recommend as something fun to do for anyone coming to OBX.

My daughter and I had a great time. Our guide, Stephanie was awesome! Very knowledgeable and friendly. She made it a great experience for us.

We had an absolutely great experience with Outer Banks Kayak Adventures! We ended up booking the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest and Marsh Kayak tour and loved it. We had Cora as our guide and she made the effort to personally check in on everyone and make small talk and make sure we're all having a good time.

The views were gorgeous. Our tour guide Erika was the best!! She was so knowledgeable about the area, great at pointing out wildlife along our route, answered any/all questions our group had and was super easy to talk and connect with.

We really enjoyed our tour guide, Gavin. He was friendly, engaging, and knowledgeable of the area. The marshes were so peaceful with a variety of birds and plants to enjoy. The covered bridge has a humerous story.

Beside myself being late to my scheduled Sunset kayaking tour due to the emailed address being faulty. Our tour guide was wonderful, helpful and informative. This adventure from OBKA was a definite must.

We had a great first time kayaking experience with Gavin through the Kitty Hawk Maritime forest. Gavin was funny and had plenty of knowledge to share about the plant and animal species in the marsh. The tour was very relaxing and a great pace for first timers and kids.

Great trip and the weather turned out gorgeous (looked a tad bit iffy in the early morning). Thanks to our super guide Stephanie, she made the trip very interesting and fun!

When we showed up we saw the tour headed out! Gavin rowed back to get us in the water and catch up to the group. We had a great time gliding down the brackish water and listening to Gavin's anecdotes. We saw a deer, a cotton mouth snake, an egret, and an osprey at its nest. Gavin informed us that an osprey (his favorite fowl) has an extra bone in its neck that keeps the bird from breaking its neck when he hunts for fish.

Our guide Gavin was exceptional, couldn't have asked for anyone better. Had great, organic conversations with him throughout our journey, and i was extremely pleased with his level of knowledge on the local fauna and flora of the area. We will definitely be booking with them for a future adventure.

A relaxing fun outing. Stephanie was a great guide she was patient with new paddlers and engaged the experienced as well. Interesting facts and beautiful scenery in the canal and sound.

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Outer Banks Excursions

See a different side of the Outer Banks by boat with Outer Banks Excursions! Relax and enjoy the scenery, escape to a sandbar, see the islands from the water or marvel at our breathtaking sunsets. You’re in safe hands with Captain Len. Experience the Outer Banks by boat! Captain Len has been on the water all his life and comes from a long...

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Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest dolphin boat­, with a canopied top, cushioned seats and restroom. Sunset Dolphin Cruises runs...

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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a...

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Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

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Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge grassy lawn, restrooms, showers, a 200 foot pier and plenty of room for you to spend the day. Since...

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Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit...

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Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a factual narration on the bottlenose dolphin, a type of dolphin found along the Atlantic coast...

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Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots to catch blue crabs and trawl for shrimp the same way that the local commercial fishermen do...

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The Pavilion at Pirates Cove Marina

The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is a beautiful event venue with waterfront views from every seat. When planning a wedding on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, there is no other location that can compare to...

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Crystal Dawn Head Boat

Climb Aboard the Crystal Dawn Head Boat and Enjoy an Awesome Day of Head Boat Fishing or an Amazing Sunset Cruise! Bring the Whole Family! Fish for a variety of species, including spot, croaker, flounder...

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• Lighthouse 5K Series July 17th, 2024 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and oysters on the half shell. Steamers include lobster, crawfish, crab legs, oysters, mussels and shrimp. Order up a shrimp basket or a fresh fish dish – grilled or fried. Sundogs is very proud of their hamburgers, and while they will top it with all the fixings, you don’t need a thing atop one of these babies to enjoy it.

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Ghost Tours on the Outer Banks, NC

Outer banks ghost tour.

Join us on the most haunted Outer Banks ghost tour and discover what makes the Outer Banks the spookiest beach in America! Your guide will entertain with thrilling stories on a walk around the downtown area.

• Hour Glass 1.25 hours
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Other Activities in the area

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Morning Dolphin Watch

Outer banks cruises.

Embark on a captivating Morning Dolphin Watch with Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny. Guaranteed dolphin sightings in protected waters from June to October. A memorable adventure awaits!

Afternoon Dolphin Watch

Prepare for an unforgettable Afternoon Dolphin Watch with Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny. Cruise in protected waters for guaranteed dolphin sightings. Available June to October. Reserve your spot now for an extraordinary marine adventure!

• Hour Glass 1 Hour 30 Mins

Manteo Historic Candlelight Walking Tour

Manteo historic walking tour.

Step into history with the Manteo Historic Candlelight Walking Tour led by retired Police Chief D’Ambra. Explore 450+ years of living history, from The Lost Colony to moonshine tales. Voted a favorite outdoor activity!

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Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

Get ready for a thrilling adventure on this Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Learn from experienced guides how to pull crab pots and trawl for shrimp. Discover local wildlife while exploring the scenic Roanoke Sound and Croatan Sound. Book now for a memorable family experience!

Sunset Dolphin Watch

Experience the enchantment of a Sunset Dolphin Watch aboard The Captain Johnny with Captain Stuart Wescott. Glide through protected waters for guaranteed dolphin sightings. Available June to October. Book now for an unforgettable adventure at sea!

About our OBX Ghost Tour

Our walking tours are something your family will be talking about for the rest of the summer!

You’ll be entertained as our enthusiastic guides lead you through downtown Manteo telling the spooky stories that make the Outer Banks one of the most haunted beaches in America! You even get to use a real ghost detector!

Top-Rated Walking Ghost Tour in Manteo

We really enjoyed our tour! Our guide provided us with great info on the area, interesting historical facts, and a few ghostly tales. And I’m pretty sure I caught a ghostly image in a window during the tour! I expected more scary tales, but we definitely enjoyed our tour!

Julia was our tour guide and she did a fantastic job. She was extremely knowledgeable about everything she was telling and also threw in some humor to keep us entertained. This was a very fun tour; even for those who aren’t big into haunted stuff, you still learn so much history during the tour that makes it enjoyable for everyone.

My Girlfriend and I had lots of fun on this tour, which features some great local legends and historical tales. Our tour guide Julia was enthusiastic and did an excellent job of keeping things interesting. Our tour lasted approximately an hour and a half. Would highly recommend it!

We did the ghost tour our last night in the outer banks, we have two sons 11 & 15. We all enjoyed the tour and had a great time. Julia was our guide and she was fantastic and explained a lot of historical info as well as ghost stories. I highly recommend this tour, its fun, it's educational, and it's something different to do!!!