Wilmington Cruises

Wilmington Water Tours

The “Wilmington” is the first and the finest state-of-the-art catamaran to serve Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. She has a wake canceling design and is fully enclosed for your comfort. Enjoy entertaining commentary, scenic views, and great drinks as we have a fun and relaxing tour on the Cape Fear River.

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Eagles Island Cruise

Join us on a scenic 50-minute narrated eco-history cruise featuring views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife daily.

Join us on a scenic 50-minute narrated eco-history cruise featuring views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife daily.

Eagles Island Cruise

Join us on a scenic 50-minute narrated eco-history cruise featuring views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife daily.

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History on the Cape Fear with Dr. Fonvielle

Join us for an immersive all day event with Dr. Fonvielle.

Join us for an immersive all day event with Dr. Fonvielle.

History on the Cape Fear with Dr. Fonvielle

Join us for an immersive all day event with Dr. Fonvielle.

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Pirates of the Cape Fear

Join us if you dare !

The Cape Fear coast has its own swashbuckler stories to tell. Join us to hear some from our local historian & author, Jack Fryar on this 2 hour cruise.

Pirates of the Cape Fear

The Cape Fear coast has its own swashbuckler stories to tell. Join us to hear some from our local historian & author, Jack Fryar on this 2 hour cruise.

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Fall on the NE Cape Fear

A Whale of a deal!

Travel up the NE Cape Fear river for an almost 2 hour Eco-History narrated cruise.

Fall on the NE Cape Fear

Travel up the NE Cape Fear river for an almost 2 hour Eco-History narrated cruise.

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Civil War Cruise and More!

Another History cruise with Dr. Chris Fonvielle

We will take you back in time & make history come alive.

Civil War Cruise and More!

We will take you back in time & make history come alive.

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Don't Miss This Cruise!

Civil War Prisoner Exchange

Let Dr. Fovielle take you back to 1865 when 8,684 Union soldiers were exchanged for an unknown number of confederate prisoners of war.

Dr.Fonvielle will discuss how Wilmington fell to the Union troops under the command of Maj. Gen. J. M. Schofield on February 22, 1865. And how on the following day word was sent to his Confederate counterpart, Gen. Robert F. Hoke, that he was prepared to receive prisoners of war “at the crossing of the Northeast Cape Fear River, on the main road from Wilmington to Goldsborough.”

Civil War Prisoner Exchange

Dr.Fonvielle will discuss how Wilmington fell to the Union troops under the command of Maj. Gen. J. M. Schofield on February 22, 1865. And how on the following day word was sent to his Confederate counterpart, Gen. Robert F. Hoke, that he was prepared to receive prisoners of war “at the crossing of the Northeast Cape Fear River, on the main road from Wilmington to Goldsborough.”

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Live Music!

Sunset Cruise with Live Acoustic Music

The perfect way to end a day or start an evening on the town!

The perfect way to end a day or start an evening on the town!

Sunset Cruise with Live Acoustic Music

The perfect way to end a day or start an evening on the town!

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Private: Early Flight Excursion

the forever changing flora, fauna & birds

Come celebrate Fall on this cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River.

Private: Early Flight Excursion

Come celebrate Fall on this cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River.

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Full Moon Cruise

The movement of the tides and moon energizes and stirs the imagination.

The movement of the tides and moon energizes and stirs the imagination.

Full Moon Cruise

The movement of the tides and moon energizes and stirs the imagination.

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Private: Champagne Sunset Cruise

Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunset over the Cape Fear River while sipping a glass of champagne( served in…

Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunset over the Cape Fear River while sipping a glass of champagne( served in a souvenir cup).

Private: Champagne Sunset Cruise

Enjoy the breathtaking view of the sunset over the Cape Fear River while sipping a glass of champagne( served in a souvenir cup).

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By Land & Water

Visit three of Wilmington's favorite attractions with one discounted ticket!

Visit three of Wilmington's favorite attractions with one discounted ticket!

By Land & Water

Visit three of Wilmington's favorite attractions with one discounted ticket!

Private: Azalea Firecracker Cruise

Southern Charm

Wind down after the Azalea festivities and join us for an exciting night on the river.

Private: Azalea Firecracker Cruise

Wind down after the Azalea festivities and join us for an exciting night on the river.

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Black River Cruise

Nature Lovers Dream Cruise

4-hour excursion complete with breathtaking scenery.

Black River Cruise

4-hour excursion complete with breathtaking scenery.

From $49 More Info »

Breakfast with the Birds

For a novice to a long-time nature lover, you will appreciate the birdlife our area has to offer.

For a novice to a long-time nature lover, you will appreciate the birdlife our area has to offer.

Breakfast with the Birds

For a novice to a long-time nature lover, you will appreciate the birdlife our area has to offer.

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Private: Mother’s Day Dessert Cruise

Hug your MOM

Don't let the celebration end after brunch is over, instead take Mom on a 1.5-hour Dessert Cruise!

Private: Mother’s Day Dessert Cruise

Don't let the celebration end after brunch is over, instead take Mom on a 1.5-hour Dessert Cruise!

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Private: 4th of July Firecracker Cruise

Festive 4th of July celebrations on the river!

Festive 4th of July celebrations on the river!

Private: 4th of July Firecracker Cruise

Festive 4th of July celebrations on the river!

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Private: Easter Celebration Sunset

A relaxing 90-min sunset cruise is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday.

A relaxing 90-min sunset cruise is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday.

Private: Easter Celebration Sunset

A relaxing 90-min sunset cruise is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday.

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Private: Fathers Day Hot Dog Cruise

Treat your Dad

Give your Dad the ultimate gift this Father's Day with our Father's Day Hot Dog Cruise!

Private: Fathers Day Hot Dog Cruise

Give your Dad the ultimate gift this Father's Day with our Father's Day Hot Dog Cruise!

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Private: Sea Leland Again !

New Addition

This is a 90-min cruise where you will be introduced to the history & lore of this area.

Private: Sea Leland Again !

This is a 90-min cruise where you will be introduced to the history & lore of this area.

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Wine Tasting

90-min wine tasting as you cruise the Cape Fear River Tasting 5 wines paired with little nibbles

90-min wine tasting as you cruise the Cape Fear River Tasting 5 wines paired with little nibbles

Wine Tasting

90-min wine tasting as you cruise the Cape Fear River Tasting 5 wines paired with little nibbles

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Wilmington Water Tours

910-338-3134 [email protected]

212 South Water Street Wilmington, NC 28401

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