MASONBORO ISLAND PADDLE & EXPLORE

Embark on an unforgettable adventure as your guide takes you on a journey across the Intracoastal Waterway, navigating through a fascinating labyrinth of subtidal and intertidal zones along the sound side of the island. After landing on the island, we’ll carefully traverse the dunes and foredunes until we reach the Atlantic Ocean, where you might encounter Loggerhead sea turtle nests and ghost crabs on the sandy beach. Keep an eye out for rare species, including the American Oystercatcher, Black Skimmer, and Wilson’s Plover. Atlantic bottlenose and Tamanend's dolphins often grace both the sound and ocean sides of Masonboro Island, offering magical sightings. This 3.5-4-hour excursion includes 4 miles of paddling and about 1.5 hours of exploration on the island—whether you’re swimming in the surf, hunting for shells and shark teeth, or simply relaxing on the beach.