For those who want to bypass the crowds in Wilmington, but still want to get an overview of the area, this Eagle Island Narrated Boat Cruise is a great choice. Depending on what time you book, you’ll either cruise along the historic downtown and Eagle Island, or you’ll go under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. Both options provide live commentary for you to enjoy as you cruise. This trip begins and ends at 212 S Water St, in Wilmington, North Carolina. For more information or to book this activity, click here.
- Cruise the Cape Fear River from Wilmington to Eagle Island
- Live narration about the area’s history and ecology keeps you entertained
- Restrooms are on board your boat for convenience
- Choose from multiple afternoon cruise times to suit your schedule
If you book on the even hours we cruise north along the Historic Downtown and Eagles Island, where you see the past come alive. Capture unique views of the Battleship, learn about rice plantations, and view shipwrecks, flora, and fauna on this 50-minute adventure. This trip lasts about an hour and costs $21.00.
If you book on the odd hour, we head south under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge to the State Ports and learn the history of a WWII Wilmington shipyard along with current facts while watching tug boats, container ships, and pleasure boats. Bring your camera along; there are photo ops in every direction! For more information or to book this activity, click here.
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