Dolphins in Beaufort NC

Lookout Cruises offers daily sailing excursions departing historic Beaufort for up to 42 passengers on a 45-foot catamaran with cushioned seating, plenty of shade and large clean restrooms on board. This year, they celebrate their 26th season on the Beaufort waterfront.

Let Lookout Cruises create a memorable sail on the North Carolina Coast complete with cool breezes, saltwater and breathtaking scenery.

Dolphin Watch
Lookout Cruises offers a daily morning sail up the Newport River to a place where the dolphin come to play year after year. These dolphin are familiar friends to Lookout Cruises. Recognized by their individual dorsal fins, they’ve even named a few! Just a few feet from the boat, you can watch the dolphin playing together in their natural habitat. This trip is great for adults and children of all ages.

The cruise departs daily from the Beaufort waterfront.

Drive Time
6 min.
Distance from Hotel
2.2 miles

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