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Chincoteague to Assateague Boat Tour & Kayak Tour Adventure

Discover Assateague on the Assateague Explorer boat tour or kayak tour from Chincoteague, Virginia. Wild pony tour, dolphin cruise and kayaking on your vacation.  

Chincoteague to Assateague Boat Tour & Kayak Tour

Discover Assateague on the Assateague Explorer boat tour or kayak tour from Chincoteague, Virginia. Wild pony tour, dolphin cruise and kayaking on your vacation.

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Assateague Explorer

Assateague Boat Tour & Kayak Tour

Wild ponies. vast terrain. no crowds. complete bliss..

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PONY EXPRESS NATURE CRUISE

9:30am • 12:30pm • 2:30pm.

8:30am • 1:30pm • SunsetYou will love kayaking where Assateague’s wild horses & wildlife live. Enjoy spectacular scenery on the guided kayak tour that offers unique memories.

ASSATEAGUE KAYAK TOUR

8:30am • 1:30pm • sunset.

Explore scenic coastal areas of Chincoteague Island and Assateague, where a wonderland of spectacular unspoiled waterways await you with a spectacular sunset. Relax and take in the local scenery and natural splendor here in Virginia.

SUNSET WILDLIFE CRUISE

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ASSATEAGUE CRUISE & KAYAK TOUR

Since 2001, we have taken thousands of visitors to enjoy this beautiful barrier island of Assateague that many people fall in love with. The Assateague cruise & kayak tour is located in the historic town of Chincoteague Island, Virginia, which is right next to the scenic southern half of Assateague Island and the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. The tour is operated between Assateague & Chincoteague Island in the protected Assateague Channel, taking you to the best spots for wild ponies, eagles and other shorebirds. Assateague Lighthouse & dolphins that are frequently seen during summer/fall are a nice addition to our expedition. Explore the sheltered waterways along the backside of Assateague and discover the areas where you can only access by boat.

Assateague ponies in front of the Assateague Lighthouse

EXPERIENCE WILD PONIES

Visit Chincoteague, Virginia during your vacation to Ocean City, Maryland, Virginia Beach or Washington D.C. The Assateague Explorer nature cruise and kayak tour along Assateague Island make your visit to Assateague the trip of a lifetime. We are located just 1 hour south of Ocean City, Maryland, 2 hours north of Virginia Beach and 3 1/2 hours south of Washington D.C. Explore the wonders and beauty that make this area in Virginia so special. Join the Assateague cruise & kayak tour to experience wild ponies and Assateague’ s wildlife. We love sharing Assateague’s ponies and natural resources with the world. Relax and take in the spectacular scenery. Each day offers unique memories. There are many places to stay and eat nearby the National Park, beach and Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Assateague and Chincoteague are different from any other destination in Virginia. 

Best Chance to See Wild Ponies

“Assateague Explorer is your best chance to see wild ponies because you are able to go along the waterways where wild ponies live.”

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DISCLAIMER: We are Chincoteague’s ONLY small group kayak tour company. It is recommended you book in advance as spots can fill up fast. It is also recommended that you have adequate physical fitness to enjoy kayaking in tidal currents that surround Chincoteague and Assateague.

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Small group educational kayak tours.

Assateague Adventures believes in quality over quantity. Which is exactly why we started the only kayak company on Chincoteague that specializes in small group kayak tours (up to 12 people), where we believe guests deserve to feel like family and learn everything about the islands! Having a tour with lower capacity means we are able to build connections with our guests, easily search for wildlife, learn more about the history and ecosystem, and provide the most memorable, personal, and hands on experience we can offer! Being the only kayak company on Chincoteague that feels personal means not only do you get to see more, but also learn more, as our passion at Assateague Adventures is education about our ecosystem and history of Assateague and Chincoteague Island.

We focus on the education of wildlife, lore, and history of the island, all while navigating you to the best locations given the tides and winds. We want to make sure you have an Adventure to remember! We recommend you booking if you're looking for an up-close experience with nature and have good physical aptitude! Assateague Island and it's waterways host an abundance of wildlife including ponies, dolphins, a diverse variety of birds, marine species and so much more! Although, we can never guarantee what wildlife we will see, we do our best to actively search for them in the areas they frequent.

Chincoteague Island Morning Kayak Tour

Morning Tour

Come and explore with us on our morning tour, you have a chance to beat the heat and start your day with a fantastic workout coupled with a sightseeing adventure!

Chincoteague Island Afternoon Kayak Tour

Afternoon Tour

Join us for our afternoon kayak tour as we search for wildlife, discuss the history and ecology of the area. The best thing about this tour is that it’s not too early and also not too late in the day so you can sleep on and still make plans for a relaxing evening.

Chincoteague Island Sunset Kayak Tour

Sunset Tour

Our customer favorite for good reason! Experience a beautiful Chincoteague Island sunset (weather permitting) with the colors and beauty reflecting off of the waters.

Our Promise

Assateague Adventures values your safety, we will always choose the best route depending on winds and tides to ether see the lighthouse, travel in the marsh coves, or explore the private beach and look for what the tide has uncovered! Current and wind may make this to be a challenging activity so it is always best to be physically fit and know your limits.

Why Choose Us

What sets Assateague Adventures apart is the experience, we believe that smaller group kayak tours are ideal to learn more about our ecosystem and history on our guided tours! Being the only kayak company on Chincoteague that provides small group kayak tours means we value quality over quantity and an experience for you to cherish.

Want to customize your tour for an event?

Assateague Adventures offers completely private group tours accommodating up to any number for your outing! Just call to book for this one!

We offer some of the best prices when it comes to kayak rentals! We feel our customers need time to explore this beautiful area, and that’s why we give a half day and full day option when renting with Assateague Adventures! We can deliver to you or meet you at our mobile ramp at Memorial Park! We will let you know which way is best suitable for tides and winds as well if you would like.

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Assateague Tours on Chincoteague Island is the biggest and highly recognized kayak outfitter on the Eastern Shore of Virginia offering premium kayak rentals as well as daily Kayak Eco Tours throughout Chincoteague and Assateague waterways. Our Kayak Rentals and Kayak Eco Tours take off from 7512 East Side Road Chincoteague Island which is located conveniently right across the channel from Assateague Island and the Refuge.

Assateague Tours also offer Chincoteague Boat Tours around the islands. The Chincoteague Boat Tours go to the most remote locations to tour the great marshlands of Chincoteague & Assateague. We go around the island to find the world-famous Chincoteague ponies and the biggest collection of native birds on the east coast. We have 6 daily boat tours that take off from Chincoteague Island and all boat tours last 1-1.5 hrs long. We have one of the fastest tour boats in Chincoteague so it doesn't take long to see all the grand scenes around the islands. The tour price would be $69 per person and reservations are always advised. The boat tours fill up fast so call today to book your grand Chincoteague adventure. The Chincoteague Boat Tours depart from 7512 Eastside road Chincoteague Va. If you are looking for the boat tour of a lifetime, come and experience the islands with us. This will be the best thing you do on vacation so call today.

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Assateague Tours take out adventurist tourists to visit the islands around Chincoteague Island and Assateague Island. We see the wild Chincoteague ponies as well as the Assateague lighthouse and all the nature the National Wildlife Refuge has to offer.  

Kayaking is also great for couples who like to spend some quality, romantic, and relaxing time being surrounded by nothing but each other and nature. We can show you how to get to a private secluded beach where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the islands.  

Assateague Tours has the biggest selection of premium and brand name kayaks on Chincoteague Island. In our selection we have single kayaks as well as doubles and we have sit in kayaks as well as the sit on top models. In our selection you will also find canoes and paddleboards. We can help you decide which option would be the most convenient for you and your family and friends. Renting kayaks is a great way to take your time, relax, and simply kayak at your own pace around the island. It's perfect for couples and families with kids.

If you don't feel comfortable to go on your own, we would be happy to take you and your kids for a guided Kayak Eco Tour.

Assateague Tours offers the best kayak eco tours along Chincoteague Island and the Assateague coast. Assateague Tours will take you to remote areas of the National refuge for pony watching or bird watching. We will get you up close and personal with the wild Chincoteague ponies and all the wildlife Assateague Island has to offer. Just call us at 757-336-6176 and ask for the daily tour times and prices.

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Why assateague island tours.

Assateague Island Tours was created to share Assateague's beauty and provide a different experience for those visiting the barrier island. Our goal is to help you turn off your mind and truly enjoy your day while leaving the planning to us.

Throughout our years of traveling to Assateague Island and onto the OSV, we've seen countless people become refreshed and reenergized after visiting the island and experiencing all that it has to offer. It opens up a new perspective for those that visit, and many are pleasantly surprised that a place like Assateague Island exists in Maryland. Being less than a three hour drive from three of the largest cities, Washington DC, Baltimore, and Philadelphia, and open year-round, the island offers an escape for those looking for a unique experience. Driving off road over sand is a special adventure many don't ever get to experience. Sharing a true Assateague experience immersed in nature and away from the crowds is our goal and what has driven us to create this experience.

We are the first and only commercially authorized tour operator to provide guided tours into Assateague Island National Seashore and onto the OSV*. We are customer-first with the goal to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly tours to Assateague Island that include surfing, relaxing, bird watching, horse viewing, and much more. Whether you are here for the summer or looking to escape for the day, we are perfect for those looking for something different. Your experience is what matters to us most!

Please see the Activities / Day Tours  page for our trips!

*We are one of a number of private businesses authorized within Assateague Island National Seashore by written agreement to provide appropriate recreational services to Seashore visitors. Please direct all inquiries and comments related to the quality of these services within the Seashore to the Superintendent, Assateague Island National Seashore, 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, MD 21811.

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FUN FOR ALL

80 minute cruise on the coastal bays.

• Wild ponies in their natural habitat

• Explore Assateague Island

• Marine animal touch tank

• Bird watching

• Learn about the eco system

• See the fishing boats go by

• Navigate OC's commercial fishing harbor

Life jackets

Comfortable seating

Clean restrooms

Trained professional crew

Sodas and bottled water available for purchase

Quiet engine

Adult:  $21.00 

  Children 4-12:  $13.00

Seniors(65+):  $17.00 Children 3 and under:  FREE

Landing Fee: Included in Price

PRIVATE CHARTERS

We handle all types of parties;

birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette,

reunions & more. Catering Available.

Private Nature Cruise 80 Passenger Capacity $600.00 Spring and Fall* $700.00 Summer* (*$1 per Person Federal

Landing Fee Additional*) Private Charter Cruise 65 Passenger Capacity $700.00 (2 hour minimum) $100.00 each additional hour

*Prices and Schedule times are subject to change without notice.

DEPARTURES                9:00          10:30          12:30           2:30          4:00          5:30  

Spring (5/21-6/13) 7 Days a Week

Summer (6/14-9/3)

Monday-Friday

Summer (6/14-9/6)

Saturday, Sunday

Fall (9/7-9/26) 7 Days a Week

Fall (9/27-10/10) Friday, Saturday, Sunday

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Fun for the entire family.

Crab Eco Tour Assateague Island

The OC Explorer offers unique eco tours on the Sinepuxent Bay. Step aboard and enjoy an eighty minute cruise that departs from the Talbot Street Pier and cruises through the commercial fishing harbor and up the Sinepuxent Bay, along the backside of Assateague Island. Catch a glimpse of wild ponies in their natural habitat, explore Assateague Island, dredge for clams, bird watch, learn about the eco system & get “hands on” with the on-board touch tank!

The OC Explorer has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable tour. Equipped with clean bathrooms, comfortable seating, life jackets and a knowledgable and professional crew; you can sit back, take in the salty air and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience.

Snug Harbor offers the best kayak eco tours along Chincoteague and Assateague Islands.. Snug Harbor will take you to remote areas of the National refuge for ponywatching or birdwatching. Snug Harbor eco tours will get you up close and personal with the wild Chincoteague ponies and all the wildlife Assateague Island has to offer.   Just call us at 757-336-6176 and ask for the daily tour times and prices or you can click on the picture below to book online! Come and see the wild ponies with us!

Snug Harbor  tour taking off in the early morning to find some wild ponies along Assateague Island. The Assateague Eco tour is great for exploring the islands and finding the wild Chincoteague ponies.  

Snug Harbor Marina on Chincoteague island is the biggest and highly recognized kayak outfitter in the Assateague area offering premium kayak rentals as well as daily Kayak Eco Tours throughout Chincoteague and Assateague waterways. Our Kayak Rentals and Kayak Eco Tours take off from Snug Harbor Marina which is located conveniently right across the channel from Assateague Island and the Refuge.

We will provide you life vests, paddles and a water map and you would be all ready to go for an exciting adventure with nature. Snug Harbor  has a private kayak ramp for easy access to the water. In a matter of minutes you could see the world famous wild Chincoteague ponies feeding on the marsh. You wouldn't believe how close to them you can get. It's definitely an unforgettable experience. Especially for kids...they always absolutely love it. Besides the ponies you can also see bald eagles, egrets, hawks, ospreys and all kinds of wild rare birds nesting around. We could give you suggestions where to go, where are the best spots to explore and how to follow the channels. It's nothing complicated, you can do it! Just call Snug Harbor 757-336-6176.

Kayaking is also great for couples who like to spend some quality, romantic and relaxing time being surrounded by nothing but each other and nature. We can show you how to get to a private secluded beach where you can enjoy the piece and quiet of the islands. Come on a grand adventure today.

Call Snug Harbor Marina for kayak rentals 757-336-6176.

Snug Harbor Marina has the biggest selection of premium and brand name kayaks on Chincoteague Island. In our selection we have single kayaks as well as doubles and we have sit in kayaks as well as the sit on top models. In our selection you will also find Old Town canoes. We can help you decide which option would be the most convenient for you and your family and friends. Renting kayaks is a great way to take your time, relax and simply kayak at your own pace around the island. It's perfect for couples and families with kids.

If you don't feel comfortable to go on your own we would be happy to take you and your kids for a guided Kayak Eco Tour. Snug Harbor tours are planned to give our customers an educational, exciting and the most grand island adventure. It's a fun, family tour. We have the best and most experienced kayak instructors who will make sure you are comfortable and have one of the best Chincoteague experiences of your life. Don't worry if you have never done it before, you don't have to have any previous paddling experience. Our instructors will show you the best ways to navigate the waterways around Chincoteague island.

With our help you can learn basic paddling skills, kayaking techniques and enjoy kayaking with a group of people under the eye of an experienced guide. Our instructors will take you to the pristine areas of Assateague and Chincoteague and he will introduce you to the amazing beauty of the Refuge.

You will kayak into peaceful creeks and marshlands of Chincoteague island to discover many beautiful and remote places to find hidden treasures of nature. We would show you the best locations where you can see the wild ponies, many types of wild birds. On many of the tours around the islands you may even see the graceful dolphins playing around the shorelines of Assateague.

We also organize private, exclusive Kayak Eco Tours as well. We can arrange an exclusive kayak tour for your family, as well as for school field trips, birdwatchers, horse lovers or a group of friends. We do small or large group tours.

Don't hesitate to make a kayaking adventure with Snug Harbor a part of your island vacation, you won't regret! Nothing will give you a better opportunity to relax and see the wildlife and the beauty of Chincoteague and Assateague Island. With our experience and knowledge your kayaking experience with Snug Harbor will be exciting, very informative and definitely unforgettable. Our goal is to guide you through the outdoors in a fun and respectful manner. 

Call 757-336-6176 for bookings!

Snug Harbor Marina offers tours for large groups and small ones. If you are alone or maybe just a couple and you want to enjoy the great outdoors at your own pace we can book a special exclusive private eco tour and you can have all the wildlife to yourself. The best time to see the ponies would be the early tour! Call 757-336-6176 for bookings!

.....come and see the ponies up close !

Snug Harbor Marina Chincoteague Va 23336 757-336-6176 [email protected]

Our Cruises are the most affordable tour option on the Island. Book your Scenic Cruise Now

Daisey’s Island Cruises

Daisey's Island Cruises

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  • Most Affordable!!

Scenic Wildlife Boat Cruise – Large Capacity

This scenic cruise on our larger vessel offers equally beautiful and glorious sights of Chincoteague and Assateague Island!

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Choose Your Perfect Chincoteague Island Boat Tour

  • Offered once a year!
  • Swim Back Seats Still Available
  • Hour Glass 6 - 10 hours

Annual Pony Swim

Enjoy the comfort of the boat with the best vantage point possible as the wild ponies swim in the annual Chincoteague Pony Penning Round Up, Swim, and Swim Back!

  • Best for small groups

6 passenger Scenic Wildlife Boat Tour

Cruise with your native captain along the expansive inner coastline of Assateague Island, where the wild ponies live.

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Dolphin/ Adventure Tour

Search for dolphins, jump some waves, get wet, and have some fun on the water! This is a fast, fun experience on the water!

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Custom Cruises

Customize your experience. Book the whole boat for a private cruise.

The Martha Lou and Osprey II are our larger capacity pontoon boats with bathroom facilities on board.

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Charity Cruises

Support a local Cause!! We offer multiple charity events through out the year. Every cruise is unique with one common theme they are local and 100% of the proceeds got to that charity. Some have live music, some have catering. All are a great time! Cruises become available to book usually about a month before the event so check back or check out our Facebook for upcoming Charity Cruises.

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It’s Time for an Adventure

On our nature cruises, you get to experience Assateague Island and Chincoteague Island in a way that is simply not possible from land. Let us show you the hidden beauty and wildlife of these islands. At Daisey’s Island Cruises, our main goal is for you to have an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Our nature tours feature close-up views of the world-famous ponies, an abundant bird population, and beautiful sunsets… all from our exceptionally comfortable pontoon boats. We take you to where the famous Chincoteague Ponies live. Cruise all the best areas of Assateague Island for pony viewing, including rarely accessed areas to the north where many of the ponies live, maximizing your potential to encounter the wild ponies close up.

It is also common to see dolphins, bald eagles, and an array of other wildlife on our tours. Many of our customers tell us that our cruise was the highlight of their Chincoteague vacation! During the peak season, our tours fill up fast, so book your tour today!

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Excellent tour. Definitely do this while at Chincoteague. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Our tour guide was only 16 but extremely mature and full of information. They are so accommodating for all ages. And everyone was so nice to our four-legged companion.

This cruise was absolutely fantastic! We went on the small 6 person cruise. Our captain was the best. He took us to so many places, and he was so knowledgeable about Chincoteague and the native wildlife. We saw all sorts of birds plus lots of ponies. I would recommend this cruise to anyone.

We had a great time on the boat and saw the ponies up close. Capt. Bill gave us an interesting history lesson of the island, and we will definitely take another ride when we go back to Chincoteague. We went on the smaller boat with another family.

We had a great tour with Captain Russell! He pointed to the osprey and the bald eagle nests or roosting spots. He was able to get us as close as possible to the wild ponies! We would recommend the pontoon boat tour of Chincoteague and Virginia's side of Assateague.

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A Low-Priced Eco-Beach Adventure filled with Crabs Dinners and Wild Horse Sightseeing. This trip features three Seafood Meals including a traditional Eastern Shore Crab Feast. Naturalists will help you learn about the native wildlife as you visit both Assateague and Chincoteague Island where you may see wild ponies running on the beach. It’s a great getaway, book your space now.

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Day 1 – Ocean City, MD

Arrive in Ocean City, MD. Check into a Boardwalk Hotel for a three night stay. Dinner is included tonight at Harrison’s Harbor Watch Restaurant. Located on the Boardwalk at the Inlet in Ocean City, Maryland, they offer delicious fresh fish, steaks and seafood.  Following dinner, you will have a free evening to stroll the Boardwalk. (D)

Day 2 – Assateague Island

After breakfast this morning, meet your guide and head out for a tour of Assateague Island, home of the wild ponies. First, climb aboard “The Assateague Explorer” for an exciting eco-cruise around the Assawoman Bay. This cruise features a professional naturalist and onboard touch tank so you can discover and learn firsthand about the unique coastal eco-system.

Then you will land on Assateague Island for your guided tour. More than 300 wild ponies wander the beaches, inland pine forest, and salt marshes. Take advantage of the opportunity to view these horses in a natural habitat. You will also have the chance to stop at the Visitors Center.

Returning to the mainland, you will have time for shopping and lunch on own in the Historic Town of Berlin.

Then visit the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum. This historic building displays Ocean City’s past & the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service. Located at the southernmost end of Ocean City’s famed Boardwalk, the museum boasts one of the best views of the Inlet and of Assateague Island, along with the sites of the fishing fleet’s coming and going. Exhibits include: US Life-Saving Service of Delmarva Peninsula, Boardwalk of Yesterday, Surf’s Up, Aquarium Room, Children’s Discovery Room and much more.

This evening, dinner is a wonderful Eastern Shore Style Crab and Chicken Feast at the Red Roost Restaurant. (B,D)

Day 3 – Chincoteague Island

After breakfast, you will meet your guide for a tour of Chincoteague Island. First you stop at the Museum of Chincoteague for a peek at the historical and heritage of the Island.  Then take a narrated tour of the Island. You will enjoy viewing and photographing the ponies, birds, wildlife and sea life on and around the Islands. In addition to the ponies, you might see dolphin and bald eagles.  You will also stop at the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. There are a variety of exhibits and displays about the plants and animals that can be found at the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. There are interactive exhibits and a live eagle camera.

Lunch is included today is fresh local seafood at Don’s Seafood Restaurant, an island favorite.

Next you learn about man’s reach for the stars at the NASA’s Wallops Island Flight Facility.  Did you know they have launched more than 16,000 rockets here since 1945?  This island is home to the NASA launch range, the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport and several U.S. Navy facilities.  They resupply the International Space Station, they do scientific balloon research and they have been involved in Lunar Landings.  The Visitor’s Center and  and a driving tour are fascinating and serve as a great surprise to most people who are unaware this facility even exists.

Return to the hotel to freshen up before dinner. Tonight, dine at the charming Touch of Italy restaurant. (B,L,D)

Day 4 -Departure After breakfast, depart for home. (B)

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    The Assateague Explorer nature cruise and kayak tour along Assateague Island make your visit to Assateague the trip of a lifetime. We are located just 1 hour south of Ocean City, Maryland, 2 hours north of Virginia Beach and 3 1/2 hours south of Washington D.C. Explore the wonders and beauty that make this area in Virginia so special. Join the ...

  2. The OC Explorer

    The OC Explorer, visit Assateague Island by boat or book a boat party in Ocean City, Maryland! Fun For The Entire Family! The OC Explorer offers unique eco tours on the Sinepuxent Bay. Step aboard and enjoy an eighty minute cruise that departs from the Talbot Street Pier/M.R. Ducks and cruises through the commercial fishing harbor and up the ...

  3. THE BEST Assateague Island Eco Tours (Updated 2024)

    Top Assateague Island Eco Tours: See reviews and photos of Eco Tours in Assateague Island, Maryland on Tripadvisor.

  4. Assateague Island Tours

    Escape the crowds and enjoy a day or evening trip to Assateague Island and the OSV ("Over Sand Vehicle") / off road section. Turn off your mind and learn about Assateague's rich history while traveling to a more secluded location for a relaxing experience at the beach. Just bring your bathing suit, food and drinks!

  5. Kayak Rentals and Tours, Provisions at Assateague Island National

    Assateague Outfitters is a joint partnership between SuperFun Eco Tours and the Maryland Coastal Bays Program. Partial proceeds from this concession go towards supporting the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to protecting the bays behind Ocean City and Assateague Island.

  6. Assateague Wild Horse Tour

    Explore Assateague Island on a private guided tour. Adventure to see the Assateague wild horses. See parts of Assateague that are unknown to many. Learn about the island's rich history. Visit the MD/VA state line. Access the secluded and tranquil Assateague Island OSV. Be driven off road on the beach.

  7. Wildlife Centric Kayak Tours at Assateague Island National Seashore

    The Wildlife Discovery Tour provides the opportunity to explore Assateague's fascinating ecosystem. Learn about Assateague's natural and cultural history aboard your own kayak, or take a tandem kayak with a friend! This hands on, experiential tour focuses on marine species, birds, plants and of course, Assateague's famous Wild Horses*.

  8. Assateague Adventures

    Voted Chincoteague Island's #1 Kayak Tour! DISCLAIMER: We are Chincoteague's ONLY small group kayak tour company. It is recommended you book in advance as spots can fill up fast. It is also recommended that you have adequate physical fitness to enjoy kayaking in tidal currents that surround Chincoteague and Assateague. 757-990-5954.

  9. Boat Tours, Kayak Rentals

    Video. Call 757-336-6176. Assateague Tours on Chincoteague Island is the biggest and highly recognized kayak outfitter on the Eastern Shore of Virginia offering premium kayak rentals as well as daily Kayak Eco Tours throughout Chincoteague and Assateague waterways. Our Kayak Rentals and Kayak Eco Tours take off from 7512 East Side Road ...

  10. About

    Why Assateague Island Tours. Assateague Island Tours was created to share Assateague's beauty and provide a different experience for those visiting the barrier island. Our goal is to help you turn off your mind and truly enjoy your day while leaving the planning to us. Throughout our years of traveling to Assateague Island and onto the OSV, we ...

  11. Assateague Outfitters

    Embark on an unforgettable journey with Assateague Outfitters, your gateway to the natural wonders of Assateague Island. Located near Ocean City, MD, our full-service outfitter offers a variety of outdoor adventures to suit every explorer. Explore the island's pristine landscapes at your own pace with our kayak, canoe, stand-up paddleboard, and ...

  12. Assateague Adventure

    Fun for all Assateague Island Eco-Tours, the Assateague Explorer and Assateague Adventure. • Wild ponies in their natural habitat • Explore Assateague Island • Marine animal touch tank • Bird watching • Dredging for clams • Learn about the eco system • See the fishing boats go by • Navigate OC's commercial fishing harbor • Hands-on crab and crab pot demonstration

  13. Tour Tickets

    The OC Explorer offers unique eco tours on the Sinepuxent Bay. Step aboard and enjoy an eighty minute cruise that departs from the Talbot Street Pier and cruises through the commercial fishing harbor and up the Sinepuxent Bay, along the backside of Assateague Island. Catch a glimpse of wild ponies in their natural habitat, explore Assateague ...

  14. Assateague Adventures kayak tours & rentals

    The only kayak tour on Chincoteague that specializes in wildlife sightseeing with interactive education. We don't just focus on ponies (that we aren't ever guaranteed to see) but on the amazing ecology that we are. The only kayak company that prioritizes in quality over quantity! Chincoteague Island, Virginia. Contact.

  15. Assateague Island Tours

    About. Experience Assateague Island on a full day or half-day tour by off road vehicle to a secluded beach! Escape the crowds and travel through Assateague Island to enjoy a unique and different beach experience. Your guide tells you about Assateague Island's history, helps to see the famous horses, and will provide and setup all beach supplies ...

  16. Assateague Island Boat Cruise

    Assateague Island Nature Boat Cruise Climb aboard "The Assateague Explorer" for an exciting eco-cruise around the Assawoman Bay. Each cruise features a professional naturalist and on-board touch tank so you can discover and learn firsthand about our unique coastal eco-system. Join in on the adventure as we actually land on Assateague Island!

  17. Chincoteague Kayak Tours

    Snug Harbor eco tours will get you up close and personal with the wild Chincoteague ponies and all the wildlife Assateague Island has to offer. Just call us at 757-336-6176 and ask for the daily tour times and prices or you can click on the picture below to book online! Come and see the wild ponies with us!

  18. Daisey's Island Cruises

    On our nature cruises, you get to experience Assateague Island and Chincoteague Island in a way that is simply not possible from land. Let us show you the hidden beauty and wildlife of these islands. At Daisey's Island Cruises, our main goal is for you to have an enjoyable and memorable experience. Our nature tours feature close-up views of ...

  19. Things to Do in Assateague Island

    3. Assateague Island Tours. 65. 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours. Experience Assateague Island on a full day or half-day tour by off road vehicle to a secluded beach! Escape the crowds and travel through Assateague Island to enjoy a unique and different beach experience.

  20. Plan Your Visit

    For more details, download our Planning Your Visit brochure. Local Partners & Information Resources. Worcester County Tourism (800-852-0335) Chincoteague Island Chamber of Commerce (757-336-6161) Ocean City Chamber of Commerce (410-213-0552) Nearby Attractions. Assateague State Park (410) 641-2918.

  21. Starr Tours & Charters

    Assateague Island Nature Boat Cruise Climb aboard "The Assateague Explorer" for an exciting eco-cruise around the Assawoman Bay. Each cruise features a professional naturalist and on-board touch tank so you can discover and learn firsthand about our unique coastal eco-system. Join in on the adventure as we actually land on Assateague Island!

  22. An Ocean City, MD Eco-Tour

    A Low-Priced Eco-Beach Adventure filled with Crabs Dinners and Wild Horse Sightseeing. This trip features three Seafood Meals including a traditional Eastern Shore Crab Feast. Naturalists will help you learn about the native wildlife as you visit both Assateague and Chincoteague Island where you may see wild ponies running on the beach.