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Spectacular Sightseeing
Sightseeing and water were made for each other, and in the Wilmington area we have a wealth of both. A number of the boats also can be chartered for scenic cruises or wildlife viewing. With an abundance of marshes and sounds plus the Cape Fear River and lots of smaller streams, there’s a wide variety of wildlife and interesting flora for nature lovers to appreciate.
An interesting way to explore the Cape Fear River is with Wilmington Water Tours on a state-of-the-art 46’ catamaran, which docks at the Cape Fear Riverwalk next to Chandler’s Wharf. With seating for up to 49 guests, the ship can be reserved for all types of special events, including corporate outings, weddings and receptions, birthdays and other fun events.
Another option is to take a trip on the Wrightsville Water Taxi, a catamaran docked on Wrightsville Beach. Passengers can ride to and from Masonboro Island, or can set up sunset or moonlight cruises.
If you seek a really inexpensive water journey, pile your family in the car and drive on down to Pleasure Island and take the ferry from Fort Fisher across the mouth of the Cape Fear River to Southport – a 25-minute ride and probably the best $5 you’ll ever spend.