Our Public Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise offers a relaxed, shared way to experience the waters of the Outer Banks. This cruise focuses on dolphin watching, wildlife viewing, and scenic sound cruising, perfect for guests looking to enjoy the water in a social setting.
The Public Cruise follows a laid-back pace, cruising the sound while searching for dolphins and coastal wildlife. While less customizable than private charters, it still delivers the calm, enjoyable experience Old Man Charters is known for.
Cruise the sound in search of dolphins while enjoying a relaxed group experience on the water.
Spot pelicans, ospreys, shorebirds, and other wildlife common to the Outer Banks waterways.
Enjoy peaceful views of marshes, quiet harbor areas, and wide-open sound waters, offering a calm and scenic backdrop of the Outer Banks.
Take advantage of wildlife sightings and scenic backdrops for memorable photos.
This public cruise offers a relaxed and scenic way to experience the Outer Banks with a dolphin- and wildlife-focused journey led by a USCG Licensed captain and lifelong local fisherman. Guests enjoy the same professional operation and local expertise as a private charter, while sharing the experience with others aboard the open-air Miss Allison. It’s an ideal option for those looking for a memorable on-the-water adventure without booking a full private cruise.
Monday-Saturday: 8am-8pm Sunday: 6pm-8pm
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The public cruise lasts approximately 2 hours, offering a relaxed way to enjoy the waters and spot dolphins and wildlife.
No. This is a shared cruise and is offered only when private cruises are not booked.
A minimum of six passengers is required for the public cruise to operate.
Bring your favorite drinks, snacks, or picnic items.
Guests may see dolphins, coastal birds such as pelicans and ospreys, scenic marshes, harbor areas, and open sound waters.
Customization is limited compared to private charters, but guests may still enjoy swimming (conditions permitting), wildlife watching, and scenic cruising.
All public cruises depart from Wanchese Harbor Dock (Roanoke Island).
