Island Express Ferry in Atlantic Beach

Looking to take a boat ride out to see the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and tour the Shackleford Banks? Check out Island Express Ferry in Beaufort, NC! Island Express Ferry Service has operated in Beaufort, NC since 1989. Located at 600 Front St in Beaufort and 1800 Island Road in Harkers Island, Island Ferry offers six ferry destinations. A ferry ride is the perfect way to soak up all that the Crystal Coast has to offer.

The first tour is of the beautiful Cape Lookout Lighthouse. This tour leaves from Harkers Island and is narrated for your scenic ride to the Lighthouse. Wild horses roam these beaches as well! Take in the beauty of nature and get a glimpse at our famous wild horses. Be on the lookout for dolphins as they are commonly seen during the ride to Cape Lookout.

Harkers Island Sunset and Wild Horse Cruise | Island Express Ferry (islandexpressferryservices.com)

Two girls enjoying their ferry ride near Atlantic Beach

The second tour is of Shackleford Banks. This tour leaves from Beaufort and is narrated for your 30-minute ride to the island. Wild horses roam these beaches as well! Take in the beauty of nature and get a glimpse at our famous wild horses. This island is also a great photography destination.

Sunset Dolphin & Wild Horse Cruise | Island Express Ferry Service LLC (islandexpressferryservices.com)

Last but not least, the famous Cape Lookout tour via the Beach Shuttle. This shuttle will drive you around the island and is narrated to share the historic information on Cape Lookout. Be sure to click on the link below and schedule a Lighthouse climb to see the Crystal Coast from an amazing view at the top of the lighthouse.

For anyone looking to learn more about our Crystal Coast, and experience all the breathtaking scenery that we have to offer, check out Island Express Ferry! They can be reached by phone at (252)728-7433. They are located on the Beaufort coast, a short ride from Morehead City or Atlantic Beach.

Island Express Ferry | Shackleford Banks & Harkers Island Ferry (islandexpressferryservices.com)

All pictures from the Island Express Ferry Services website.