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Island Express Ferry Service, Beaufort

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About Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service operates ferry transportation and cruises departing from Beaufort to Cape Lookout National Seashore and Shackleford Banks. Visitors board modern, comfortable ferries helmed by experienced local captains for trips to Cape Lookout Lighthouse and the surrounding islands. The service drops passengers at a dock near Cape Lookout for convenient access, though visitors may get their feet wet during unloading depending on tide conditions. The lighthouse is currently closed for climbing during renovations. Trips to Shackleford Banks offer opportunities to see wild horses and visit pristine shelling spots. Cruises frequently feature dolphin sightings along the way. The service also offers beach shuttle transportation and UTV rentals for exploring the islands. Visitors ranging from families seeking wildlife viewing to individuals interested in shelling and coastal scenery find these ferry trips suited to their interests. Island Express Ferry Service is the only authorized Cape Lookout ferry operator. Tickets are sold online through the venue's website.

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Town of Beaufort Ferry Gateway → Shackleford Banks

Prices quoted for Nov 1

  • Adult
    Adult
    $240
  • Child
    Child
    $170
  • Infant
    Infant
    Free0
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Harkers Island Visitor Center → Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Prices quoted for Nov 1

  • Adult
    Adult
    $240
  • Child
    Child
    $170
  • Infant
    Infant
    Free0
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Choose tickets firstOpens the booking site in a new tab. Your day stays here.

Choose your tickets and they’ll be selected for you when you get there. You pay on Island Express Ferry Service’s ticket page, not here.

Harkers Island Visitor Center → Shackleford Banks

Prices quoted for Nov 1

  • Adult
    Adult
    $240
  • Child
    Child
    $170
  • Infant
    Infant
    Free0
Choose your tickets to see a total.
Choose tickets firstOpens the booking site in a new tab. Your day stays here.

Choose your tickets and they’ll be selected for you when you get there. You pay on Island Express Ferry Service’s ticket page, not here.

COMBO: Harkers Island Visitor Center → Shackleford Banks → Cape Lookout Lighthouse

Prices quoted for Nov 1

  • Adult
    Adult
    $300
  • Child
    Child
    $200
  • Infant
    Infant
    Free0
Choose your tickets to see a total.
Choose tickets firstOpens the booking site in a new tab. Your day stays here.

Choose your tickets and they’ll be selected for you when you get there. You pay on Island Express Ferry Service’s ticket page, not here.

Prices from Island Express Ferry Service’s own ticket page (ticketing by FareHarbor) · read on . Fees, if any, are shown at checkout. Prices change by date; the checkout shows today’s.

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Tickets, prices & hours

Shackleford Banks Sunset Dolphin & Wild Horse Cruise
$32
Harkers Island Sunset Wild Horse & Dolphin Watch Cruise
$32
Beaufort → Cape Lookout
$60
Beaufort: July 4th Fireworks Cruise
$35
Harkers Island: July 4th Fireworks Cruise
$35
Star Cruise
$31
Stargazing with a Park Ranger
$31

Hours: Mon–Sun: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PMHours via Google Maps · read on

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