Quick Details
Round-Trip Prices
Adult (Ages 12+)
$ 24
Child (Ages 3-11)
$ 17
Infant (Ages 2 & under)
Free
Pet (Leashed)
$ 7
The Perfect Way to Get to Cape Lookout
On this gorgeous 25-minute ferry ride to Cape Lookout, you may catch a glimpse of the Shackleford Banks horses, bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles, and more! Enjoy the majestic Cape Lookout Lighthouse, surf fishing, wide beaches, and or take the shuttle to the best shelling on the eastern seaboard!
Cape Lookout offers something amazing for every traveler, whether you’re interested in collecting distinct seashells, going for a swim, or exploring North Carolina history. Take a ferry ride with Island Express Ferry to explore North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.
Although infants (ages 2 & under) are free, they must still be included in your reservation.
**During our Fall/Winter months we may use either our 27 Foot Carolina Skiff or our 45 Foot Corinthian Catamaran. A minimum of 4 adult tickets is required for trips to run.
For the most up‑to‑date schedule, please check our calendar.
Ferry Route
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- Water
- Sunblock, hat & sunglasses
- Drinks, snacks or picnic lunch
- Insect repellant
- Trash bags
- The trash you make is the trash you take; Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks are trash-free islands
- Two free carry-ons are allowed per person (e.g., tote, backpack, folding chair, small cooler)
- Extra bags or oversized items are allowed for an additional fee
- Lightweight compact folding chairs, coolers and umbrellas are permitted
- Limit of two fishing poles per passenger
- Hooks must be removed before boarding
- Pets are allowed on the boats for a small fee
- All pets must remain on leashes 6′ or shorter
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- Glass bottles are prohibited
- Highly flammable liquids are not allowed on the boats
- Spear guns are prohibited
- Due to restricted space, large items such as wagons, non-folding luggage carriers, large folding chairs, huge strollers, etc. will be accommodated as space permits for an additional charge