Kure Beach Kayak Tours
Explore Kure Beach and Zeke’s Island on one of the most scenic, guided kayak tours in the area!
Book a Scenic Kayak Tour in Kure Beach, North Carolina!
Our Kure Beach guided kayak tour explores Zeke’s Island and the Fort Fisher Basin at the Zeke’s Island Reserve, which is situated just across the inlet from Carolina Beach, and just south of Wrightsville Beach. This tour is approximately 40 minutes from Downtown Wilmington and 17 minutes from the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. We offer Kure Beach kayak tours at various times of the day throughout the week, and they are great for kayakers of all levels of experience, including children! You have the option of renting a kayak from us, which can be dropped off at any of the locations listed on our site or book a guided tour!

What to Expect on Our Kure Beach Kayak Tour at Zeke’s Island
On this tour, you’ll make your way through the calm, glassy, glistening waters along Zeke’s Island. The effort required on this tour depends on the waters. If you’re looking for calmer, glassy waters, we recommend that you book during the early morning or evening hours. Keep in mind that the waters are somewhat unpredictable. Your kayak tour guide will take you through the bays and marsh creeks that separate Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island, and you’ll be surrounded by tranquil wildlife and nature. Our Kure Beach guided kayak tours are focused on sight-seeing and exploring, so we’ll stop several times throughout our journey so that you can explore on foot! So don’t worry, this isn’t three hours of intense paddling! The water is also very shallow, ranging from 6 inches to 4 feet deep depending on the tides and time of day you book, and a life jacket will be provided to each kayaker.

Nature Sight-Seeing Kayak Tour at Kure Beach and Zeke’s Island!
Our Zeke’s Island guided kayak tour in Kure Beach is great for both advanced and beginner kayakers! No matter your level of experience, this is a great kayak adventure centered around beautiful Zeke’s Island sights and wildlife. Paddling in these waters usually doesn’t require as much exertion as other times. We’ll also take several exploration breaks, allowing you ample time for rest and to walk around various islands!
What to Expect While Kayaking at Kure Beach
If you’re a nature lover or just enjoy getting out and seeing wildlife in its natural habitat, then kayaking at Kure Beach and Zeke’s Island is the perfect adventure for you! You have the option of kayaking at various days and times, and you can bring your whole family too! You also have the option of renting kayaks with us and we’ll drop them off at the launch point for you! From birds to dolphins, there’s so much to see on this tour. Some of the various animals and species you may encounter on the tour include: Shore birds, wading birds, egrets, herons, oystercatchers, skimmers, seagulls, turns, brown pelicans, diamond terrapin, sea turtles, loggerheads, and dolphins.

What Should You Bring with You While Kayaking in Kure Beach?
Part of planning your kayaking adventure in Kure Beach should be to bring the right items with you! We recommend that you bring a foldable mini-lunch bag that you can store a few snacks in. You’ll need this to be soft so that it can easily be tucked away in your kayak. You’ll also want to wear shoes that are secured to your feet and that you don’t mind getting wet, as you may be required to wade into the water. Be sure to apply sunscreen and bug spray! Cell phones are welcome, but be sure to secure them in a Ziploc bag. We are not responsible for lost items on this trip.