Top 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Virginia, United States

June 15, 2021 Carley Gatson

Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
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1. Captain Barry's BackBay Cruises

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5.0 based on 484 reviews

Captain Barry's BackBay Cruises

Captain Barry's Back Bay Cruise is an INTERACTIVE HANDS-ON FEET-WET, floating classroom & research vessel. We’ll dig in the mud at a sandbar for sea creatures; identify and hold crabs WITHOUT GETTING PINCHED; head to Shell Island to collect shells; hunt jellyfish; haul in the trawler net and get a taste of Chincoteague’s famous Salt Oysters. And, along the way, we’ll identify the many birds that are found around the waters of Chincoteague. We use all of our senses to make our cruises informative AND FUN. You can relax, sit back on the boat, be the photographer. There’s never any pressure but, always lots of fun. This is the real deal to get your hands dirty and your feet wet and experience the life of a Chincoteague Waterman!

2. Daisey's Island Cruises

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5.0 based on 1,682 reviews

Daisey's Island Cruises

On our nature cruises you will experience Assateague Island in a way that is simply not possible from land. Let us show you the hidden beauty and wildlife of Assateague Island. At Daisey's Island Cruises our main goal is for you to have an enjoyable and memorable experience. Customer satisfaction is very important to us. We hope that you will take time to read our customer reviews and explore our web site. You will see why cruising with Daisey's Island Cruises is the right choice! Your Captain will fill you in on all the local knowledge as you explore the remote backbays and expansive coastline of Assateague Island. We cruise all the best areas of Assateague Island for pony viewing. It is also common to see dolphins, bald eagles, and an array of other wildlife on our sightseeing boat tours.Many of our customers tell us that our cruise was the highlight of their Chincoteague vacation!

3. Miss Hampton II Cruises

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5.0 based on 400 reviews

Miss Hampton II Cruises

3-hour tour of the Hampton Roads harbor includes Norfolk Naval Base, historic Civil War Island of Fort Wool, Chesapeake Bay, Fort Monroe, Old Point Comfort Lighthouse, battle site of the Monitor/Merrimac, and much more!

4. Tula Paddle Sports

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5.0 based on 147 reviews

Tula Paddle Sports

Stand-up paddleboard and Kayak rentals, lessons, tours and sales. Pontoon cruises up to 6 people. See dolphins, visit waterfront restaurants, cruise the back waters of VB. Open every day of the week Memorial Day through Labor Day or by reservation. 757-502-TULA

5. Captain Dan's Around the Island Tours

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Captain Dan's Around the Island Tours

Specializing in Wild Ponies since 2006! Ask about our Afternoon Pony Tour, available daily. Family friendly nature tours of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. Our trip combines a sight-seeing and guided tour together. We search for wild ponies, dolphin, bald eagles, sea turtles, sting rays, all manner of wild fowl, and local creatures. We talk about local history, culture, seafood industry, economy, and modern day life. Our signature “Around the Island Tour” covers over 25 miles of coastline, in 2-2.5 hours, never passing the same spot twice. We specialize in taking small groups, on extended trips, into isolated areas. Most trips take 6 guests max. In 2016 we added a 35’, 18 passenger boat to our fleet. We run our 35' boat on our afternoon pony tour, and by request for larger groups. Eight generations of our family have lived on Chincoteague Island. We are a real, small, local family owned and operated business by Capt. Dan, his wife Miss Abby, and his father Capt. Ray.

6. Kayak Nature Tours, Ltd.

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5.0 based on 261 reviews

Kayak Nature Tours, Ltd.

Dolphin Kayaking Tours are the most exciting "thing to do in Virginia Beach." Our 2.5 hour guided Kayak Dolphin Tours start in April and continue through October, where you can experience wild dolphins up close and personal. This is our most exciting kayak adventure launching through the surf into the Atlantic Ocean. We have been operating 1996 as a professional guided kayak tour company in the Hampton Roads area. We offer fun, exciting, and memorable kayak tours throughout Southeast Virginia. We have built an excellent reputation among local guests and visitors alike. Our other 2.5 hour tours take place on calm inland protected waters to The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, First Landing State Park, North West River, or our sunset tour in the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Gardens. We have 2.5 hour trips to other locations and all day trips to the Deserted Beaches of the Eastern Shore and Lake Drummond in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.

7. SouthEast Expeditions

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5.0 based on 186 reviews

SouthEast Expeditions

For over 20 years we have offered the highest quality kayak rentals and tours to the Eastern Shore of virginia. We are now happy to include Stand up Paddleboards and bikes in our fleet. Join us for our World Famous Kayak WInery Tour ! Explore the Shore with SouthEast Expeditions. World Class Kayak Trips, Classes, Rentals, & Sales for all skill levels. Check out the world famous Kayak Winery Tour, or a Kayak Clamming Tour, Sunset Trip, or 2 Hour or Half Day Trip through the Virginia Coast Reserve. Trips available daily all along the coast of Virginia's Beautiful Eastern Shore.

8. VB Surf Sessions

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VB Surf Sessions

"Virginia's #1 Surf School" - We're a professional Surf School, offering the best options and prices for: Surf Lessons, Surf Camps, Stand Up Paddleboard Tours, Kayak Tours, Board Rentals, Bike Rentals, and more!

9. Saltwater Pony Tours

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Saltwater Pony Tours

Search the beautiful back bay areas of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands with Captain Henry, aboard his stable flat bottom boat. We search for osprey, eagles, dolphins and the famous Chincoteague Ponies. Come join us and make a memory.

10. Rudee Rocket

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Rudee Rocket

When we say, "Just Add Water and 2000 Horse Power," you know we are talking about the Rudee Rocket cruise along the Virginia Beach Oceanfront! Bring your family and friends and climb aboard our 70-foot bright yellow speedboat. This trip will have you experience the Atlantic Ocean and mouth of the Chesapeake Bay like never before! Enjoy a thrilling, fast ride at exciting speeds with plenty of seating for everyone! During the 60-minute cruise, you will watch bottlenose dolphins jump and surf in the boat's wake as the Rocket speeds along the oceanfront. It will then make its way along the shoreline past the famous and historic Cape Henry Lighthouses and our beautiful gold coast. With the throttles down and wind in your hair, you'll understand why we are THE greatest thrill ride on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. All trips depart from the Virginia Beach Fishing Center.

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