Private Downtown Wilmington River Cruise: Cape Fear in 90 minutes

Ninety minutes on the Cape Fear with your group and a tiki bar

A private 90-minute charter aboard the Cruisin' Tiki on the Cape Fear River in Wilmington, with a captain onboard and views of the Battleship North Carolina and Downtown Wilmington waterfront. The boat carries a tiki bar, Bluetooth soundbar and party lighting. Lifejackets and cooler with ice are available. You bring your own drinks and food.

Step-by-step itinerary

90-minute private river cruise

• Board the Cruisin’ Tiki boat
• Enjoy tiki bar and party lighting
• View Battleship North Carolina
• Pass by natural site
• See Downtown Wilmington waterfront views
• Disembark after cruise

The experience

The Cruisin' Tiki is a chartered vessel, so the boat and the captain are yours for the full 90 minutes. You set the pace and the playlist (the Bluetooth speaker runs whatever music your group wants), while the boat moves past the Battleship North Carolina and the waterfront buildings of Downtown Wilmington. The tiki bar is onboard and ready. You bring drinks and snacks to match the setting.

A captain runs the boat and stays with you throughout. Lifejackets are available if anyone needs one, and a cooler with ice sits ready for whatever you bring. The experience is built around your group's energy: the party lighting and sound system are there if you want them, and the river views work whether you're celebrating or just floating on the water together.

What’s included

• Lifejackets available onboard.
• cooler and ice onboard.
• free Hawaiian lei.
• Bluetooth speaker.
• captain onboard for the full 90 minutes.

Information

Lasts 1h 30m, runs every day, 5 start times, from US$ 339 per group, with a live guide in English and as a private tour.

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 and 21:00Another time? ›

GroupPrivate3 group tours ›

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to2d before

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Trolley Pub Charlotte

Is this one for you?Book this if your group wants to control the music, the drinks and the vibe. The charter is yours, and the tiki bar and sound system are built for a celebration on the water. Infants must sit on an adult's lap, and the boat works for all fitness levels.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What is the Battleship North Carolina and where is it on the river?

The Battleship North Carolina is a historic warship moored on the Cape Fear River in Wilmington. You'll pass it during the cruise and see it from the water as part of the route.

Can I bring my own drinks and food on the boat?

Drinks are BYOB. You bring whatever you want to drink. Food is not included, so you can bring snacks or a meal to enjoy while you're on the water. A cooler with ice is onboard for you to use.

How many people can fit on the Cruisin' Tiki?

The boat is chartered for your group, so the size depends on your party. Contact the operator to confirm capacity for your specific group size.

Is there anything to do if someone in my group gets cold or uncomfortable on the water?

Lifejackets are available onboard. The boat has party lighting and a sound system, so you can control the mood and energy of the experience. If anyone needs to sit down or get out of the weather, let the captain know.