Best 64 things to do in Manteo, NC

Walk Manteo’s historic waterfront by candlelight with a retired police chief

Spot playful bottlenose dolphins on a relaxed two-hour cruise with engaging commentary from your captain

Cruise protected waters to spot bottlenose dolphins with onboard narration

Spot playful bottlenose dolphins aboard The Captain Johnny while enjoying an Outer Banks sunset.

Walk downtown Manteo by lantern and hear spooky Outer Banks stories

Sail a private 3-hour sunset cruise on a 40-foot catamaran

Private 3-hour catamaran sail on Roanoke Sound for up to 6

Sail Key Largo on a private 40-foot catamaran for up to 6 guests

Sail Key Largo at sunset on a private 40-foot catamaran for up to 6 guests

Reserve a private bus with driver for up to 20 people

Rent a custom-renovated Beachin' Bus for private events (4–9 hours, up to 28)

Ride a 1-hour airboat eco-tour with two stops, weather permitting

Private 2.5–3 hour catamaran sail from Manteo for up to 6

Ride an airboat to Outer Banks sandbars, private islands, and Bodie Island Lighthouse stops

Ride the Magic Bus for a guided wildlife tour in Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Explore Roanoke Sound marshes and islands on a 1-hour kayak rental

Ride brand-new Sea Doo GTX jet skis on a marked course for fast fun or a relaxed cruise

Guided Outer Banks jet ski ride across sounds, islands, and sandbars

Ride a new 2025 Sea-Doo GTX on a two-mile course

Rent a stand up paddleboard and glide the Roanoke Sound

Cruise Roanoke Sound at sunset on a private water shuttle

Cruise Roanoke Sound and look for bottlenose dolphins and coastal birds

Paddle Jean Guite Creek into the Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest on a relaxed 1.5-hour tour

Paddle with expert guides through refuge canals as you look for alligators and native birds