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Spend four hours aboard a private catamaran exploring Masonboro Island, secret marsh swim spots, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Tailor your route with the captain for a relaxed island-hop, snorkeling, or sunset cruise experience.
Spend four hours aboard a private catamaran exploring Masonboro Island, secret marsh swim spots, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Tailor your route with the captain for a relaxed island-hop, snorkeling, or sunset cruise experience.
Salt spray and the slap of hull on harbor water set the opening scene: a low-slung catamaran bobs at the dock near the Blockade Runner, engines idling until the captain trims sail and the world slides into wind. Guests step aboard for a four-hour private charter that reads like a choose-your-own-coastline — Masonboro Island’s sand flats, a secret marsh swimming hole, a rope swing reached by dinghy, or a slow cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway toward Palm Tree Island.
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Operated by Bella Catamaran Charters · Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Salt spray and the slap of hull on harbor water set the opening scene: a low-slung catamaran bobs at the dock near the Blockade Runner, engines idling until the captain trims sail and the world slides into wind. Guests step aboard for a four-hour private charter that reads like a choose-your-own-coastline — Masonboro Island’s sand flats, a secret marsh swimming hole, a rope swing reached by dinghy, or a slow cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway toward Palm Tree Island.
The barrier islands here are young geology in motion — long sand spits shifted by currents off the Cape Fear shoals — and Wrightsville Beach’s maritime culture grew from fishing and ferrying to recreational sailing in the 20th century. Local crews point out oyster beds, seasonal turtle nesting zones, and old inlet channels that shaped Wilmington’s port.
Expect warm sun on open decks, air-conditioned respite below, and the easy choreography of anchoring and dinghy drops. The experience is social and flexible: bring a small group (up to six), pick your pace, and the crew will handle provisioning, anchoring, and local navigation.
Practical notes: pack reef-safe sunscreen, a waterproof bag for phones, and low-profile deck shoes for boarding. If you want an offshore run through the inlet, check wind and tide windows in advance — captains adapt the route to conditions. For families, call ahead about tendering to shallow sandbars and turtle-season protections. The trip is ideal for swimmers, sun-seekers, and anyone who wants a personalized, low-effort day on the water with a local skipper.
The private catamaran accommodates up to six guests; bookings are per charter rather than per person.
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be cancelled for bad weather with refund eligibility per provider policy.
Children are welcome; confirm safety and life jacket availability with the operator. Pets policies vary—ask in advance.
Yes—captains will anchor at suitable spots for swimming and snorkeling; bring your own gear or request rental details when booking.
Bella Catamaran Charters operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Salt spray and the slap of hull on harbor water set the opening scene: a low-slung catamaran bobs at the dock near the Blockade Runner, engines idling until the captain trims sail and the world slides into wind. Guests step aboard for a four-hour private charter that reads like a choose-your-own-coastline — Masonboro Island’s sand flats, a secret marsh swimming hole, a rope swing reached by dinghy, or a slow cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway toward Palm Tree Island.
Salt spray and the slap of hull on harbor water set the opening scene: a low-slung catamaran bobs at the dock near the Blockade Runner, engines idling until the captain trims sail and the world slides into wind. Guests step aboard for a four-hour private charter that reads like a choose-your-own-coastline — Masonboro Island’s sand flats, a secret marsh swimming hole, a rope swing reached by dinghy, or a slow cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway toward Palm Tree Island.
The barrier islands here are young geology in motion — long sand spits shifted by currents off the Cape Fear shoals — and Wrightsville Beach’s maritime culture grew from fishing and ferrying to recreational sailing in the 20th century. Local crews point out oyster beds, seasonal turtle nesting zones, and old inlet channels that shaped Wilmington’s port.
Expect warm sun on open decks, air-conditioned respite below, and the easy choreography of anchoring and dinghy drops. The experience is social and flexible: bring a small group (up to six), pick your pace, and the crew will handle provisioning, anchoring, and local navigation.
Practical notes: pack reef-safe sunscreen, a waterproof bag for phones, and low-profile deck shoes for boarding. If you want an offshore run through the inlet, check wind and tide windows in advance — captains adapt the route to conditions. For families, call ahead about tendering to shallow sandbars and turtle-season protections. The trip is ideal for swimmers, sun-seekers, and anyone who wants a personalized, low-effort day on the water with a local skipper.