Alligator River Kayak Adventure

4.8 (91 Viator reviews) 2 hrs Outer Banks area

Alligator River Kayak Adventure
Turtles
American Alligator
Alligator Creepin'
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About this activity

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a 125,000 acre wildlife preserve managed by the United States Fish & Wildlife Service. This incredible wildlife corridor was also home to an old logging and whiskey distilling community during Prohibition. Who knew the OBX had black bear and endangered red wolves? Also see snowy egrets, great blue herons, and turtles.

Itinerary

  1. Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge · 120 min

    Go on an unforgettable kayaking trip through the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge on the Outer Banks. A true Outer Banks treasure kayaking amidst the natural beauty of the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, home to an old logging and whiskey distilling community during Prohibition. Who knew the OBX had black bear and endangered red wolves? Also see snowy egrets, great blue herons, and turtles. 2 Hour Experience Intermediate Tour Search for alligators, black bear, bald eagles, turtles, egrets, osprey, river otter & red wolves Available year round

What's included

  • Includes kayaks, life jackets, safety equipment and paddles.

Not included

  • Does not include gratuity.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

From Route 64 West, turn onto Buffalo City Road. Look for the brown US Fish and Wildlife Sign that says Buffalo City Road. It is a dirt road in the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and GPS may not work. Go to the end of the road and park in the designated parking area near the kayak launch.

End point: From Route 64 West, turn onto Buffalo City Road. Look for the brown US Fish and Wildlife Sign that says Buffalo City Road. It is a dirt road in the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and GPS may not work. Go to the end of the road and park in the designated parking area near the kayak launch.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.8/5

91 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

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  • 3 star1
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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Outer Banks (Viator lists this tour under Outer Banks; it has no meeting-point coordinates).