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Outer Banks Adventures & Water Sports
6920 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27954
JamieMoore@outerbanksadventures.com
(757) 871-6402
Toll Free: (252) 715-0665

About Outer Banks Adventures & Water Sports

Outer Banks Adventures & Water Sports, also known as OBA, offers Land, Sea & Air Adventures throughout the Outer Banks. Experiences include Air Boat Rides, Jet Ski Rentals, Jet Ski Tours of the Outer Banks that cover 25 miles, Parasailing, Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Bear & Wildlife tours, SUP & Kayak Guided Tours & Rentals, Fishing, Catamaran sailing & Dolphin tours, Culinary Tours & more.

Guests can build a customized outing from the company’s tours, combo's & partners. All Tours are by Appointment.

Airboat tours leave from Washington Baum Boat Landing on the Nags Head/Manteo causeway in Manteo, across from Pirate's Cove. Other Activities are available at the Nags Head location at 6920 South Croatan Highway.

Air Boat tours travel up to 27 miles through hard-to-reach and distinctive OBX locations, creating opportunities for photography, memories, and family fun for ages 2 & up. Guides are NC State Certified in Environmental Educators, Eco-Tourism & are USCG Licensed Captains, combining education with an enjoyable tour.

Airboat pricing is:

The most popular airboat option is the 2hr tour. Cash, Venmo & CC accepted. 1/2 day & Private charters can be arranged by request for guests who want to visit multiple areas and add optional activities.

Airboat tours require a 4 person minimum. Groups smaller than four may be paired with another group. Each boat accommodates a max of 10 people. Larger parties can be accommodated with an additional boat, a 2nd boat, or other available options.

Jet Ski, Parasailing, SUP & Kayak Experiences

Jet Ski Tours of the Outer Banks use brand Sea Doo watercraft, are Guided, and cover 26 miles.

Jet Ski Rentals in the OBX use new Sea Doo watercraft and offer one of the largest ride areas in the Outer Banks.

Parasailing in the Outer Banks offers several different options—the Sky's the limit.

2 hour Guided SUP Tours start at $69pp, and every Guided tour includes a lesson. Kayak & SUP rentals are also available.

Outdoor Group Adventures

Tours take place outdoors in the fresh salt air & sunshine of the Outer Banks. Family group options are available so that a party can have a private & personal experience with only its own group on the tour.

Amenities

Events

Halloween Island - Manteo Charity Bar Crawl

Presented By: Outer Banks Adventures & Water Sports
Location: Outer Banks Adventures & Water Sports
Dates vary between October 8, 2026 - October 31, 2026

Guest Reviews

Yelp lists 42 reviews. The review voices include T L., Kell M., and Ceej H. Their feedback highlights knowledgeable and attentive guides, engaging facts, fast and fun airboat experiences, and enjoyable outings for families and children. James and Captain Jamie are specifically recognized in the attributed reviews.

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