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Sunset Boat Cruises & Vineyard Voyage

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Sunset Boat Cruises & Vineyard Voyage

Check out the newest boat cruises available in Duck! Trips to Sanctuary Vineyards and Sunset Cruises available each week. Perfect for couples and groups!

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Sunset Boat Cruises & Vineyard Voyage

Starting At

$99 +6% Online Convenience Fee

Duration

2 hours

Best For

Sunset Experiences, Scenic & Sightseeing, Couples & Romance, History & Local Culture, On the Water

Experiences

Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage, Sunset Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage

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Adventure Overview

A Private Captained Sunset Cruise on the Currituck Sound

Looking for a more intimate way to enjoy the water?

Sunset on the Sound offers a private, captained cruise designed for groups of up to 20 guests, perfect for families, celebrations, and small gatherings.

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$5 OFF!

Save $5 person when you book for Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday

Adventure Promotion Recreation

$5 OFF!

Mention the offer when booking by phone or apply the discount online during checkout. It’s the perfect way to fly high and save.

Call 1-877-FLY-THIS (359-8447) for booking assistance.
Discount subject to availability. Valid at participating locations only.

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Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage

Sunset Boat Cruises & Vineyard Voyage

Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage

Starting At

$99 +6% Online Convenience Fee

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Sunset Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage

Sunset Boat Cruises & Vineyard Voyage

Sunset Sanctuary Vineyard Voyage

Starting At

$109 +6% Online Convenience Fee

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Cruise across calm sound waters as the sky transforms into vibrant hues, creating the ideal setting for relaxation, photos, and unforgettable moments.

What Makes It Special

  • Private cruise for up to 20 guests
  • Bring your own drinks and snacks (no glass containers)
  • Customizable route based on your interests (weather permitting)
  • Smooth, scenic cruising on the Currituck Sound
  • Led by experienced, licensed local captains

Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply enjoying an evening on the water, Sunset on the Sound delivers a refined and memorable OBX experience.

Vineyard Voyage – Cruise, Taste, and Explore

A One-of-a-Kind Wine Tasting Adventure Across the Sound

If wine and water are your idea of the perfect pairing, the Vineyard Voyage is a can’t-miss Outer Banks experience. Departing from the Duck waterfront, this scenic cruise takes you across the Currituck Sound and through the historic canals and marshes of Dews Island, a former private hunting retreat now rich in wildlife and coastal charm.

What to Expect

  • Depart from Kitty Hawk Kites in Duck
  • Travel by boat through scenic waterways and past local landmarks
  • Arrive at a restored historic boathouse and transfer to a 4×4 open-air safari truck
  • Journey through farmland and wetlands to reach Sanctuary Vineyards in Jarvisburg, NC

At the Vineyard

  • Enjoy a private wine tasting with locally produced, award-winning wines
  • Go behind the scenes on a guided tour of the winemaking process
  • Walk through 33 acres of lush viniferous grapes
  • Meet the vineyard team and learn about the vine-to-glass journey
  • Savor the aroma of French oak barrels and the craftsmanship behind every bottle

Sanctuary Vineyards produces over 7,000 cases of wine each year and has earned over 100 accolades. This experience blends scenic boating, rich history, and North Carolina’s best wine into one unforgettable Outer Banks excursion.

Important Info

Vineyard Voyage

  • Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours
  • Departure Location: Kitty Hawk Kites, Duck Boardwalk
  • Availability: Multiple days per week during peak season
  • Ages: All ages welcome (21+ for wine tasting)
  • Reservations: Required – Book online or call in advance

Sunset on the Sound

  • Duration: Approximately 2 hours
  • Capacity: Up to 20 guests
  • Private charter only
  • Reservations required

Trips scheduled between November 1- April 30th will use our shuttle in place of the boat ride due to local cold water regulations

These cruises are not suitable for under 5 years old

There is no restroom aboard this vessel

Participants in the wine tasting must be prepared to show proof of age with a valid ID

Trip will not go out with fewer than 6 passengers

Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Review some commonly asked questions so you know before you go.

What should I wear? +

The Vineyard Voyage trip to Sanctuary Vineyard provides a great opportunity to dress up a little and enjoy some great wine! There is no formal dress code but guests should expect to dress comfortably for the current conditions. Our boat will taxi you across the sound from the Duck Boardwalk to Sanctuary Vineyard at a fast pace. Items or clothing that is not secured could blow around or off the boat.

What should I bring? +

We will ask you to provide your photo ID prior to the wine tasting. Guests are welcome to bring food and snacks on the boat ride over. No glass containers, No alcohol onboard, and please leave your pets at home!
We will allow you to bring wine purchased from the vineyard back to the boardwalk with you, sealed.

Is there a restroom on this vessel? +

There is not a restroom on the boat. There are restrooms available before you board adjacent to our dock in the water front shops on the boardwalk and there are restrooms available when we arrive at the vineyard.

Are children allowed on this tour? +

We do allow for children to join us on this tour, the minimum age is 5 years old. However, there are not kid friendly refreshments available at the vineyard. We recommend bringing water/juice and snacks.

Are tours available in the winter season? +

Trips operate from November 1st to April 30th on our Sanctuary Shuttle. Due to seasonal regulations, the boating portion will be unavailable, but a shuttle will provide safe transport to and from the Vineyard, making it a perfect holiday activity.

Reservations Policy

Adventure Reservations Policies

We try to be as flexible as we possibly can to make your experience great, but please be mindful that we do have some policies that should be reviewed.

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Reservations Policy

Adventure Reservations Policies

Our activities tend to fill up, so we encourage you to make your reservation early, especially if you plan to come in June, July, August, September, or during a holiday. While walk-ins are welcome, there is no guarantee that space will be available without a reservation.

Payment

Full payment is required to book your reservation. Kitty Hawk Kites does not hold spots without payment. Your card will be charged when you click “Accept” on the confirmation page. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover. If you want to pay by cash or gift card, you must make your reservation at one of our retail stores or activity sites. If you are unsure of where the nearest reservations facility is, please call or text 252-251-4314.
Prices are subject to change, so confirm the rates at time of reservation.

Weather Related Cancellations and Refunds

Weather changes frequently and unexpectedly in coastal areas, and many weather forecasts are inaccurate. Due to these factors, weather related cancellations will likely not occur until very close to time of the scheduled reservation. Should Kitty Hawk Kites cancel your scheduled activity due to unsafe weather conditions, you will be offered the chance to reschedule your activity or Kitty Hawk Kites can either issue you a **wind check** (for Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Paddleboarding and Surfing) or provide you with a refund for the portion of the activity you were unable to complete.

For instance, in the case of Demo and Beginner Dune Hang Gliding Lessons the first portion (“Ground School”) of your lesson will not be cancelled and is non-refundable within 48 hours. The ground school is pro-rated at $39 per student.
Note: if you were booked on one of our packages, and part of your activities are cancelled due to weather, and you opt for a refund, you will be charged regular price for the activities you completed.

Customer Related Cancellations & Rescheduling

Should the purchasing customer request a refund, Kitty Hawk Kites will provide a full refund for any request that is made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled activity. No refunds will be given for customer cancellations made within the 48 hours before the scheduled activity. If the reservation is made within the 48 hours before the activity time, the reservation is non-refundable at the time of the booking.

Fishing Trips scheduled on the Carolina Blue and the Southern Run require a weeks notice to cancel for a full refund.  Any cancellations made within a week of your fishing trip will be charged full cost of the trip.

Reschedules

Customers may request to reschedule or wind check their scheduled activity to a future time or date at any time up until the day preceding their scheduled activity. Same day rescheduling shall not be permitted.

Late Arrivals & No Show Policy

NO REFUNDS or reschedules will be given if you fail to show up for your activity. Please contact Kitty Hawk Kites 24 hours prior to your scheduled activity if you need to reschedule.

Waivers

For activities that require a liability waiver to be completed, each participant of that activity must complete a waiver to participate in that activity. Minor participants (anyone under 18 years old) must have their waiver completed by their parent or legal guardian in order for the minor participant to take part in the scheduled activity. If you have any questions concerning whether the scheduled activity requires a waiver or how to obtain a waiver for a minor not traveling with their parent or legal guardian, please call 1-877-FLY-THIS to speak to a Kitty Hawk Kites reservations associate.

**Wind Checks**

A wind check is a non expiring voucher which allows you to schedule your activity (Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Paddleboarding and Surfing) for a future date if you are unable to complete your scheduled activity and cannot reschedule during your stay on the Outer Banks. Wind checks do not have to be used by the person to whom they were issued – so don’t lose them. Kitty Hawk Kites is not responsible for lost or stolen wind checks. If you have a wind check and would like to schedule your activity, simply call reservations at 1-877-FLY-THIS and them know you are redeeming a wind check to begin the scheduling process.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our activities as accessible as possible. While some activities may have limitations, we’re happy to work with you to explore accommodations. For assistance or questions, please contact us at (252) 441-4124.