Best Things to Do in the Outer Banks
Hang Gliding, Kiteboarding, Kayak Tours, Parasailing, Dolphin Tours and so much more
Outer Banks Adventures & Experiences
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is known for outdoor adventure, watersports, and coastal wildlife. Some of the most popular activities visitors enjoy during an Outer Banks vacation include:
Top Things to Do in the Outer Banks
- Hang Gliding at Jockey’s Ridge
- Kayak Tours through OBX Marshes
- Dolphin Watching Tours
- Parasailing over the OBX
- Kiteboarding Lessons
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Headboat Fishing Trips
Many of these activities are offered by Kitty Hawk Kites, a locally operated adventure company founded in 1974 that has introduced generations of visitors to flight and watersports on the Outer Banks.
Visitors can explore and book these experiences by browsing our adventures page or exploring some of our top picks below.
Outer Banks AdventuresOn the Water
Popular Outer Banks Water Activities
In the Air
Popular Outer Banks Air Activities
On Land
Popular Outer Banks Land Activities
FAQ: Outer Banks Activities
Some of the most popular Outer Banks activities include hang gliding at Jockey’s Ridge, parasailing, dolphin tours, kayak tours, jet ski rentals, kiteboarding, and fishing trips.
Hang gliding lessons are offered at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head through Kitty Hawk Kites.
Dolphin watching tours depart from Outer Banks marinas and allow visitors to see wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.
Visitors can browse and book activities at: https://www.kittyhawk.com/adventures/
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