Outer Banks Sailing Cruises

Kitty Hawk Kites

Whether you come alone, as a couple, or as a group, your experience on the sunset cruise will be warm, friendly and personal. During the trip we often see dolphins, turtles, pelicans and other wildlife. 

Both daytime and sunset cruises are offered. If you have some of your favorite music on your device, bring it along and we’ll play it on our on-board stereo system. Light snacks and refreshments are included. You may bring your own beer or wine (cans only).
 

Outer Banks Dolphin Tours

Kitty Hawk Kites

The original Dolphin Tour of the Outer Banks—trusted by locals and visitors for over 25 years and led by onboard dolphin researchers who know the OBX dolphin population like no one else. More than just a boat ride, our tours offer up-close encounters with playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, breathtaking soundside views, and fascinating insights into local marine life.

Aero Adventures

Kitty Hawk Kites

Get a bird’s eye view of the incredible coastline and treasures that The Outer Banks offer with an air tour. Gain a new perspective of the Outer Banks with one of our high-flying aero adventures! We offer flights in both Cessna airplanes and an original WWII bi-plane trainer.
 

OBX Kayak Tours

Kitty Hawk Kites

Find the kayak destination closest to you, including Kitty Hawk Maritime Forest, Alligator River, Duck, Corolla, Hatteras and more! Kitty Hawk Kites has been a leader in outdoor recreation on the Outer Banks for more than 30+ years and offers the largest selection of Outer Banks kayak tours. Our kayak tours are all well equipped with all the gear needed to show you everything from the sunsets to the unique wildlife of the Outer Banks. Offering over 13 kayak tours, including specialty tours and instruction- there is a tour for everyone!
 

Jet Ski Rentals

Kitty Hawk Kites

Satisfy the need for speed with our easy-access Jet Ski Rentals! We have two jet ski locations located conveniently in both Nags Head on the Causeway on the Duck Boardwalk. A great way to spend time on the water with family and friends! 
 

Dune Hang Gliding

Kitty Hawk Kites

Learn to fly at Kitty Hawk Kites’ Hang Gliding Training Center. We are the largest hang gliding school in the world, teaching hundreds of thousands (over 400,000) of students since 1974!

We have taught students aged 4-92, male and female, physically fit and physically challenged. In fact, we can accommodate paraplegics, blind, deaf and other persons physically challenged. All we require is a desire to learn how to fly. We provide beginner, intermediate and advanced instruction.
 

Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites offers both in-shore and off-shore Chartered Fishing. Our captains and guides are some of the most experienced and professional in the business and provide memorable experiences for you and the crew. There are two options for fishing tours, Off-shore chartered fishing and in-shore chartered fishing (up to 6 people).
 

1902 Wright Glider Experience

Kitty Hawk Kites

Fly a reproduction of the Wright Brother's 1902 Glider! This replica was built by the Wright Experience and is one of a few in existence. The 1902 Wright Glider replica is museum quality and allows participants to experience exactly what the Wright Brothers felt as they prepared for their historic flight of the first powered plan in 1903. 

A normal flight will be around five to fifteen feet off the ground and you will fly about fifty yards. Be one of the few in the world to every fly this glider!
 

Take a Kayak Cruise on Your Own Time

Hatteras Island Boardsports

Kayaks are a blast and super versatile!  Single or double touring kayaks are great for use in the Pamlico Sound to just go for a leisurely cruise, drop a line and try to catch dinner, go for a hard workout paddle or just enjoy the sunset from the water.  Single and Double Surf Kayaks are great for trying your luck at riding waves and getting out amongst the dolphins in the Atlantic Ocean!

Skimboard Rentals

Hatteras Island Boardsports

Smash the waves or skim along when there is no surf at all.  Skimboards are fun for any day and any condition and all the running will leave you in great shape! We rent high performance fiberglass skimboards from Zap.