Top 7 luxury & private things to do in Wilmington

1. Private pontoon charter to Masonboro Island from Wrightsville Beach

Two to four hours on a luxury pontoon for up to seven passengers, cruising to Masonboro Island with music and water restaurant service options.

2. Custom private boating charters in Wilmington

Tailored boating adventures in Wilmington — choose from island hopping, sunset cruises, or eco-tours for groups of up to 6, BYOB with refreshments provided.

3. Private catamaran charter at Wrightsville Beach

Four-hour private sailing on a catamaran with personalized itinerary and stops around Wrightsville Beach's scenic areas.

4. Wilmington River to Sea e-bike tour

Five hours of e-biking from downtown Wilmington to Wrightsville Beach with options for self-guided exploration or guided support.

“The e-bike tour was fantastic! It uniquely blends the beach experience with riding e-bikes, which I had never tried before. Riding through scenic neighborhoods, UNCW, and trails allowed me to discover so much more. I'm now grateful for bike lanes! I appreciate Beth for her messages, Raz for being patient and supportive, and Phil and Mandi for making this trip happen by joining in.”— Adri_Pink1203

5. 90-minute private surfing lesson in Wilmington

A tailored 90-minute session on the water, focusing on surfing techniques in a one-on-one setting.

“We traveled from Orlando to Cocoa Beach and found the surf school right by the main beach entrance. Franky, the owner, was fantastic—friendly, patient, professional, and a lot of fun. We began with some warm-up stretches on the beach, followed by technique instruction, and then it was time to hit the water. Franky guided us through each wave, teaching us what to watch for and when to stand up for the best ride. A photographer was also present to capture our session, with no pressure to buy the photos, and she was very pleasant. You can rent boards for the day to keep practicing too. My partner caught on quickly, while I took a bit longer, but Franky was incredibly patient and supportive, which I really appreciated. Overall, we highly recommend this experience, especially Franky and his surf school, as he is loaded with knowledge and has global experience. Thank you for an excellent day!”— DancingFox3

6. 90-minute sunset boat tour on the Cape Fear River

Ninety minutes on a tiki bar boat — enjoy sunset views and music as you cruise the Cape Fear River in Wilmington.

“We enjoyed a fantastic evening on the Cape Fear cruise. Captain Mason demonstrated extensive knowledge of the area and took pride in his role. I would highly recommend this experience.”— Toni_B

7. 50-minute narrated boat cruise on the Cape Fear River

A 50-minute cruise on a comfortable catamaran, offering insights into Wilmington's history and ecology from the captain and crew.

“The staff was friendly and the experience was highly informative.”— Expedition681329