Private Custom Charters

Custom trips built around your group, your goals, and the day’s conditions.
Submit a request, and we will confirm timing, meeting point, and what is realistic before you commit.

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Quick Facts

  • Private: Your group only

  • Capacity: Up to 6 guests per vessel

  • Pricing: Starting rates listed below

  • Booking Type: Inquiry only (confirmed after review)

  • Meeting Point: Selected based on conditions and your plan

Why Custom Charters Are Inquiry Only

A custom charter is not a fixed tour. Pickup options, routing, and timing depend on tide, wind, visibility, boat traffic, and what you want to do. Inquiry-only keeps expectations clean and prevents “booked but not feasible” scenarios.

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What You Can Build

Choose a focus, or combine a few.

Scenic Cruising And Relaxed Exploring

Slow, comfortable time on the water with flexible routing and light narration.

Wildlife And Nature Focus

We plan around likely habitat zones and timing. Wildlife is never guaranteed, but the plan is built to increase your chances.

Island Time And Sandbar Stops

When conditions allow, we can include time on a remote shoreline or sandbar for walking, photos, and exploring.

Photography-Friendly Routing

We prioritize calmer water and better angles for light, reflections, and clean backgrounds.

Working-Water Experiences

If your request overlaps with working water activity, we will tell you what is possible and what requires coordination.

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Starting Rates

These prices are shown to set expectations. Final pricing depends on your plan, timing, and logistics.

Single Boat Charters (Up To 6 Guests)

  • 2 hours: starting at $449 (up to 4 guests)

  • 4 hours: starting at $749 (up to 4 guests)

  • 6 hours: starting at $1,049 (up to 4 guests)

  • Guests 5 and 6: +$50 per person

Multi-Boat Requests (Larger Groups)

If you have more than 6 guests, submit an inquiry and we will confirm feasibility.

  • 4 hours: starting at $1,498 (two boats, up to 8 guests)

  • Guests 9 to 12: +$40 per person

Pricing Note: Rates reflect private, per-boat service and condition-based planning. You are not buying seats, you are reserving the vessel and captain time.

How The Charter Request Process Works

Step 1: Submit Your Request

Tell us your preferred dates, group size, and what you want to do.

Step 2: We Confirm Feasibility

We review conditions, routing, and logistics. If something is not realistic, we will tell you directly and offer alternatives.

Step 3: Confirm The Plan And Meeting Point

You receive a written confirmation with the finalized meeting point, arrival timing, and what to bring.

Step 4: Secure The Charter

We confirm your charter once payment and any required acknowledgements are completed.

Departures & Meeting Points

Coastal Passages operates as a service-area business serving North Carolina’s Crystal Coast. We do not operate from a public storefront or office.

How meeting points work

  • Your meeting point is confirmed in your booking email.

  • We meet at pre-arranged public access points based on trip type, conditions, and schedule.

Scheduled Tours (book online):

  • Default departure is an Emerald Isle public access point.

Cedar Point departures:

  • Only used when explicitly offered for that time slot, or when the captain confirms a change due to conditions and notifies guests in writing (text/email) no later than the day before whenever possible.

Arrival timing

Plan to arrive 15 minutes early for parking, gear, and a short safety briefing.

Departures and Meeting Points
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Charter Guidelines

Safety And Conditions

The captain makes final calls for routing, stops, and timing based on safety and conditions.

Wildlife And Stops

Wildlife is never guaranteed. Stops are included when conditions allow. If landing is not safe or worthwhile, we adjust the plan and keep the experience strong.

Cancellation And Weather Summary

  • If the captain cancels due to unsafe conditions, you can choose a full refund or reschedule credit.

  • Guest cancellation terms are confirmed during the charter approval process.

Safety & Licensing
Weather Polices

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FAQs

Are charters private?

Yes. Your charter reserves the boat for your group.

Can you pick us up at a specific place?

Sometimes, but pickup locations depend on timing and conditions. We confirm meeting points in writing after review.

Can we do dolphins and sandbar time in the same charter?

Often, yes, if conditions allow. We will recommend a plan that fits your time window.

Do you guarantee dolphins or wildlife?

No. Wildlife is never guaranteed. We plan around likely areas and timing.

What if the weather changes?

If conditions become unsafe, the captain may adjust the route or cancel. If the captain cancels, you can choose a refund or reschedule credit.

How far in advance should we request a charter?

Earlier is better, especially for weekends and sunset timing.

All FAQs

Tell us what you want to do and we will confirm the best plan for the day.

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