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Great trip.

Excellent trip. Well organized. We did the sand dollar trip but even saw some dolphins! Worth the... read more

Reviewed 7 July 2023
94annir
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Peoria, Illinois
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Sand Dollar Island Fun

We had an awesome time on the sand dollar island trip. Very nice captain and crew. Nice tip to... read more

Reviewed 12 August 2022
OC_Travelers_2010
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Sugarcreek, Ohio
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Reviewed 15 August 2018

I've been to Sand Dollar Island several times but have done it with another ferry service. This was my first trip with Morehead City Ferry Service. They were very punctual and the Captain was quite informative about local sites and history during the trip out and back. Much larger boat than we have been on before but this was nice as we scheduled our trip last minute and there was still some room. The other service we have used is a much smaller boat and books up a couple weeks ahead. This was a great trip and we will use Morehead City Ferry Service again.

Date of experience: August 2018
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George A, Owner at Morehead City Ferry Service, responded to this reviewResponded 16 August 2018

Thank you for such a nice review. We appreciate that you gave us a try and we look forward to having you back with us again soon.

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Reviewed 15 August 2018 via mobile

Captain Dave and crew were great. They gave us great info on the cruise out and in. And gave good tips while we were out. I grew up going to the beaches in this area, even got married over at Cape Lookout lighthouse, but we had never been to this island. We WILL be going back!!! Highly recommended trip for families of all ages!

Date of experience: August 2018
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George A, Owner at Morehead City Ferry Service, responded to this reviewResponded 15 August 2018

Thank you Kimberly! I am very happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. We look forward to having you back with us again.

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Reviewed 15 August 2018

It was on my bucket list to find a whole sand dollar. I was skeptical if I would really find a sand dollar and I found 20. I would go every week if I could . It is great exercise and a lot of fun.

Date of experience: August 2018
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George A, Owner at Morehead City Ferry Service, responded to this reviewResponded 15 August 2018

Thank you Debbie! I am so glad you had such a great time. I would go every week myself if I could. We look forward to having you back with us again.

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Reviewed 14 August 2018

Our family loved this outing - wish we had taken this cruise years ago when our kids were younger but our 16 and 11 year olds had fun too. The captain shared interesting information about the area as we traveled to and from the island. I found my first sand dollar on this trip and 5 in total. The water was shallow and clear with areas that were deeper for swimming. We took a cooler with waters and a sun hut to have a spot to get a break from the sun and are glad that we did.

Date of experience: August 2018
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George A, Owner at Morehead City Ferry Service, responded to this reviewResponded 15 August 2018

Thank you Sylvia! I am very happy to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful time. Sand Dollar Island is a favorite for people of all ages. We look forward to having you back with us again.

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Reviewed 14 August 2018

The Captain and crew were fantastic, personable, and knowledgeable! A family was late getting to the boat that morning and the Captain called them and waited to be sure they made the tour. Exceptional customer service! If you are in the area, make sure to add this to your "to do" list.

Date of experience: August 2018
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George A, Owner at Morehead City Ferry Service, responded to this reviewResponded 15 August 2018

Thank you Devon. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to having you back with us again.

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