CHINCOTEAGUE TO ASSATEAGUE CRUISES & KAYAK TOURS with ASSATEAGUE EXPLORER

Chincoteague Sunset

Enjoy unforgettable highlights of Assateague & Chincoteague on your vacation.

Assateague Ponies Photo 1 Assateague Lighthouse Photo 1 Assateague Ponies Photo 2 Chincoteague Sunset Photo 1 Assateague Dolphin Photo 1 Assateague Ponies Photo 3 Assateague Ponies Photo 4 Assateague Bird Photo 1 Assateague Ponies Photo 5 Chincoteague Sunset Cruise Photo 1

Time:

7PM* (Departure time varies during season. See actual departure time.)

Price:

 

Adults $43 (tax free)
Children 3-11 years receive $10 off
Children under 3 years are free

Location:

Chincoteague Island, Virginia

Reservations:

PayPal Online Reservations

Reserve Now Online
or call (757) 336-5956
toll free 1-866-PONY SWIM

Advanced reservations recommended

* Group Discounts available.
* The schedule & price are subject to change. See 7PM departures.

SUNSET WILDLIFE CRUISE

The perfect atmosphere for Ponies, Dolphins, etc...

Travel with us along Chincoteague & Assateague on this eco-adventure sunset cruise. For the most relaxing part of your vacation, join us and look for wild ponies, dolphins, birds and incredible scenery during the beauty of a sunset. Departing from Chincoteague Island, Virginia - Assateague Explorer’s 40ft. vessel provides a very stable and smooth ride along these waters. A memorable vacation to see the famous wild ponies is complimented by a fantastic sunset. Embark on our sunset cruise for an excellent opportunity to see Assateague’s wild ponies. Visit hidden gems many visitors never see. Explore pristine coastal areas of Chincoteague Island and Assateague, where a wonderland of spectacular unspoiled waterways await you. Relax and take in the local scenery and natural splendor here in Virginia. Our cruises provide a unique outdoor adventure for travelers who desire to experience the great outdoors in a special way.

This is your chance for some great wildlife and sunset photos at the best locations along Assateague Island. If you love horses, dolphins, birding and the peaceful surroundings of the outdoors, this is the place to be. Experience magnificent views along the waters between Chincoteague and Assateague in areas where coves, channels, marshes, and pristine beaches are often teeming with wildlife. Watch and listen to the natural surroundings. You have found one of the best destinations in Virginia to visit. See why so may visitors come out on the water with us to see the wild horses that have roamed these shores since the 1600’s. Meet other families, couples, and photographers that have a love for nature. Assateague is one of the best vacation spots. While you are here, we make it possible to explore many of the areas that wild ponies frequent the most. This is probably the best kept secret tourist attraction in Virginia. Experience the unique natural history, wild ponies, splendid abundance of migratory birds and other wildlife that is off the beaten path.

We specialize in pony watching while exploring the natural ecosystem here along the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and focusing on the wilder side of Assateague. Our cruises provide easy smooth access to the best locations along Assateague. Our cruises and kayak tours depart from the best location on Chincoteague Island. Our departure location puts us in the best position to search for herds of ponies along the island in all the best areas. Have a chance to observe wild ponies and witness how they live in family groups along remote portions of the island. Search for ponies, see their young foals playing and rolling around in the sands, just as they have for hundreds of years. Many people reserve our sunset cruise plus our pony express or kayak tour in order to experience more wildlife along this exceptional ecosystem.

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery

View our photos of Assateague, the famous Chincoteague wild ponies, wildlife & scenery.

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Tour Brochures

Tour Brochures

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Good Morning America

Media Coverage

Assateague Explorer recently featured twice on the ABC Good Morning America Show.

Wild Ponies of Assateague Island DVD

Kayaking: April 7 - Oct. 28, 2012
Cruises: May 19 - Oct. 7, 2012
(7 days a week)
Advanced reservations are highly recommended.

Wildlife Art Prints