Top things to do in North Carolina in Summer (Updated October 2026)

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4 hour - 16 Person Pontoon Rental in Nags Head

Embark on the ultimate Outer Banks adventure with a pontoon boat rental in Nags Head! Perfect for families, friends, and groups, this activity blends relaxation, …More

Embark on the ultimate Outer Banks adventure with a pontoon boat rental in Nags Head! Perfect for families, friends, and groups, this activity blends relaxation,...

2 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$509
Lake Wylie 10 passenger Boat Rental - Explore at Your Own Pace

Take a leisurely day on Lake Wylie with your pontoon boat rental, designed to accommodate up to 10 passengers. Enjoy all-inclusive pricing with fuel covered, …More

Take a leisurely day on Lake Wylie with your pontoon boat rental, designed to accommodate up to 10 passengers. Enjoy all-inclusive pricing with fuel covered,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$340
1.5 hour Jordan Lake Sea Doo Rental - up to 3 people/1 jetski

Whether you are looking for an exhilarating jetski experience on Jordan Lake, or want to leisurely explore the more than 400 miles of pristine shoreline, …More

Whether you are looking for an exhilarating jetski experience on Jordan Lake, or want to leisurely explore the more than 400 miles of pristine shoreline,...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$300
Wright Brothers Adventure Helicopter Tour

Take a breathtaking helicopter flight over the Outer Banks, where aviation history began. Soar above the iconic Wright Brothers National Memorial, witness the stunning Roanoke …More

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Take a breathtaking helicopter flight over the Outer Banks, where aviation history began. Soar above the iconic Wright Brothers National Memorial, witness the stunning Roanoke...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$195
Kayak Tour of Lake James

Lead by a certified naturalist, the Lake James kayak tour is a half day tour spent on a serene lake beneath blue skies. Along the …More

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Lead by a certified naturalist, the Lake James kayak tour is a half day tour spent on a serene lake beneath blue skies. Along the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Outer Banks North Carolina Helicopter Tour Ocean View

Your adventure begins as you lift off from Dare Co Airport, where you'll quickly climb above the breathtaking waters of the Roanoke Sound. Fly over …More

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Your adventure begins as you lift off from Dare Co Airport, where you'll quickly climb above the breathtaking waters of the Roanoke Sound. Fly over...

10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$97
Floating Bar Crawl Tour

Asheville is known for Beer and Nature! We combine the two. This is a fun trip to bar hop by raft. We will casually float …More

Asheville is known for Beer and Nature! We combine the two. This is a fun trip to bar hop by raft. We will casually float...

4 hours
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$81
Stand Up Paddledboard Rental, Jordan Lake

Our paddleboard and other non-motorized water equipment rentals launch from Farrington Point hand carried boat launch - one of the moat popular locations on all …More

Our paddleboard and other non-motorized water equipment rentals launch from Farrington Point hand carried boat launch - one of the moat popular locations on all...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$60
Introduction Helicopter Tour : Outer Banks North Carolina

Take in the stunning Outer Banks from above with OBX Helicopter Tours. Perfect for families and couples alike, these tours offer a unique perspective of …More

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Take in the stunning Outer Banks from above with OBX Helicopter Tours. Perfect for families and couples alike, these tours offer a unique perspective of...

5 minutes Free Cancellation
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$52
Shark Tooth Island Kayak Rental

Explore the unique Shark Tooth Island and the scenic Cape Fear River with our kayak rentals. This self-guided paddle adventure is perfect for those looking …More

Explore the unique Shark Tooth Island and the scenic Cape Fear River with our kayak rentals. This self-guided paddle adventure is perfect for those looking...

2 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Kayak Rental on the Outer Banks

We are the only kayak rental company right next to the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve. This paddling area is hands down one of the …More

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We are the only kayak rental company right next to the Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve. This paddling area is hands down one of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Hourly Single Kayak Rental in Whalebone in Nags Head

This location is the ideal location for a first time paddler to try kayaking. The water is very shallow (less than waist deep) and we …More

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This location is the ideal location for a first time paddler to try kayaking. The water is very shallow (less than waist deep) and we...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

This private trip to Masonboro Island will be an unforgettable experience for you and the whole family. Come aboard our 31ft Chaparral Signature for a …More

This private trip to Masonboro Island will be an unforgettable experience for you and the whole family. Come aboard our 31ft Chaparral Signature for a...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,225
Full-Day Private Tour to Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a hidden gem located just west of the Outerbanks, and on this customizable, unique adventure, you have the chance …More

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is a hidden gem located just west of the Outerbanks, and on this customizable, unique adventure, you have the chance...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,000
4 Hr Maggie Valley Slingshot Automatic Rental

Turn Heads in Maggie Valley! You Get 4 Hrs with this booking! Experience the mountains like never before in a Automatic Polaris Slingshot — half …More

Turn Heads in Maggie Valley! You Get 4 Hrs with this booking! Experience the mountains like never before in a Automatic Polaris Slingshot — half...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$600
Karaoke Food Tour

Sing, taste, and sightsee your way through Uptown Charlotte! This fun-filled tour features delicious food hall samples, music, karaoke, and city history—all wrapped in one …More

Sing, taste, and sightsee your way through Uptown Charlotte! This fun-filled tour features delicious food hall samples, music, karaoke, and city history—all wrapped in one...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$600
Wrightsville Beach Private Pontoon Charter

The private charter offers an exclusive cruise for up to 7 passengers aboard a high-end Bennington pontoon boat. This adventure takes you to Masonboro Island, …More

The private charter offers an exclusive cruise for up to 7 passengers aboard a high-end Bennington pontoon boat. This adventure takes you to Masonboro Island,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$435
Charcuterie Cruise to Masonboro Island

Charcuterie Cruise on Masonboro Island Imagine arriving at a private dock, entering a comfortable boat , and a picnic basket of goodies greets you. Than …More

Charcuterie Cruise on Masonboro Island Imagine arriving at a private dock, entering a comfortable boat , and a picnic basket of goodies greets you. Than...

2 hours
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$415
Private Brewery Tour in a '72 VW Bus - Roadies Local

Your brew bus tour is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. Cruise around Wilmington in a classic 1972 VW bus! This is …More

Your brew bus tour is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. Cruise around Wilmington in a classic 1972 VW bus! This is...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$350
Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour

Escape into the beauty of Western North Carolina on this full-day private mountain adventure featuring waterfalls, charming towns, scenic overlooks, and natural treasures. Departing Asheville, …More

Escape into the beauty of Western North Carolina on this full-day private mountain adventure featuring waterfalls, charming towns, scenic overlooks, and natural treasures. Departing Asheville,...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$325
Customizable Private Day Trips out of Asheville

Outta Asheville specializes in curating unforgettable private tours for your family or small group, that transport you beyond the vibrant heart of Asheville, North Carolina, …More

Outta Asheville specializes in curating unforgettable private tours for your family or small group, that transport you beyond the vibrant heart of Asheville, North Carolina,...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$300
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