Outer Banks Things To Do

AR Workshop is a national boutique DIY workshop franchise, and now there's a location in Kill Devil Hills. They offer instructor-led workshop classes, DIY to-go kits and events where you can make hands-on projects with a group for a party, fundraiser, baby shower or corporate event. Workshops are for all skill levels, including kids, and range from $40 to $70 for adult projects to $40 to $45 for kid projects. They provide all the tools, materials, supplies and instruction, and you can bring snacks and drinks if you'd like. Things you can make include wood projects with graphic lettering, wood boxes, custom clocks, frames, pet beds, pillows, door mats, chunky knit throws, wall hangings, holiday crafts, yard games, wedding designs and so much more. If you don't have time for DIY, they can make gifts or home decor for you. The retail boutique stocks home decor items and gifts.

Some of the best wildlife viewing and paddling on the Outer Banks takes place in the remote northern waterways of the Currituck Sound near the Virginia border. Back Country’s unique 4x4 & Kayak Safari carries small groups and families by custom open-air Safari Cruisers through 30 miles of off-road beach, dune and sand trail to paddle from the private Spanish Mustang Preserve where they have exclusive access. The waters are protected from wind and current, and the tandem kayaks are super stable. Naturalist guides, who are also your kayak instructors, will explain Outer Banks ecology and point out local wildlife. In an effort to preserve this unspoiled habitat, Back Country limits space to just 10 people. Each tour is three-plus hours and is the best of both worlds, an off-road 4x4 Safari excursion and a kayak tour. Tours are available for beginner or intermediate paddlers. Reservations are required.

Highly intuitive and well known for her honest and accurate readings, Bianca can give you insight on your new normal (and help you understand where your spirit animals are taking you) using yoga cards, energy readings, tea leaf readings and color therapy. For more than 30 years, Bianca has helped hundreds live a healthier and stress-free life, and as a life coach she assures you success by advising you in love, business, marriage, divorce, health and family matters. Bianca also offers meditation and yoga on the beach. Make an appointment with her at her shop in downtown Manteo or at her location in Kill Devil Hills, or schedule a Facetime, Zoom or phone reading, which she has been doing for years. Bianca also offers her services for bachelorette, wedding and engagement parties and other events.

It’s very exciting to watch bottlenosed dolphins frolicking and rolling through the water. Dolphins live in the sounds and from June through October frequent the local waters. Capt. Stuart Wescott, a ninth-generation Roanoke Island native, has been conducting dolphin watch tours in the Roanoke Sound aboard the 53-foot pontoon-type boat Capt. Johnny for more than 25 years. If you miss the dolphins on your first trip, Capt. Wescott gives you a second tour for free. He shares his knowledge and history of the area on the tour as well. Dolphin tours last two hours, and there are several trips a day (morning, mid-day and sunset). Tours range in price from $10 to $35; call for details. Sunset cruises, bird-watching tours and shrimping/crabbing cruises are also offered. Stop by the dock site on the Manteo waterfront or call for more information on this very popular Outer Banks activity. Note that these tours run only Monday through Friday, though charters are also available on Saturdays and Sundays. 

Whether you enjoy the thrill of parasailing or the excitement of a Waverunner, it's waiting for you at Causeway Watersports. This adventure mecca is on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway (look for the 30-foot observation tower near Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe). They offer Jet Ski rentals and tours and pontoon boat rentals so you can be your own captain of a dolphin tour. For a great deal ask about their parasailing/-t-shirt/photo package. Causeway Watersports does not accept online reservations as they prefer to offer a more personalized experience – so schedule your adventure with them over the phone.