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Chincoteague Cruises & Nature Tours

2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Drive, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
757-336-5731
5.0 of 5 stars 157 Reviews
Type: Tours
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Chincoteague Cruises & Nature Tours with a Native Son. Glide along island waterways and plunge into local history with Eco-Tour Guide, Captain Charlie...... more » Owner description: Chincoteague Cruises & Nature Tours with a Native Son. Glide along island waterways and plunge into local history with Eco-Tour Guide, Captain Charlie Birch, former US Coast Guardsman & seventh-generation Islander. We take pride in personalizing your tour interest-be it getting as close as possible to pony families, dolphin watching, birding or enjoying a spectacular sunset.Our motto is "Each Tour has a Personality of Its Own". « less
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Our family did a two hour cruise with Captain Charlie Birch and we all LOVED it !!! Captain Charlie is a real local who knows so much local history and about raising oyster and such. WE got great views of the ponies. The boat was very comfortable with extra binoculars for everyone in our party as there are bald eagles... More

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Manassas va
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Charlie is the Best. Great experience. He made sure we saw the famous ponies Go early in the day before it gets hot. Charlie was great with the kids. His love of the land comes put. Makes you forget about your hectic day. I will come back More

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Disputanta, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We had a great time on our cruise. Captain Charlie was great. We were on the cruise with another couple-they had some physical impairments. Captain Charlie made sure they were comfortable. We all enjoyed the trip. Thank you Captain Charlie Burch! More

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Newville, Pennsylvania
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

My husband and I booked the 3:30 cruise. Capt. Charlie's wife called to see if we could come at 3. We got there and found him coming in from a tour that had just saw a herd of horses. So he sped us to the spot and fortunately they were still there. He held the boat there while we got... More

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Norfolk, Virginia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

My mom, sister & I had a wonderful time on our cruise 5/14/12. We actually got to see 2 ponies up close. It was unexpected & a great surprise for all of us. We even got to see one of the ponies swim across to the bigger island from where they were. Our cruise captain Charlie was very knowledgeable &... More

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Marietta, Pennsylvania
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

By far, this is the best cruise/nature tour offered in Chincoteague! Our family of five took a sunset cruise last July, while on our annual family vacation. While we were nervous to embark on a new adventure, Captain Charlie was extremely hospitable. The boat was immaculate and comfortable. The tour offered insight to parts of the island that we normally... More

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Larchmont
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Our family of 4 (kids ages 6,7,9) planned a sunset cruise to see ponies and more. It turned out to be a very cold and windy evening. About a 1/2 hour before the cruise Captain Charlie called to make sure we still wanting to come and suggested dressing warmly. It was cold for sure!!! we had several layers on and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Went to Chincoteague for a few days with the hubby and our two girls, ages 4 and nearly 8. We booked a cruise around Chincoteague and Assateague, Captain Charlie did not disappoint!! Incredibly knowledgeable about the islands, history, wildlife, we all had a great time!! He was also more prepared than we were, with extra wind breakers and blankets for... More

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
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Our family of four took a sunset cruise with Captain Charlie and were very pleased with the tour. Charlie made sure we were all comfortable with extra jackets and blankets (it was cold) and made a special point to tell us about everything we saw and answer all questions. Both my 8 and 16 (teen!) year old kids enjoyed it... More

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stuyvesant, ny
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

My wife and I signed up on short notice - were joined by two other couples. Captain Birch knows and loves Chincoteague and Asateague - and clearly enjoyed showing us around. The one tip - take warm clothing as being out on the water for a sunset cruise as we were can be cold! We were glad we went -... More

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