Sunrise Cruise

Experience the tranquility of a sunrise cruise around Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. See wild ponies, dolphins, and birds, and learn about the islands’ history and ecology.
Set off before dawn and cruise through remote backwater channels that are inaccessible by car. As the sun rises over the Atlantic side of Assateague, watch the sky shift from deep blue to pink and gold, lighting up the salt marshes, tidal creeks, and pine forests.
Listen as your Captain shares local stories about the islands’ history, the pony herds, the annual pony swim tradition, and the ecology of the surrounding wildlife refuge. Pass close to the historic Assateague Lighthouse, which glows beautifully in the early morning light.