Welcome to Wanchese Marina!

We are located in Wanchese, North Carolina, a village on Roanoke Island famous for it's fishing culture, beautiful views, and quick access to the Atlantic Ocean. Eager to get a taste of life on the high seas? Join one of our knowledgeable captains on a charter or tour! Our captains offer a variety of trips sure to suit your personal interest and family needs.

So, whether you are curious about spotting a bottle nose dolphin or ready to head offshore to hook a tuna, Wachese Marina is your go-to-spot for family friendly, recreational fun on the water. It's sure to be a highlight of your vacation!

With our waterfront seating, you can enjoy a tasty snack or some fresh local seafood steamed while overlooking the water.

OUR CHARTERS

Whether you're looking for the challenge and excitement of an offshore, inshore, or near shore charter fishing trip... a family excursion looking to do some shrimping or crabbing or hoping to see a bottlenose dolphin up close...

We have the boats, captains' with the experience, and staff to deliver the perfect fishing adventure for you and your family. We can also arrange an all-inclusive package for your charter

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THE LANDING GRILL

Swing by The Landing Grill before your charter for a hearty, homemade breakfast with biscuits, eggs, grits and more! After your tour, check out our lunch menu, which features fresh caught homemade tuna or chicken salad, awesome burgers, and pizza made to order.

Come join us at our Steam Bar for some fresh local seafood while enjoying our beautiful view overlooking the water.

Need to grab something on the go? We have you covered with plenty of snacks, drinks, and convenience items for your trip on the water!

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Marina Amenities

Wanchese Marina can meet all of your boating needs! From diesel and non-ethanol fuel, professional fish cleaning, bait, light fishing tackle and an official NC Citation weigh station. We also have Beverages, Snacks and Convenience Items, Restaurant, Souvenir Shop, T-Shirts and Ice. Our ship's store is open 7 days a week from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm

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Harbor Star Dolphin Tours

Witness the wild bottlenose dolphins of the Atlantic! On the tour, be generally wooed by the abundant life bustling about the waters of the Outer Banks. This 2-hour cruise happens aboard the beautifully remodeled Harbor Star multiple times a day, including a sunset cruise.

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Need a Place to Stay?

We recommend Oasis Suites - just a short drive from the marina. Mention you are fishing with us and receive a 10% discount on your stay.

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Nearshore Action Continues Here on the Outer Banks

Our nearshore boats have been bringing limits of spanish mackeral almost every trip this week! The size and quality of the fishing coming in are some of the best we have seen in awhile. ..

Jun 28, 2019

Harbor Star Dolphin Tours on the Outer Banks

The dolphins in the sound have been very active this week - giving everyone a great show! This is a great family adventure and the kids have a blast! Don't forget about our sunset cruises..

Jun 28, 2019

And It Continues - Fish Hitting the Docks at Wanchese Marina

Our captains continue to hit the docks with some great catches. Capt. Ralph on the Hayden Express has had a great week so far, bigeye tuna, yellowfin tuna, mahi and tile fish on his offshore..

Jun 26, 2019