Outdoors things to do in Outer Banks

We rank 29 outdoor things to do in Outer Banks, United States. The highest scoring is Alligator River Kayak Adventure with an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $15 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
29
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
29
From
$15

Outdoors in Outer Banks compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Outer Banks by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Alligator River Kayak Adventure73$592h4.8/5 (89)
Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour69$491.5h4.7/5 (84)
OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks69$251.3h4.6/5 (332)
Kitty Hawk Maritime Forrest and Marsh Tour67$601.5h4.9/5 (35)
Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour66$252h4.6/5 (36)
Cape Hatteras Kayak Tour65$592h4.8/5 (24)
Wild Dolphin Tours and Sunset Cruises in Outer Banks, NC64$312h4.8/5 (51)
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows of Manteo61$261h4.3/5 (85)
Roanoke Island Kayak Tour58$601.5h4.8/5 (11)
4 hour - 16 Person Pontoon Rental in Nags Head57$5092h5/5 (19)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Outer Banks

Outdoors in Outer Banks: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Outer Banks?
Alligator River Kayak Adventure is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100 from 89 traveler reviews. Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour, OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks, Kitty Hawk Maritime Forrest and Marsh Tour follow close behind. We rank 29 outdoors experiences in Outer Banks in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Outer Banks cost?
Expect around $113 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from $15, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Outer Banks for today?
Yes. 29 of the 29 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Outer Banks currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Outer Banks?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Outer Banks, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Outer Banks?
May to June and September to October, avoiding hurricane peak.

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