Outdoors things to do in Outer Banks

We rank 31 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 $13 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
31
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
31
From
$13

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 (91)
Kitty Hawk Maritime Forrest and Marsh Tour73$601.5h5/5 (62)
Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour71$491.5h4.7/5 (87)
OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks70$251.3h4.6/5 (346)
Outer Banks Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle (2 Tours)68$216h4.6/5 (36)
Wild Dolphin Tours and Sunset Cruises in Outer Banks, NC67$312h4.8/5 (62)
Cape Hatteras Kayak Tour67$592h4.8/5 (24)
OBX Ghost Tours: Lighthouse Wraiths & Dune Shadows of Manteo66$261h4.4/5 (90)
Roanoke Island Kayak Tour60$601.5h4.8/5 (11)
4 hour - 16 Person Pontoon Rental in Nags Head60$5092h5/5 (20)

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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 91 traveler reviews. Kitty Hawk Maritime Forrest and Marsh Tour, Kitty Hawk Woods Kayak Tour, OBX Ghost Tours- The Original Ghost Tour of the Outer Banks follow close behind. We rank 31 outdoors experiences in Outer Banks in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Outer Banks cost?
Expect around $110 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Wright Brothers Carolina Dunes Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour from $13, 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. 31 of the 31 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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