Enjoy Your Own Tiki Bar on the Beaufort Waterfront

Wild horses, BYOB, calm waters, USCG-licensed captains

Tiki Boat Tours in Beaufort, NC

Coastal Calm

Starts at

$50.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

1.5 - 2 Hours

Mornings on the Crystal Coast are truly magical. The air is cooler before the afternoon heat sets in, the water is often calmer, and the sunrise—if you’d like to schedule an earlier cruise to catch it—is simply breathtaking. It’s the perfect time to soak in the beauty of the coast. In the mornings, you might even spot the wild horses closer to the water for an unforgettable view! Meet our captain bright and early either at the Rhumbar or the Boathouse at the Beaufort Hotel and step aboard our tiki boat. Bring along your choice on your choice of a morning drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and enjoy a peaceful start to the day on the water.

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Sightseeing Cruise

Starts at

$55.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

1.5 - 2 Hours

Hop aboard a tiki boat for an unforgettable way to experience the Crystal Coast and Historic Downtown Beaufort! Cruise between local islands, home to wild horses and stunning scenery, as you soak in the vibrant coastal atmosphere. There’s no better way to enjoy the sea breeze, sunshine, and your favorite beverages—don’t forget, it’s BYOB – or click on the “Rhumbar” link and order catering of food and drink (Rhumbar location only) Our expert captains know all the best spots and are happy to suggest creative ways to enhance your adventure. Be sure to ask about exploring nearby islands or even having your own Sandbar Party!

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Sunset Cruise

Most Popular
Starts at

$79.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

2 Hours

What’s better than a tiki cruise on the Crystal Coast? A sunset tiki cruise! As the heat of the day fades, the Crystal Coast transforms into a stunning canvas of vibrant colors. Thanks to the unique alignment of the Southern Outer Banks, the sunset isn’t directly behind the beach, giving you more time to soak in the golden rays—and maybe sip on your favorite beverage, which you can either bring aboard or at our Rhumbar location can order both food and drinks by clicking on the Rhumbar link on this site. Our expert captains know the perfect spots to catch the best views or squeeze in those last magical moments of sunlight, making every sunset cruise unforgettable.

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Custom Charter

Starts at

$325.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

2 - 8 Hours

Get your own tiki bar tailored to your special occasion, be it a business meeting, bridesmaids’ or groomsmens’ party, or even a wedding onboard the tiki (we’ve done a bunch of them!). Pick up can be at our standard locations or a custom one (though some nautical limitations based on dock size). Duration can be from 2 to 8 hours, depending on what you want. And, if you want your custom event catered with drinks and food from Beaufort’s favorite Rhumbar restaurant, we can arrange that as well.

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Evening Drinks Cruise

Starts at

$60.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

1.5 - 2 Hours

Enjoy your evening cocktails—don’t forget, it’s either BYOB or at our Rhumbar location, you can click the Rhumbar link on our website and have your boat catered with drinks and food. Before heading out to dinner at one of Beaufort’s fine dining spots. Need a recommendation? Blue Moon Bistro and Rhumbar are two local favorites. !

Not into evening drinks? No problem! Bring your favorite snacks, relax, and enjoy a peaceful cruise between local islands, home to wild horses and stunning scenery. Soak in the beautiful coastal atmosphere—there’s truly no better way to spend the evening!

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Tiki Adventure

Starts at

$30.00

Fees for booking and credit card not included.
Duration

40 Minutes

New this season, and only at our new Rhumbar location! Get the chance to experience the best views of Beaufort from the water with a short (40 minute) cruise on the tiki boat. Depending on demand, cruises will be set to leave every hour on the half hour starting at 1130am and going through the afternoon. Cost is $30 per person with no children’s rate and requires a minimum of two people per cruise. If you come onboard with a drink from Rhumbar, price is reduced to $25 pp. See your server at Rhumbar for additional information. No electronic reservations – just sign up with the clipboard at the Rhumbar dock!

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Cruise Details
Individual Prices
Private Booking Prices
Cruise Name
Location
Duration
Adults
Kids Under 13
1 Boat
2 Boats
3 Boats
Coastal Calm
Beaufort Hotel
2 Hours
$60
$55
$300
$600
$900
Coastal Calm
Rhumbar
90 Mins
$50
$45
$250
$500
$750
Beaufort Sightseeing
Beaufort Hotel
2 Hours
$65
$60
$325
$650
$975
Beaufort Sightseeing
Rhumbar
90 Mins
$55
$50
$275
$550
$825
Evening Drinks
Beaufort Hotel
2 Hours
$70
$65
$350
$700
$1,050
Evening Drinks
Rhumbar
90 Mins
$60
$55
$300
$600
$900
Sunset
Beaufort Hotel
2 Hours
$79
$74
$395
$790
$1,185
Sunset
Rhumbar
2 Hours
$79
$74
$395
$790
$1,185
Tiki Adventures
Rhumbar
40 Mins
$35
$30
$175
$350
N/A
Tiki Adventures *adults with drinks from Rhumbar (coupon code required)
$30
$25
$150
$300
N/A
Beaufort by Moonlight
Rhumbar
60 Mins
$70
$65
$350
$700
$1,050

How it works

Choose Your Location

Cruisin’ Tikis® sets sail in some of the coolest locales around. Pick your tiki paradise to get the party started.

Pick Your Date

Snag individual seats to mix and mingle with other guests or book a private tour for your own tiki extravaganza!

Invite Your Friends

Select your squad, pack your favorite beverages, and make sure everyone's ready for a tiki-tastic time. Don't forget to have everyone sign the pre-tour waiver!

Meet Up

Make your way to the starting dock at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure. Our tiki captains will help stash your drinks, go over safety guidelines, and prep your crew.

Do Some Cruisin’

Cue up your ultimate beach playlist, pop open a drink, and let the tiki vibes flow. Cheers to a boatload of fun!

Any Occasion can be a Tiki Occasion

Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort can accommodate requests for larger groups and special occasions. Some of our favorite tiki occasions include:

  • Proposals, Weddings, & Rehearsal Dinners
  • Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties
  • Corporate Events & Business Meetings
  • Team Building
  • Tiki Beach Yoga
  • Romantic Date Nights
  • Family Adventures
  • Just Because

Even though each tiki boat can only hold 6 passengers (plus a captain) – we have 3 boats in service, which allows for groups of up to 18 passengers out at the same time. For groups larger than 18 people, we can rotate passengers for tiki boat rides as desired. Your tiki options are endless!

Group of friends wearing colorful floral shirts celebrating on a tiki boat with drinks, tropical scenery in the background.
A joyful couple in wedding attire stands at a boat's helm, surrounded by friends, with a waterfront view and tropical decor.

DOWNTOWN BEAUFORT

The Rhumbar, founded in 1999 and a Beaufort Favorite for decades before as Front Street Grill at Stillwater, has the best waterfront location in Beaufort right on Taylor Creek. You can dine at the Rhumbar before or after your cruise, and even have your tiki catered with some of the Rhumbar’s fun drinks and food (to cater boat click Rhumbar catering link on website and note time and date of cruise).

The Beaufort Hotel/Boathouse

Perfect for (but not limited to!) guests who are staying at the Beaufort Hotel or dining at 34 Degrees North.

ABOUT CRUISIN’ TIKIS BEAUFORT

The family behind Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort has spent multiple generations coming to the Crystal Coast for their summers and know that it’s the perfect place for you to spend your vacation. Even better, why not spend it on a boat with your own captain, who can take care of the boring stuff while you drink in the sights and the beverages you purchased? That’s why we started Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort, to give everyone that opportunity for summertime fun!

We provide a Coast Guard licensed captain, a killer Bluetooth sound system, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and cups. Just come, bring your favorite beverages and food, and enjoy your own little slice of a tropical vacation!

Looking for an extra tiki-tastic time?

We are open to your ideas – all our cruises are customizable! Give us a call at (252) 228-1379 to discuss or you can schedule a call with the link below!

Why Guests Love Us

USCG Licensed Captains
Cooler + Ice Included
Bluetooth Speaker
BYOB

What Makes Us Special

Wild horses
Calm intracoastal waters
Sunset views
BYOB tiki bar vibe
Local captains

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Most cruises are 1.5 or 2 hours. Longer cruises are available by request!

Dogs are allowed, provided you are booking the entire boat. The dog must be on a leash and wearing a life jacket. Dogs cannot be allowed if you are not booking the entire boat as we may be unaware of other guests’ allergies.

Yes, children are allowed. Children under the age of 13 are required to wear a child-sized life jacket, which we do have on board. Please let us know if you plan to bring children so we can make appropriate accommodations for life jackets.

Yes, there is a type 1 PFD for every passenger, along with all the coast guard requirements for the vessel including a first aid kit.

The US Coast Guard regulations for our tiki boats is 6 passengers plus crew (this limit includes children of all ages). For larger parties, you can reserve multiple tiki boats to travel together! Please give us a call to learn more about booking a large party with us!

Yes, all routes are subject to change due to weather or current conditions, docking, USCG restrictions or captains’ discretion.

What’s Included:

  • Cooler with ice
  • Ice for in your drinks
  • Complimentary cups
  • Bottled waters
  • Bluetooth sound system
  • Licensed Captain

What to Bring:

  • Any food & beverages you wish to enjoy (yes, even alcohol!)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses

Items Worth Considering:

  • Bugspray
  • Towels
  • A light jacket or cover up (depending on the season)

Parking varies based on the pickup location selected. Please refer to your confirmation emails or call us directly for the best parking tips!

The tiki boat has a cruising speed at around 4 to 6 mph.

All our Captains have been vetted and trained through the U.S Coast Guard requirements. All captains have been chosen based on their experience with boating and knowledge of the area.

We do operate in the rain as the tiki boats have a roof. However, the captain can decide at any time to cancel due to conditions (typically high winds or thunder storms). We operate under USCG’s rules. The USCG does not advise going out if wind speeds exceed 20 knots. If you are unable to reschedule and still want to go on one of our cruises, the captains may under certain conditions decide to cruise in calmer water which is protected by islands.

Our Captains do work for tips, so gratuity is greatly appreciated. We suggest a 20% gratuity (on the regular price if using discount) for our captains… they are very experienced, knowledgeable, and work hard to ensure your safety and to provide an amazing tiki experience for our guests!

Besides relaxing with a cold drink we can pretty much book anything you can imagine. From bachelorette and bachelor parties, corporate meetings, birthday parties, weddings… you name it and we will try to make it work. Give us a call for special requests or large group (over 6 persons) reservations. If you are having a wedding reception, corporate event, or other function we can do short trips of 15-20 minutes picking up from a convenient location so all your guests can enjoy!

Our tikis are NOT equipped with restrooms. We strongly encourage you to use the restroom before leaving the dock. So please do NOT drink more than you are able to “hold” while on your tour!

Yes, we do have bluetooth-capable speaker systems that can sync to your phone and choice of music.

If you don’t want to bring your own food and drink, you can choose to have any daytime cruise (after 11am) leaving from our Rhumbar location catered with food and drinks. To do so, you need to click on our website link for Tiki Catering which will bring you directly into the Rhumbar’s food and drink online ordering app. Just order what you want (it’s a separate bill from your tiki trip) and note the time and date of your cruise on the order. Your food will be waiting for you when you arrive – it’s that simple!

Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11.21.2024

  1. Introduction
    Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us online or in person. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
  2. Information We Collect
    We may collect the following types of information:
    • Personal Information: Identifiable information, such as your name, email address, phone number, payment information, and any other information you voluntarily provide to us.
    • Usage Data: Information about your device and how you interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser types, referring URLs, and pages visited.
    • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track your activity on our website and store certain information.
  3. How We Use Your Information
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    • To process payments and provide the services you requested.
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  5. Data Security
    We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
    Cruisin’ Tikis Beaufort
    Email: 
    info@cruisintikisbeaufort.com
    Phone: (252) 228-1379

FRANCHISE YOUR OWN TIKI BOAT BUSINESS.

INTERESTED IN OWNING A FRANCHISE?

Cruisin’ Tikis® is looking for Franchise operators in great territories ! If you love being out on the water and want to run your own business, join our team! We sell fun and we put smiles on peoples faces… one cruise at a time!

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