---
title: Bodie Island OBX Clear Kayak Tour
slug: bodie-island-clear-kayak-tour-nags-head
type: attraction
sub_type: kayaking
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/bodie-island-clear-kayak-tour-nags-head
city: Nags Head
state: NC
country: US
address: 8210 Bodie Island Lighthouse Rd
geo:
  lat: 35.81819
  lng: -75.56428
duration: up to 1.5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:10:56.894Z
price_from:
  amount: 60
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Bodie Island Clear Kayak Tour
        price: 60
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (12+ yrs)
            min_age: 12
          - name: Child (0-9 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 9
---
## Overview

Set out on a clear kayak tour in Nags Head’s Outer Banks near the Bodie Island Lighthouse, paddling calm waters while enjoying coastal views and spotting wildlife in shallow marshes.

## What's Included

- Transparent tandem kayak
- Guided tour with insights about Bodie Island’s history and coastal ecosystem
- Life jackets provided (except children under 3 must bring their own)
- Dry bag per kayak

## What's Not Included

- Not explicitly stated in the source

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## Ticket Options

- **Bodie Island Clear Kayak Tour** — $60.00
  Start your OBX kayaking tour with a relaxed paddle across calm waters. This 1.5 to 2-hour tour includes a local tour guide, a clear kayak, safety gear and a dry bag. Glide through scenic marshes in Nags Head, NC, while spotting coastal wildlife and enjoying a beginner-friendly route.
  - Adult (12+ yrs)
  - Child (0-9 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Paddle a transparent kayak with stunning underwater views.
* Enjoy a beginner-friendly route on calm Roanoke Sound waters.
* Conveniently located just south of Nags Head, NC.
* Explore North Carolina’s Outer Banks – OBX.
* Learn about Bodie Island’s history from a knowledgeable guide.
* Spot egrets, pelicans, cormorants, stingrays and turtles along the way.
* Suitable for all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.
* Dogs allowed when within the combined kayak weight limit of 425 lbs.
* Bring a camera or smartphone, water, a swimsuit or quick-dry clothes, water-friendly sandals/shoes, a towel, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where does the tour depart from?

Tours depart from the Bodie Island Lighthouse, located at 8210 Bodie Island Lighthouse Rd, Nags Head, NC 27959.

### Is there parking on site?

Yes, free parking is available on site at the Bodie Island Visitor Center.

### How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

### Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all ages. Please note that one adult must accompany each guest ages 17 and under.

### Are life jackets provided?

Yes, life jackets are provided. However, children under 3 years of age (or under 30lbs) must bring their own life jacket, as the size is very specific and safety is of utmost importance.

### What should I bring on the tour?

Bring a camera or smartphone, water, a swimsuit or quick-dry clothes, water-friendly sandals/shoes, a towel, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. A dry bag is provided per kayak.

### Are the kayaks tandem or solo?

Each kayak is tandem (designed for 2 paddlers). However, the seats are removable, and if you have an odd number of paddlers in your party, they can accommodate the kayak as a single.

### Is there a weight limit for the kayaks?

Yes, tandem kayaks have a max of 425lbs per boat and 250lbs per seat.

### Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the Bodie Island Lighthouse grounds and on kayak tours if the total weight limits are met (max 250lbs per seat, 425lbs per kayak). Keep dogs leashed, avoid high-heat days, and consider local wildlife when bringing your pet on the water.

### What wildlife might I see on the tour?

You might spot egrets, blue herons, cormorants, pelicans, geese, ducks, stingrays and turtles in their natural habitat.

### Can beginners join the tour?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all skill levels, and guides provide basic tips to help you paddle confidently.