Guest Services · Sneads Ferry
Topsail Intracoastal Adventures
Let a captain drive. This veteran-run family business takes guests on pontoon trips for dolphins, shelling, shark teeth and sunsets, and runs fishing charters from the New River marina.
Why guests book
Dolphins come up in dozens of reviews, along with shelling and shark-tooth hunting. Families also try clamming and cast-netting on the longer trips. Annual Topsail visitors who finally booked call it a highlight. The captains include an 82nd Airborne veteran and a 20-year Coast Guard retiree.
What you can book
- Pontoon excursionsTwo- and four-hour trips for shelling, shark teeth and dolphins.
- Sunset cruisesTwo hours on the sound.
- Fish n’ CruiseLight fishing plus a cruise, up to six people.
- Fishing chartersInshore, nearshore and offshore, four to eight hours, with gear and advertised fishing-license coverage; confirm the chosen trip’s inclusions.
- Pup PontoonA pet-friendly trip.
Photo: Topsail Intracoastal Adventures
Before you book
- A deposit holds your trip, and the balance is due after. Get your deposit back with seven days’ notice or if weather cancels.
- Capacity depends on the boat and trip: some excursions take up to six, while the inshore skiff takes two adults or three people including a child. Confirm your group with the company. There’s no toilet on board; use the dock restrooms first.
- Bring food and drinks. Beer is allowed on fishing charters, but no hard liquor.
Book it
- Based in: Sneads Ferry marina (104 James St.)
- Serves: Trips around North Topsail, Surf City and Swansboro; dock pickups by arrangement
- Departure: Depart the Sneads Ferry marina; pickups at guest docks by arrangement.
- Book online: See trips and book
- Phone: 910-705-7286
- Website: topsailboating.com
- More options: more captained boat trips on Topsail
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Independent local business, not affiliated with Treasure Rentals. Based on the company’s official information and recurring themes in public reviews; checked October 2026. Services, seasons and policies change, so confirm details when you book.