Masonboro Intracoastal Waterways

Masonboro is extremely effected by tides. At low tide it can become more of a walking tour, in deep mud so we advise higher tides or bring a good pair of water shoes. Our advice would be early morning or late afternoon to avoid North Carolina’s harsh sun. Extreme weather conditions can be a common occurrence so preparing yourself is important. Having the correct light clothing and plenty of water for hydration is highly recommended.

Mike or one of his team will provide a 5-7 minute safety and skill demonstration. This will guide you through some minimum water safety instructions and a brief paddle demonstration. If you don’t arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your booking you will waive this demonstration as we are on strict time schedules.

We provide your kayak, paddle and life vest, we’ll also provide instruction and direction as long as you arrive 10-15 minutes early. We do however encourage people dress appropriately with light weight clothing avoiding dark colours and water shoes are a good option. It’s essential you bring water (Aussie Mike often has bottled water for sale) for hydration. It is Mandatory that someone in your party brings a phone in case of emergency (dry bags available for rent upon request).

We ask that you plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour start time, safety demonstration will start.

This location does require crossing busy boat channels and dealing with severe boat wake before you can escape into the beautiful secluded waterways.  All of Aussie Yaks tours are designed for leisure, family friendly fun.  Let’s not forget you are not in a lake so there is a current to contend with along with wind chop depending on conditions but Aussie Yaks doesn’t take risk’s, so if the conditions aren’t safe you’ll be offered rescheduling and if that isn’t possible full refund available.

Due to extreme weather conditions rescheduling and cancellations unfortunately do occur. Firstly we’ll try to reschedule but let me reassure you that if you don’t paddle you’ll get a 100% refund. If we start and complete 50% this will be considered non refundable however you will always have the option to reschedule before departure.

We ask that you plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour start time.


We recommend children under 12 years of age paddle in a tandem kayak with an adult.

We highly recommend bringing some appropriate footwear, water shoes, old runners something to protect yourself from oysters, rocks, anything sharp.