Shackleford Banks Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

09/15/2026

Last Safari of the season is September 19th. It's not too late to make your reservation for any day this week.
NOTE: Safari's this week depart from Beaufort, NC only.

09/13/2026

09/09/2026

Good day to all you horse lovers and shelling fanatics. Today, Wednesday September 9, and we have plenty of openings this week, departing daily at 9:00am, for the Shackleford Wild Horse and Shelling Safari. The weather will be great going into the cooler days.
A rare experience with nature you’ll never forget! Track the Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks with your experienced guide and collect North Carolina’s best shells!
Enjoy a 25-minute ferry ride over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of Cape Lookout National Seashore There, you will have the opportunity to see the wild horses. This free roaming herd is believed to be descendants of horses that were brought to the United States roughly 400 years ago. They are one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the United States.
After the tour, you will be directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina. Spend some time on your own shelling your way down the beach with the Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance.
ALL PHOTOS TAKEN WITH A ZOOM LENS AT LEAST 50 FEET AWAY.
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09/01/2026

Spend a memorable morning with a Naturalist and walk away with a true understanding of the horses, the island and this beautiful area. Take home a shell or two to remember your trip, too. We have availability all week from Beaufort to Shackleford Banks. Call 252-838-1167 or visit shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com to make your reservation.

08/27/2026

Spend a memorable morning with a Naturalist and walk away with a true understanding of the horses, the island and this beautiful area. Take home a shell or two to remember your trip, too. We have availability all week from Beaufort to Shackleford Banks.

08/25/2026

Happy Tuesday, August 25. We have plenty of openings this week for the Shackleford Wild Horse and Shelling Safari. A rare experience with nature you’ll never forget! Track the Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks with your experienced guide and collect North Carolina’s best shells!
Enjoy a 25-minute ferry ride over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore There, you will have the opportunity to see the wild horses. This free roaming herd is believed to be descendants of horses that were brought to the United States roughly 400 years ago. They are one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the United States.
After the tour, you will be directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina. Spend some time on your own shelling your way down the beach with the Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance.
ALL PHOTOS TAKEN WITH A ZOOM LENS AT LEAST 50 FEET AWAY.
For more information call 252-838-1167 or visit shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com

08/18/2026

Happy Tuesday, August 18. We have plenty of openings this week for the Shackleford Wild Horse and Shelling Safari. A rare experience with nature you’ll never forget! Track the Wild Horses of Shackleford Banks with your experienced guide and collect North Carolina’s best shells!
Enjoy a 25-minute ferry ride over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of Cape Lookout National Seashore There, you will have the opportunity to see the wild horses. This free roaming herd is believed to be descendants of horses that were brought to the United States roughly 400 years ago. They are one of the last isolated groups of wild horses in the United States.
After the tour, you will be directed to one of the best shelling beaches in all of North Carolina. Spend some time on your own shelling your way down the beach with the Cape Lookout Lighthouse off in the distance.

ALL PHOTOS TAKEN WITH A ZOOM LENS AT LEAST 50 FEET AWAY.

For more information call 252-838-1167 or visit shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com

08/13/2026

Welcome to all our new followers. Make sure to check daily for updates on our trips. We are glad you are here.

08/11/2026

If you are looking for a great adventure, join us for our Shackleford Banks Wild Horse and Shelling Safari. Explore the island with our Naturalist. Learn about the island, the horses and the incredible shelling. This guided tour is available daily from 9:00 am to noon. It will be a great time for all! Book soon as these trips fill up fast. Call 252-838-1176 or visit www.shacklefordwildhorseandshellingsafari.com