Myster Boat Tours
Mystery Tours


Cruise with us and you will see why Mystery Tours Inc. is the highest rated and longest running harbor Tour Company on the Crystal Coast. We have been bringing fun, adventure and educational experience to guests since 1986. The secret to our success is the incomparable service you'll receive from our captains and crew.
There are now two vessels in the Mystery Tour fleet: The Mystery and the Diamond City. Both are U.S. Coast Guard approved and equipped with every modern convenience. The range of our tour options are impressive. Reservations are required for dinner cruises and fishing trips, and are suggested on all other cruises.
The Mystery
(113 Passengers) Original vessel in our fleet, is equipped with two restrooms, P.A. system, shaded upper deck and snack bar/souvenir shop.
Diamond City
(149 Passengers) Newest addition to our fleet is the 149 passenger Diamond City. The Diamond City has an enclosed main salon, and the upper deck is shaded with the option of pull down weather curtains. A large snack bar, two restrooms and a P.A. system are other amenities aboard this vessel. The Diamond City also has a fully stocked bar with all ABC Permits.

We are the only Dinner Cruise Boat In Town

ULTIMATE LUNCH CRUISE Mon- Sat. 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Reservations Required "Do lunch" aboard this narrated cruise of the Crystal Coast. Some of the interesting sites include the NC State Port, bird rookeries, feeding grounds of the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin, historic Beauforts 18th century homes, yachts from all points of the globe, wild ponies on Carrot Island, Duke University Marine Lab, Radio Island, Fort Macon and adjoining US Coast Guard base, and Shackleford Banks.

CAPTAIN'S CHOICE DINNER CRUISE Saturday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm . Reservations Required Enjoy dining in an atmosphere of casual elegance on the water. Our dinner cruise features an impressive entrée, heavenly desserts, and exceptional service. Choice wines and specialty drinks round out this exceptional evening on the water. Riders are welcome upstairs. Casual dress. If you are 21 years of age or older, stay onboard for our late night party cruise at no additional cost. Enjoy dancing and socializing with a DJ or live band.

PIG PICKIN' DINNER CRUISE - All you Can Eat Tuesday & Thursday . 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm . Reservations Required The whole family will enjoy this authentic Southern buffet of NC style pork barbecue, fried and barbecue chicken, cole slaw, hush puppies, potato salad, baked beans and banana pudding for dessert. This is our most economical cruise so bring the whole family to enjoy.

SHRIMP-A-ROO DINNER CRUISE -All You Can Eat Wednesday & Friday . 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm . Reservations Required Nothing could be finer than watching a Crystal Coast sunset while feasting on our All-You-Can-Eat Seafood Buffet including fried shrimp, flounder, clam strips, along with hushpuppies, potato salad, and cole slaw.

Dolphins in the Crystal Coast

Fishing

Fish the calm inland waters of the Crystal Coast. Catch flounder, trout, croakers, spots, black sea bass, sharks, blues and many fish abundant in the area. The 65' Mystery can fish 40-50 comfortably, has 2 restrooms, large indoor cabin and a snack bar. This is great for old salt or beginners. Perfect for the entire famiily, even small children. Calm inland waters mean no sick fishermen. "No License Required"
Rates include Bait, Tackle, Reel, Rod and Ice. Just Bring a Cooler.
 
Adults: $41.00 - Children 5-12: $31.00 - Children under 5: $16.00
8:00am - 12:00pm
Riders are half price
No License REQUIRED

Dolphin Watch

Guarenteed Dolphin Watch
Cruise calm inland waters in search of playful Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins. The 360° Degree unobstructed view and stability of the Diamond City make it the perfect dolphin watching platform. Its speed enables us to cover up to 40 miles of prime dolphin habitat.. so we guarantee you'll see dolphin on this trip or you will receive a free pass on one of our other cruises. Guaranteed Dolphin "Watch" Only Guaranteed Dolphin Watch in town and our experienced Captain's know prime dolphin habitats
Brunch with the Dolpins
Enjoy a Sunday morning cruising inland waters and watching the dolphins and wild ponies as you sip complimentary Mimosas and Bloody Marys. Our buffet includes a variety of delicious brunch items that will satisfy any taste. Space is limited, so reservations are a must.

Party Cruises

Saturday 9:30 to 12 am
Must be 21 (valid ID required).
Reservations Recommended
Start you night of club-hopping off in style! Join us aboard our floating nightclub. Our covered upper deck features a large dance floor complete with a state of the art sound system and full-service bar. Get powered up as our DJ pumps out your favorite dance hits, priming you to hit the rest of the local clubs when you return back to the dock at midnight. Check out our special events that we offer while here on the website. We feature both local and regional bands. Other special events include 4th of July cruises, raceboat cruises and Festival cruises. Make your reservations early for the August 9th pirate invasion cruise. Dress up and get in for half price.

Corporate Parties

At Mystery Boat Tours we do offer many packages from dinner and dancing on the Diamond City and private fishing charters on the Mystery. Bring any Corporate functions to us wheather it's fishing, dining or dancing and we can accomodate.

Mystery Boat Tours can accommodate corporate meetings. We also offer many attractions for families, so bring them along. We can also leave from several different ports of call including New Bern, Oriental, Swansboro, Washington, Morehead city and Belhaven.

Call our offices today for special rates:
(252) 728-7827 or (866) 230-BOAT

Weddings

Let Diamond City Cruises fulfill all your wedding dreams. Imagine, on your special day, cruising the serene and scenic waters of North Carolinas Crystal Coast! The Diamond City, a 149-passenger cruise vessel, is ideally suited for weddings and receptions.

The covered upper deck and enclosed main salon ensure a successful event no matter what the weather. Enjoy you unique wedding and reception with dining and dancing while the vessel is underway. You and your guest may see the fabled wild ponies  descendants of the mustangs that swam ashore from wrecked Spanish galleons  on the nearby barrier islands.

On board, our professional staff is prepared to make your wedding an event that you and your guest will cherish always. You can plan your own festivities or allow us to be your wedding consultants. Our special events coordinator is ready to help you plan your dream wedding.

Please call our account executive for reservations and pricing.

  • Rehearsal Dinners
  • Wedding Ceremonies
  • Receptions
  • Bachelor & Bachelorette Parties
  • And all other special occasions

Private Parties

From Holiday parties to birthday celebrations we will cater to you needs. If you want an evening of dinner and dancing we will make your function special. We can depart from our home port of Beaufort or several other locations, including Swansboro, New Bern, and Oriental.

Education

Dear Educators,

Mystery Tours Inc. have been providing educational field trip needs to the school systems of North Carolina, Virginia and other states from all regions of the U.S. for over 21 years. To better serve your needs and expand the available options for your excursions, we now offer 2 vessels in our fleet. We are able to handle groups as large as 149 passengers. Mystery Tours Inc. is permitted by the National Park Service and the N.C. Utilities Commission. All of our Captains and mates are U.S. Coast Guard licensed; CPR trained and are certified drug free by the Maritime Consortium. The following information will give you an idea of the excursions we are offering for the Spring and Fall trip seasons.

  • 1 and 2 hour narrated tours*
  • 1 and half hour dolphin watch*
  • 3 hour inland bay fishing excursions*
  • 3 or 4 hour combination fishing/Shackleford Bank excursions*
  • 3 or 4 hour Shackleford Bank excursions*
  • 3 hour Pirate Treasure hunt*
*Box lunches are available at an additional cost.

If you are interested in a unique educational experience, or would like to speak to one of our experienced field trip specialist concerning scheduling, call toll free 1-866-230-BOAT. Please keep in mind that choice dates go quickly, so schedule your preferred date early. We are also in walking distance of the N.C. Maritime Museum, The Beaufort Historical Grounds and a short drive from the N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Ask one of our field trip specialists for more information on these facilities.

Pirates

  • Pirates known toboard the Mystery Daily
  • Free Gifts for Children
  • Special Photo Packages
Treasure Hunt Treasure Hunt
Search for hidden treasures with our pirate on a deserted island. Children receive a treasure map and there own treasure gifts to take home. Make this highlight of your children's vacation. Great for ages 4-12.
 
 
Special Photo Packages
Photos taken with the Mystery Pirate will be developed, framed and waiting for you when you return to the dock.
 
 

Directions

From New Bern
Take Hwy 70 East. Continue through Havelock and Morehead City and into Beaufort. After you cross the drawbridge in Beaufort, go to the first traffic light (Turner St.) and turn right. Follow Turner to the end and turn left (Front St.) travel east about 2 blocks and the boats will be on your right in front of the Inlet Inn.
 
Fom I-95
Take the Hwy 70, Smithfield Exit. Head East on Hwy 70 through Goldsboro, Kinston and New Bern. Hwy 70 turns into Aredell Street in Morehead City. Follow Hwy 70 (Arendell st.) through Morehead City and into Beaufort. After you cross the drawbridge in Beaufort, go to the first light (Turner St.) and turn right. Follow Turners to the end and turn left (Front St) travel east about 2 blocks and the boats will be on your right in front of the Inlet Inn.
 
From Jacksonville
Take Hwy. 24 East info Morehead City. Intersects with Hwy. 70 East. Follow Hwy 70 (Arendell st.) through Morehead City and into Beaufort. After you cross the drawbridge in Beaufort, go to the first light (Turner St.) and turn right. Follow Turners to the end and turn left (Front St) travel east about 2 blocks and the boats will be on your right in front of the Inlet Inn.
 
From Emerald Isle
Take Hwy 58 West to Cape Carteret across the Emerald Isle Bridge. Turn Right onto Hwy 24. Take Hwy 24. East into Morehead City until 24 intersects with Hwy 70 East. . Follow Hwy 70 (Arendell st.) through Morehead City and into Beaufort. After you cross the drawbridge in Beaufort, go to the first light (Turner St.) and turn right. Follow Turners to the end and turn left (Front St) travel east about 2 blocks and the boats will be on your right in front of the Inlet Inn.
Area Map

Prices



The Mystery Adult Rates Child 5-12 Child Under 5
   1/2 Day Fishing $41.00 $31.00 $16.00
     8:00am - 12:00pm
     Riders are half price
     No License REQUIRED
   Scenic Harbor Tours $16.00 $11.00 Free
     2:00pm  4:30pm   7:00pm
       
The Diamond City Adult Rates Child 5-12 Child Under 5
   1 1/2 hour Ultimate Lunch Cruise $25.00 $15.00 $6.00
     12:00 - 1:30 Lunch Included
   Captain's Dinner $50.00 No Child
Rates
No Child
Rates
     7:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday Only
     Price Includes tax & Gratuity
   Dolphin Watch $16.00 $13.00 Free
     9:15-11:15 Tuesday - Saturday
   Party Cruise $10.00 Must be 21 Must be 21
     9:30pm - 1:30 pm
   Pig Pickin Dinner Cruise $29.00 $16.00 $6.00
     7:00pm - 9:00pm Tueday & Thursday
   Shrimp-A-Roo Dinner Cruise $34.00 $20.00 $6.00
     7:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday & Friday
   Sunday Brunch with the Dolphins $34.00 $20.00 $6.00
     11:30 - 1:30
   Treasure Hunt $21.00 $21.00 $21.00
     12:30pm - 3:30pm Monday - Friday
       

Links

Vacation on the North Carolina Coast or Live Here All Year Carteret County is Ready to Serve.
   Carteret County Chamber of Commerce
   CERF - Outer Banks
For all of your Offshore Fishing
   For all your Offshore Fishing
   North Carolina Maritime Museum
   North Carolina Waterman
   North Carolina's Crystal Coast
You can just visit ... our you can become an insider
   The Insiders' Guide® to North Carolina's Central Coast & New Bern


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