Restless Native Boat Rentals offers self-captained boat rentals on Ocracoke Island, North Carolina, giving guests the freedom to explore the beautiful waters of the Pamlico Sound at their own pace, docked at Anchorage Inn & Marina. The fleet includes 18′ to 24′ boats: a 19′ semi-v hull Carolina skiff, an 18′ v-hull Parker, and multiple 21′ and 24′ Carolina skiffs, all with center consoles, Bimini tops, and 70-115 HP 4-stroke outboards.
Every rental comes with a hands-on lesson on vessel operation and navigating the Pamlico Sound, plus guidance to great fishing and clamming spots. Boats leave the dock full of fuel and are refueled by the renter at the end (a fuel dock sits right next door). Smaller boats (19′ skiff, 18′ Parker) accommodate 4 people, running $200 for a half day (4 hours) or $300 for a full day, with 3-day rentals from $650-700 and week rentals from $950-1,000. The 21′ Carolina skiffs (6 people) run $250 half day/$350 full day, 3-day $750-800, week $1,050-1,100. The 24′ Carolina skiffs (8 people) run $250 half day/$350 full day, 3-day $850-900, week $1,250-1,300.
Suggested adventures include exploring the calm waters between Ocracoke and Portsmouth Islands, finding a secluded sandbar for a private beach day, clamming, fishing, and a 20-minute boat ride to historic, abandoned Portsmouth Island to explore the village and beach.
For self-directed boaters visiting Ocracoke Island looking to explore the Pamlico Sound, hunt sandbars, go clamming, or visit Portsmouth Island, Restless Native Boat Rentals offers a well-equipped, straightforwardly priced rental fleet.
