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The Henrietta III Riverboat Cruise

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Cape Fear Riverboats offers a unique venue for weddings, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays and family reunions. Great for school, church, and club outings, as well as corporate functions. Have an evening of fun or romance on one of our dinner cruises, or take in the sights along the beautiful Cape Fear River in Wilmington, NC on one of our narrated sightseeing cruises… many options for a memorable event, suitable for any occasion.

“Welcome Aboard” is the motto of HENRIETTA III’s Captain Carl Marshburn and crew as they strive to offer the finest in Southern hospitality. A favorite for locals and visitors, HENRIETTA III is “the place” for special occasions in Wilmington, NC

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Cape Fear Riverboats

We welcome you aboard the Henrietta for a scenic cruise from Wilmington's oldest continuously running cruise company. Cruise in climate controlled comfort most months with Nature Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Sunset Cruises, and Black River Nature cruises. The Henrietta is available year round for private charters and features a full bar, an climate conditioned lower deck, and an open air upper observation deck. Enjoy a relaxing hour on the Cape Fear River, one of North Carolina’s true treasures, on a narrated scenic River Cruise or spend four hours heading up river to see parts of North Carolina that are practically impossible to explore any other way on the Black River Nature Cruise narrated by a seasoned naturalist, or choose a stunning sunset cruise along the Cape Fear River, the perfect way to begin your Wilmington evening.

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Cape Fear River Cruises Take a 1-Hour Narrated Sightseeing Cruise! Our Captain will teach you all about the Cape Fear River and downtown Wilmington while you sit back and just enjoy the ride and the view. 

Black River Nature Cruises Take a 4-Hour Relaxing Getaway up to the Black River! Narrated by Coastal Ecologist and author, Andy Woods. You’re sure to see tons of wildlife and ancient trees. This is a photographer’s dream!

For more information on the above cruises click here:  Cape Fear River Boat Cruises .  Private Charters Celebrate your Special Event aboard the Captain Mafffitt, John Knox, or Jacob’s Run! We can accommodate up to 49 guests. Great for business parties, celebrations, and family gatherings. For more information on this cruise clck here:  Cape Fear Riverboat Private charters  

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  1. Scenic Cruises on the Cape Fear River

    Grab a seat and celebrate the 4th of July aboard the Henrietta! Our cruise will board at 6:30 pm and depart at 7 p.m. Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and purchase cold drinks from our bar as we cruise along the scenic Cape Fear River. Relax and enjoy the cruise from our open-air upper deck or our air-conditioned dining room.

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    Cruise the Cape Fear River in style on this elegant riverboat that offers narrated sightseeing tours, lunch and dinner cruises and romantic moonlight trips. ... For a great tour of the Cape Fear River try the Wilmington Water Tours. Read more. Written March 3, 2018 ... The price for a dinner cruise depends on which menu and night you are ...

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    Cape Fear River Boats offers a wide variety of scenic water tours from historic downtown Wilmington. We offer daily 1-hour scenic tours through which our experienced captains discuss the history, legends, and culture of Wilmington while cruising along the Cape Fear River. Sites include the Battleship USS North Carolina, the murals and buildings ...

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    Cape Fear River Cruises. Board a vessel at the foot of Water Street in downtown Wilmington and see our award-winning Riverwalk from a unique vantage point. Cape Fear River Boats provides several sightseeing and sunset cruise options along the riverfront, as well as the Black River Nature Cruise up the cypress-lined Northeast Cape Fear River. In addition to private charters, Wilmington Water ...

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    Enjoy 1-hour sightseeing cruises on the Cape Fear River or 4-hour nature cruises on the Black River. Book online! We offer private charters. Call for rates.

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    Specialties: We offer daily sightseeing tours, twice-monthly nature tours to the Black River, cocktail cruises, and private charters. Our newest boat, the Henrietta, can hold up to 85 people and boasts A/C, a full-service bar, and both indoor and outdoor decks for viewing the Cape Fear and downtown Wilmington. Whether you're looking for a cocktail cruise, booking a private party/event, or want ...

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    PRIVATE, PET-FRIENDLY RIVERBOAT TOURS. Come cruise along the Cape Fear River in Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. Enjoy a private, intimate adventure you'll never forget. Bring your furry friends with you and enjoy the scenic coastal Carolina boat tour. Learn More.

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    on the Cape Fear River. The Wilmington is a 46′ motorized catamaran to serve Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. She is fully enclosed ( if needed ) for your comfort, has a spacious restroom & a full bar. Enjoy entertaining & educational narration, scenic views, and great drinks! The cruises listed below are available now.

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    About. Cape Fear River Boats offers a wide variety of scenic water tours from historic downtown Wilmington. We offer daily 1-hour scenic tours through which our experienced captains discuss the history, legends, and culture of Wilmington while cruising along the Cape Fear River. Sites include the Battleship USS North Carolina, the murals and ...

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    Sitemap. : 1-877-406-2356. We welcome you aboard the Henrietta and the Capt. J.N. Maffitt for a scenic cruise aboard Wilmington's oldest continuously running cruise company, Cape Fear Riverboats. Cruise in climate controlled comfort almost every month with Nature Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Sunset Cruises, and Black River Nature cruises.

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    Feb 1, 2024 - Cape Fear River Boats offers a wide variety of scenic water tours from historic downtown Wilmington. We offer daily 1-hour scenic tours through which our experienced captains discuss the history, l...

  15. The Henrietta III Riverboat Cruise

    Cape Fear Riverboats offers a unique venue for weddings, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays and family reunions. Great for school, church, and club outings, as well as corporate functions. Have an evening of fun or romance on one of our dinner cruises, or take in the sights along the beautiful Cape Fear River in Wilmington, NC on one ...

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    Cape Fear Riverboats. We welcome you aboard the Henrietta for a scenic cruise from Wilmington's oldest continuously running cruise company. Cruise in climate controlled comfort most months with Nature Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Sunset Cruises, and Black River Nature cruises. The Henrietta is available year round for private charters and features ...

  17. Cape Fear Riverboats

    Our newest boat, the Henrietta, can hold up to 100 people for tours and is available for private charter. The Henrietta boasts A/C, a full-service bar, and multiple decks (indoor and outdoor) for viewing the Cape Fear and downtown Wilmington. We also offer twice monthly 4-hour nature tours to the pristine natural environment of the Black River.

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    You absolutely cannot beat the price. This is a great outing for families or even first dates. ... Thoroughly enjoyed a comfortable trip on the Cape Fear riverboat. Interesting commentary by the captain about the geography and history of the area. ... In 4 short hours we were introduced to the history, wildlife, environmental concerns and ...

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    Cape Fear River Cruises Take a 1-Hour Narrated Sightseeing Cruise! Our Captain will teach you all about the Cape Fear River and downtown Wilmington while you sit back and just enjoy the ride and the view. Black River Nature Cruises Take a 4-Hour Relaxing Getaway up to the Black River! Narrated by Coastal Ecologist and author, Andy Woods.

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    Cape Fear Riverboats, Wilmington, North Carolina. 7,649 likes · 32 talking about this · 7,998 were here. Offering narrated sightseeing tours & sunset cruises, nature Cruises, & Private Charters & Events

  22. Sunset Cruise in Wilmington, NC

    Black River Cruise. Join us for a four-hour excursion on the Black River complete with breathtaking scenery. This cruise is lightly narrated so you have the opportunity to learn the history of the Cape Fear area while enjoying the beauty of our sunsets. Book now!

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