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Wildlife activities in North Carolina

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Top-rated wildlife activities

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews

Cow cuddle time, on a 120 acre farm, therapeutic

Experience a slice of an organic 120 acre farm, where you will see cows grazing in a natural farming system. Our cows are protected. Pet, brush, feed and hug our cows safely, in a natural setting.

5 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Take time out with backyard pet chickens

Meet my feathered friends, care for them and take home some fresh eggs.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 2035 reviews

Private, guided horseback rides

Enjoy a private horseback ride through our 52-acre estate, tailored to your level. Please note that we do have a 260 LB weight limit.

5 out of 5 average rating, 277 reviews

Private Horseback Experience in the Tn Mountains

Especially for couples… One on one instruction with a full hands on horse experience. Prep your horse and ride the pastures and mountains. End with fresh baked cookies! Elitefrontieradventures.com

5 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviews

Rachel Carson Reserve's Insider Guide

Your private 3-hour tour explores remote areas of the Reserve, its ecosystem and wildlife

5 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews

Private dolphin, wildlife, and harbors cruise

Join a three hour boat tour experience that includes option time to do a pick up of dockside meal, ice cream, or free time to walk about Manteo.

5 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Meet friendly farm animals

Engage with rabbits, pigs, horses, donkeys, goats, chickens, ducks and more. Learn about their care and feeding routines. Lots of opportunities to take pictures and make memories.

5 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Sunset cruises by a true local and first on Airbnb

Enjoy a private dolphin tour or sunset cruise with USCG Captain Earl Roberts. I have lived on the Outer Banks for 40 plus years. I have been boating from the Outer Banks all the way to the Caribbean.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 406 reviews

Guided Kayak Trip to a Private Island

Explore the natural beauty of the Waccamaw River and a 48-acre private island.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 669 reviews

Hike & Highland Cow

Meet at the farmhouse (arrive no more than 15 min early). By appointment only. Ages 6+. Not suitable for mobility issues. Enjoy a ½-mile hike, meet, feed & pet Highland cows, and shop merchandise.

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Mindfulness with Horses

Discover a different way to be with horses. Learn their language and explore connection, communication, and co-creation through mindful touch, groundwork, liberty work, or riding.

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Highland cattle farm experience

On your visit you will be able to feed, brush, take pictures and we will teach you about this breed and how we care for them. If you LOVE HIGHLAND COWS...this is for you!

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Apiary Immersion: safely sit and observe

Learn how bees regulate hive airflow in this beekeeper-led session. Behind a triple-screen barrier (bees cannot get to you inside), sense the aroma, hum & pulse of thousands of honeybees!

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Meet the Bees with a Certified Beekeeper

Suit up and explore a working honey bee hive with a certified beekeeper. Hold frames of live bees, learn how colonies thrive, and enjoy a tasting of local honey in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Feed and Cuddle Highland Cows and Valais Sheep

Start your tour with a wagon ride to the pastures, feed and cuddle rare and characterful Valais Blacknose sheep, baby goats and Highland cows, end the tour with cookies and drinks with mountain views.

5 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Golden Hour Farm Experience

Start your tour with a wagon ride to the pastures where you can feed and cuddle Valais Blacknose sheep, Highland cattle, and baby goats. Gather for cookies and drinks and watch the sunset.

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Mini Self-Guided Fluffy Cow Experience

Visit our family farm Corral Garage, pet, visit, optionally feed mini donkeys & Highland cows, then stroll fence lines to a quiet catfish pond. Optionally, you can add on in-season flower picking.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Interact with Wagyu cows on a farm

Ride across 200 acres in a gator and meet the farm's Wagyu cows. Learn their story and farming practices from seasoned cattle caretakers.

4.5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Outer banks fishing charters: Fun, views & catches

Reel in your next adventure on the open water! Join me for an unforgettable fishing charter—where the bites are hot, the views are endless, and the memories last a lifetime.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Family Farm Animal Interaction Fun Experience

Visit our friendly farm animals! Feed, pet & take pictures! Hug a donkey or 2, learn to lasso, feed the koi & make sweet farm memories. Meet alpacas, mini horses, goats & more! Kids under 2 yrs free