Founding Season · Introductory Pricing · Opens August 2026

Simple, Honest Pricing

Four packages. No hidden fees. All private, all captained. These are our 2026 opening season rates.

All prices are per couple (2 guests) — not per person.

3.5 hours-ish

Half-Day

$650

Per Couple · 2 Guests

Founding Season Rate

A taste of the ICW life — perfect for first-timers and curious explorers.

  • Morning or afternoon departure
  • Scenic ICW waterway cruise
  • One waterfront town stop
  • Captain-guided narration
  • Private — max 2 guests
Most Popular

7 hours-ish

Full Day

$1,150

Per Couple · 2 Guests

Founding Season Rate

The complete Crystal Coast experience — up to three towns, open water, and a long lunch at the dock.

  • Two to three destination town stops
  • Waterfront dining opportunity (lunch on your own)
  • Garmin Navigation and channel markers explained
  • Hands-on helm time
  • Private — max 2 guests

24 Hours

One-Night Immersion

$1,850

Per Couple · 2 Guests

Founding Season Rate

Day cruise followed by an overnight marina stay — live the Loop life for real.

  • Full day ICW cruise
  • Overnight marina stay aboard
  • Dinner ashore at a local waterfront restaurant (on your own)
  • Morning departure at your own pace
  • Private — max 2 guests
Flagship

3 Days / 2 Nights

Looper Life

$3,450

Per Couple · 2 Guests

Founding Season Rate

The flagship experience — full ICW corridor and two overnight marina stays.

  • Swansboro to Oriental corridor
  • Two overnight marina stays
  • Morehead City, Beaufort & Oriental
  • Private — max 2 guests

Every Package

Always Included

USCG licensed captain aboard at all times

Private charter — your group only, max 2 guests

Fuel, marina fees & dockage

Snacks, beverages & water aboard

Complimentary dolphin spotting (they show up uninvited)

Wild horse views courtesy of Carrot Island — no extra charge

Payment Policy

Reservation & Balance

A 25% deposit is required at the time of reservation to hold your date. The remaining balance is due within 48 hours of your excursion, when we'll reach out for a final confirmation.

Cancellation Policy

Fair for Everyone

Weather & captain discretion — If we determine conditions are unsafe, your excursion will be rescheduled or fully refunded. Your safety is non-negotiable.

Cancelled by us — If we ever need to cancel for any reason on our end, you'll receive a full refund. No questions asked.

Guest cancellation (7+ days out) — Full refund of your deposit.

Guest cancellation (within 7 days) — Deposit is non-refundable, but we'll do our best to reschedule you if time allows.

Questions? — We're a small operation and we treat every guest like a person, not a transaction. If something comes up, just reach out and we'll work it out.

Ready to Come Aboard?

Founding season excursions begin in August 2026. Reach out now to get on the list and lock in your founding season rate before 2027 pricing begins.

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TryMyTrawler

A captained trawler excursion experience along North Carolina's Crystal Coast ICW. Half-day, full-day, and overnight immersions for those who want to try the Loop before they commit.

Try the Loop. Love the Life.

Our Promise to You

Your experience aboard TryMyTrawler is our only priority. From the moment you reach out to the moment you step off the dock, your comfort, safety, and satisfaction guide every decision we make. All excursions are subject to weather conditions and captain's discretion — if we don't go, you don't pay.

Don't see an answer to your question on the site? We'd love to hear from you. Call us anytime — we're real people who are passionate about this lifestyle and happy to talk trawlers, the ICW, or the Great Loop for as long as you'd like.

Contact

Crystal Coast, NC
Swansboro · Morehead City
Beaufort · Oriental
USCG Licensed Captains

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