Are there whales at Carolina Beach?


Are there whales at Carolina Beach? The whale breached in the waters off Carolina Beach Sunday. Experts said the coastal Cape Fear area to below Cape Canaveral, Florida, is a critical calving habitat for these whales. An endangered North Atlantic right whale was spotted in the waters off of Carolina Beach Sunday afternoon.


Where can I see whales in NC?

  • Capt Johnny's Outer Banks Dolphin Tours. 1,010. Boat Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching. ...
  • Paradise Dolphin Cruises. 418. ...
  • Family Water Adventures. 341. ...
  • TourH2O. 190. ...
  • Miss Hatteras. 451. ...
  • Carolinas Coastal Adventure Tours. Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours. ...
  • Nags Head Dolphin Watch. 141. ...
  • Crystal Coast Lady Cruises. 298.


Are there whales at Wrightsville Beach?

Humpback whales have been confirmed in the waters near Topsail Beach, and right whales have been seen swimming past Wrightsville Beach. Both right and humpback whales are endangered, making it illegal to be within 500 yards – or 1,500 feet – of either.


What is the difference between Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach?

Because Wrightsville Beach is smaller and closer to central Wilmington, it's packed. At Carolina Beach, you can enjoy a simpler, more secluded beach environment, especially during the off-season. It offers more kid-friendly activities.


Are there dolphins in Carolina Beach?

Shark and Dolphin watching trips departing from Carolina Beach NC are available (weather and seas permitting.) This is basically a morning trip. On calm days we cruise the nearshore Atlantic Ocean in search of various marine life to view and study….