For all ages! • 3 Hour Day Sailing • Up to 6 Passengers!
Experience a private three-hour sailing charter aboard the SV Wind Song on North Carolina’s Neuse River. Enjoy hands-on sailing, local history, and peaceful water views ideal for families, couples, or friends seeking a memorable day afloat.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals of all fitness levels; no prior sailing experience required.
Wildlife
History
New Bern's waterways played a key role in colonial trade and are linked to the legend of pirate Blackbeard, adding rich cultural context to the river sail.
Conservation
The SV Wind Song promotes eco-friendly sailing practices and encourages guests to respect local wildlife and waterways to preserve the natural environment.
Wind Song Sailing Adventures
For all ages! • 3 Hour Day Sailing • Up to 6 Passengers!
Wind Song Sailing Adventures is a New Bern, North Carolina sailing operator that conducts public sailing experiences on the Neuse River aboard the SV Wind Song. Offerings include Small Group Trips—daytime or sunset sails— a three-hour Private Sunset Sail, Full Day Sailing aboard a one-of-a-kind Bugeye Ketch, and Day Sailing for up to six guests. Each trip focuses on delivering scenic river and coastal views, hands-on sailing options, and a leisurely pace suited to families, couples, and small groups.
The fleet is centered on the SV Wind Song, described as a Bugeye Ketch for the Full Day Sailing experience, and used for other day and private excursions. The Private Sunset Sail is a dedicated three-hour charter that highlights New Bern’s riverside sunsets. Small Group Trips provide an opportunity to share the deck with a limited number of guests during daytime or evening sails. Day Sailing accommodates parties up to six passengers aboard the SV Wind Song.
Wind Song Sailing Adventures is featured on The Adventure Collective, where trip summaries and booking details are listed. That feature provides an additional channel for travelers to find trip descriptions and availability. Information about trip lengths, routes, and on-board experience is presented clearly in the business’s listings. Travelers seeking scenic sailing on the Neuse River can rely on Wind Song Sailing Adventures for scheduled small group sails, private sunset charters, full-day outings on a historic-style Bugeye Ketch, and intimate day sails for up to six guests. Trip information is updated seasonally for accuracy now.
Location
New Bern, NC
Sailing on the Neuse River
Trips Offered
4 trip types
Small group, private, day, full-day
Sunset Sail
3 hours
Private sunset charter length
Vessel
SV Wind Song (Bugeye Ketch)
Used for day and full-day trips
Select a small group trip, private 3‑hour sunset charter, full day on the Bugeye Ketch, or a day sail for up to six guests — check availability on The Adventure Collective.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive at North West Creek Marina at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure a smooth boarding process.
Bring Sun Protection
Wear sunscreen and sunglasses, as much of the sail takes place in open sunlight along the river.
Dress Comfortably
Choose flexible boating attire that allows easy movement on deck and can handle occasional sea breeze or spray.
Children Under 13 Must Wear Life Jackets
Federal and state laws require life jackets for children under 13; these are provided onboard for your safety.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during extended time under the sun on deck.
summer
Sunglasses
Reduce glare off the water and improve visibility.
summer
Comfortable Boating Clothes
Wear lightweight, breathable layers that can handle breeze and light splashes.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the three-hour sailing adventure.