Tours

Guided Open-Air Tram Tour

Join us for a trip around the refuge and learn about the wild lands and wildlife. We do the driving. You sit, watch, listen and relax. Your tour guide will share interesting facts about Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. You'll learn about the plants and wildlife found there. We'll stop along the way when we see sights of interest. Don't forget to bring your binoculars and camera. Dress for the weather. You're welcome to bring a seat cushion, towel or blanket to soften the ride. We also suggest snacks, water and insect repellent. Tram seating is limited to approximately 25 people.

Reservations are required; call 252-216-9464 to make a reservation. Tours are $10 for everyone 13 and above. Children 12 and under ride for free with a paying, supervising adult. Registration closes at 2:00 pm the day before the trip. Due to limited spaces this year, you must cancel before registration deadline, or you will be charged for the tour.

There will be no tram tour if there is lightning, heavy wind or rain, or impassable road conditions. Dress for the weather. Co-sponsored by the Coastal Wildlife Refuge Society. Meet at Creef Cut Trail parking lot, Hwy 64 and Milltail Road. App. 5.5 miles west of Roanoke Island.

Fall/Winter/Spring Tram Tours
First Saturday of each month, November thru May
9am-11am
Summer Tram Tours
Wednesdays June 15 thru September
9-11am

Tours

Bear Necessities

Alligator River NWR is home to one of the largest populations of black bears in eastern North Carolina and the eastern United States. Learn more about what makes the refuge such a good home for our largest mammal. After a 30-minute presentation, you are free to explore the refuge in your vehicle on the Wildlife Drive to look for bears and other wildlife. Maps will be provided by your presenter. Meet at Creef Cut Wildlife Trail parking lot (Milltail Road and Hwy 64 West, approx. 6 miles west of Manns Harbor). This program is free of charge.

Bear Necessities Schedule
Tuesdays June 14 to mid-August
5pm

Tours

Bear Necessities Too

Alligator River NWR is home to one of the largest populations of black bears in eastern North Carolina and the eastern United States. Learn more about what makes the refuge such a good home for our largest mammal. After a 30-minute presentation, you are free to explore the refuge in your vehicle on Wildlife Drive (App 7 miles west on the mainland) to look for bears and other wildlife. Maps will be provided by your presenter. Meet at National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center, 100 Conservation Way  Manteo (Roanoke Island). This program is free. Refuge map will be provided.

National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center 100 Conservation Way Manteo Roanoke Island
Tuesdays
10 am