Chincoteague's Up The Bay Pony and Wildlife Tour by Boat
Overview
*Brand new luxury boats for 2026!
*If you want a full tour of Chincoteague and Assateague Island's please consider us for your tour guides. We promise that the passion for the island will stand out above the rest!
*We will get you closest to the ponies than any other tour company!
*Captain Mike knows the ponies by their names, ages, and by their personalities and consistently tracks the territories that they frequent most. He can recognize the stallions from the colors and markings on them and has extensive knowledge about the wild ponies. During the off-season, Captain Mike continues to explore and track the wild ponies as he is a Professional photographer that consistently hikes Assateague Island. You can view all his photos on his website at Up The Bay Photography.
*The tours are a Full 2 hours around Chincoteague and Assateague! We tour over 25 miles of coastline.
*The tours allow you to have the best, up close and personal experience to see ponies and other wildlife!
What's Included
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
2246 Curtis Merritt Harbor Drive
Chincoteague, VA 23336, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Chincoteague Island (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Chincoteague’s Up The Bay Pony and Wildlife Tour by Boat?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-303370P1
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 817 traveler reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Private transportation.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chincoteague's Up The Bay Pony and Wildlife Tour by Boat is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chincoteague’s Up The Bay Pony and Wildlife Tour by Boat will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
