From sun-drenched beaches and world-class dining to rejuvenating spa treatments and private excursions, every moment at The Sanderling Resort is designed for relaxation and adventure. Savor breathtaking ocean views from your suite, set sail on a sunset cruise, or explore the region’s rich history and natural beauty. Whether you’re indulging in fresh, locally inspired cuisine or unwinding by the infinity pool, your perfect group getaway awaits. Kitty Hawk Kites is the official adventure provider for The Sanderling Resort. From surfboard and jet ski rentals to parasailing and hang gliding, they offer something for every level of adventure seeking.

 

Sanderling Resort Parasailing

 

Explore the unique opportunities for team-building and adventure on North Carolina's Outer Banks by sea, sand and sky.

 

Sea Adventures

  • Dolphin Tours: Spend time with some of the Outer Banks' dolphin research biologists as your group searches for wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins during an educational and exciting 2-hour boat tour.

  • Fishing Charters: Cast your line from shore for Mackerel or Blue Fish, or move off-shore for tuna and Marlin, and reel-in an extraordinarily good time. Excursions can be booked for as many as 6 people per boat.

  • Kayak Tours: Paddle your way along a guided tour of the coastal marshes of the Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary. Great for groups of 10-12 people, tours last approximately two hours. 

  • Surf Lessons: The Sanderling Resort's beautiful sandbar is the ideal setting for learning to surf. Lessons last about two hours.

 

Sanderling Resort Sea Adventure

 

Sand Adventures

  • Wild Horses Tour: Take a private 20-mile off-road tour of the Wild Horse Conservation Easement with Corolla Outback and experience the rugged nature of the Outer Banks accessible only to Corolla’s guides.

  • Nags Head Hammocks: Visit Nags Head Hammocks in Downtown Duck for a chance to view a live hammock weaving. The locale is available for group demonstrations, showcasing a tradition that runs deep within the Outer Banks region. 

  • Yoga: Start your morning with a mindful flow taking place on the serene Observation Deck. The guided yoga sessions invite you to stretch, breathe and embrace balance in a peaceful coastal setting that will center your mind, body and soul.

  • Bike Rentals: Peddle your way around The Sanderling Resort and enjoy the property's lush scenery. Bike rentals are available seasonally from the Kitty Hawk Kiosk.

 

Sanderling Resort Sand Adventures

 

Sky Adventures

  • Dune Hang Gliding: Head to Kitty Hawk Kite's training facility in Jockey's Ridge State Park and soar to new heights with a three-hour hang gliding lesson for beginners.

  • Tandem Hang Gliding: Take an exhilarating flight from up to a mile high over the breathtaking Outer Banks landscape. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, nature lover, or crossing off your bucket list, this is one of the most awe-inspiring things to do in the Outer Banks.

  • Airplane Tours: Kitty Hawk is known for being First in Flight, and there’s no better way to experience the Outer Banks than from the sky. Fly above Jockey’s Ridge in a World War II WACO Bi Plane or take a light house tour in a three-passenger Cessna.

  • Parasailing: Soar above the Outer Banks on a thrilling parasail flight to enjoy a bird's eye view of one of North Carolina's most stunning regions.

 

Sanderling Resort Sky Adventure