We had a great time and this was surely one of a kind experience. We were very close to the ponies, it was peaceful and very relaxing. They brought us to a sand bar so we could get out of the boat and swim around, that was a very nice touch on a HOT summer day! :)

My husband and I rented a kayak from Assateague Explorer in the end of Sept. I had never been kayaking before, but felt prepared to go after being prepped ahead of time. While we didn't get to see any ponies or wildlife other than some turtles, we did have a fun time. We went over to a little beach area... More

We did the sunset evening tour with 3 young adult sons, my husband, and I. Our tour had one other couple and was led by a gal who was working on her doctorate, and was doing study in the area. She was originally planning on taking us a different direction, more toward the lighthouse and beyond there, but the other... More

Took a morning kayak tour with a new guide (only a few weeks on the job), but he was able to answer 99% of our questions. We didn't see any ponies, but there is no guarantee, since they are wild (or feral to be correct). Don't worry about having to paddle the entire time because you do stop off at... More

we enjoyed a family kayaking adventure. We rented 2 tandem kayaks and spent half a day on the water. We saw the ponies, bald eagles, turtles and more. we didn't go for the guided tourand liked the flexibility of going ourselves. be sure notto go too far out, we got tired at the end of the day. Don't worry about... More

We actually booked a mid-day cruise after staying at the National campground during 111 heat index. What a nice way to keep cool, especially if you have elderly and a small child as we did. We saw an eagle and other birds, dolphins, wild ponies, people crabing,and kayaking. The boat is covered and keeps you shaded during the heat of... More

Rented a single sweater for my 13-year-old and a double for me and my 12-year-old. Being inexperienced, we didn't get far or use up a half day, but it was nice being out on the water and getting some exercise, too. Saw lots of birds, but never got near any possibility of seeing ponies. Would love to go back and... More

For all those who gave 1 star because they didn't see ponies need to realize these animals are wild and not paid employees that show up. For us we were fortunate enough to see two herds of ponies, 2 bald eagles and lots of other birds. The capt and his helper were full of knowledge and helped point things out... More

Their is not guartentee you will ever see the ponies whether up close or far away. Saw dots of ponies and no dolphins or eagles. It was informational. But all around over priced and pathetic. They were very nice but my 6 year old was bored out of her mind. And they expect a tip!!!