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Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports' beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge grassy lawn, restrooms, showers, a 200 foot pier and plenty of room for you to spend the day.
Since 1979 Nor'Banks has been one of the finest sailing operations on the East Coast offering Flying Scots, Hobie Cats and quality private sailing instruction for all ages. Their custom private lessons are excellent for sailors looking to brush up on their skills, those new to the sport and for families that want to share time on the water together.
Nor'Banks has continued to expand over the years and now offers one of the most complete water sports centers on the Outer Banks. This is truly one-stop shopping for water sports! Nor'Banks boasts new equipment every year and a strong commitment to your fun and safety.
You can rent the latest WaveRunners from Yamaha or explore a giant labyrinth of marsh islands and cruise the secluded shores of Dew's Island in search of wild Spanish mustangs on an epic WaveRunner Tour.
Captain James and crew are back aboard Icarus II, Nor'Banks' big yellow parasail boat, and Captains Ken and Sean are guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of participants and spectators alike on their private wake boarding, waterskiing and tubing charters.
Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) has become one of the most popular and fastest growing water sports in the country and Nor'Banks is a great place to paddle. With shallow, warm water and a sandy bottom, their location is an ideal spot to learn. Nor'Banks offers SUP rentals and clinics, as well as double and single kayaks rentals as well as the new Hobie Mirage Eclipse SUP and Mirage Drive kayaks. New in 2017, Nor'Banks began offering high-end fiberglass and epoxy surfboard rentals.
For larger groups looking to get out on the water together, Nor'Banks offers pontoon rentals for up to sixteen people, or you can combine a pontoon rental with a tubing charter for their Deluxe Watersports Adventure for up to 20 passengers.
FEATURED PROFILE
A Watersports Business Like No Other
Nor'Banks Sailing opened in 1979 with just a few sailing skiffs. They added Hobie Cats and kayaks in the 1980's, and the 1990's brought Jet Skis and parasailing. Since then, Nor'Banks has continued to add new activities and equipment every season, including tubing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, pontoon boats, catamaran cruises, Jet Ski tours and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals and clinics.
In 2018, a site-wide renovation brought Nor'Banks to new heights. Complete with a 2,000-square foot reservation center, surf shop and a great restaurant onsite, Nor'Banks has truly become a one-stop destination for the best activities, shopping and dining on The Outer Banks. While much has changed through the years, Nor'Banks has maintained its character as well as its dedication to offering great service and quality equipment in a fun and safe environment.
Teaching sailing on the Outer Banks since 1979, their experienced and professional staff of sailing instructors, an excellent fleet of sailboats, warm shallow waters and steady breezes combine to make Nor'Banks a perfect place to sail.
In 2019, Nor'Banks teamed up with East Coast Sailboats to offer luxury catamaran cruises for up to 18 passengers aboard Surfer Girl, a custom Maine Cat 38. Since opening their doors over 40 years ago, Nor'Banks has become the largest watersports center on the northern Outer Banks.
While Nor'Banks has grown, they still operate like a small business with owner, Dan McIsaac, on-site nearly every day (maybe even captaining your boat or teaching your sailing lesson!) and a fun-loving crew that returns year after year.
Whether you're looking for the best pontoon boat rentals on the Currituck Sound, an epic Jet Ski tour or an incredible parasailing experience, be sure to check out Nor'Banks Sailing and Watersports for all your favorite rentals and activities!
By Arielle Patterson
Use the Nor'Banks online reservations systems to book any activity. Book a sailing lesson, SUP, WaveRunner, parasailing and more quickly and easily online at www.norbanks.com.
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October 9, 2025
This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set against the stunning backdrop of the Currituck Sound. It’s a fusion of past, present, and future, where the timeless traditions of jazz intersect with the vibrancy of new, innovative sounds. Just as the sound of jazz flows and adapts, so too does the landscape of Duck where the rhythm of the music harmonizes with the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding environment.
It's easy to see why vacationers fall in love with Carova. Located almost literally off the Outer Banks map, while other towns along the barrier islands of North Carolina grew and developed over the decades and became popular East Coast tourism destinations, Carova never really changed.
SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Farrow Shores - Be prepared for an memorable vacation experience. CASA AZUL raises the standard in oceanside island homes. Semi-oceanfront with ocean vistas and direct beach access, this piece of heaven in Salvo has a private pool with complimentary solar heat, 6-person hot tub, 2 charcoal grilles, and a covered tiki bar with mini refrigerator, outside sink, electric outlets, a Intelligent TV and Bluetooth® system, and a humongous bar area and rope lights to keep the event going into the evening. The first level features a game room with pool table and two master bedrooms. The second floor also has two master bedrooms and two additional bedrooms, all with gorgeous vistas over open decks. Windows galore bring light into the top level great room with vaulted ceiling, and a breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the roomy dining area. Dine on the screened porch or watch the sunrise from the oceanside decks. You may want to book the top floor's fifth master suite for yourself with its vaulted ceiling and sliding doors onto the deck. If you demand excellence, CASA AZUL is what it's all about. New for 2026: CASA AZUL will no longer offer VayK Gear credit. New for 2025: New 6-person hot tub. New pool lining, ladder and handrail. New tiki bar chairs. Updated pool area décor. Three bathrooms remodeled. New for 2024: Traveling in an electric car? CASA AZUL has a complimentary EV charging station for guest use. Recently refreshed master bathroom with an upsized bespoke shower that has been gorgeously tiled. New landscaping for the pool area. New great room furnishings. New for 2023: CASA AZUL is now dog friendly! Don't want to carry everything up the stairs from the car? Use the cargo lift, making unpacking a breeze (nearly as alluring as the breeze coming off the Atlantic). Sleep soundly in a new king bed, previously a queen size and take advantage of new kitchen appliances including ice maker and wine cooler and newly installed counter tops! Evening relaxation just got an upgrade. Six new Intelligent TVs have been added to the bedrooms, stream your favorite wind down show and look forward to another day in the sun.The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.
- Salvo
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
