TOUR
Known for its wild ponies, Saltwater Cowboys, “Ole Salt” oysters and clams, and the famous novel “Misty of Chincoteague,” this Virginian island is the perfect place for group tours seeking adventure in a quaint, seaside village bursting with small town charm. Take a boat tour around the entire island with Captain Dan’s Around the Island Tours, during which you will have the chance to see wild ponies, dolphins, and birds of all kinds. In this peaceful and tranquil town, your group can indeed take a step back in time. Wander with Chincoteague Step Through Time Tours and learn of the village’s history with pirates, shipwrecks, ponies, and even ghosts on a guided walk through its historic downtown.
LEARN
Whether your group’s interest lies in space exploration or marine biology, Chincoteague is the place to be. Discover Chincoteague’s bountiful sea creatures and wildlife conservation efforts at the Herbert H. Bateman Educational Center through hands-on exhibits and programs. Or, learn of the area’s 75-year spacecraft and technology history on Wallops Island at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility. Visit the Museum of Chincoteague Island to hear stories of island life throughout the years, including the famous story of Misty of Chincoteague—which the novel by Marguerite Henry is based on—and the Beebe family at the Beebe Ranch.
IMMERSE
The annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction offers an unforgettable experience for group tours. Each July, visitors can see the wild ponies of Assateague Island swim across the channel to Chincoteague Island, followed by an auction where select ponies are sold to benefit the local fire department. Next year will mark the 100th anniversary of this event and will be the perfect time for groups to immerse themselves in the century-old, unique Virginian tradition.
LEARN MORE
Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce
chincoteaguechamber.com
Main Image: Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction; Credit: Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce
