JS Expedition

Chincoteague & Assateague Island Boat Tours

Here at JS Expedition, we are passionate about sharing this beautiful area we call home with our customers.

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About us

On JS Expedition tours we always go to the best areas to see wildlife, including ponies, dolphin, bald eagles, and much more.

Captain Jon, (your guide) was born and raised on Chincoteague Island. He has an extensive knowledge of the saltwater life around Chincoteague Island and would love to share it with you.

Please give us a call and come on our tour. We have so much to show you and tell you about! We promise it will be a memorable experience, and maybe even the highlight of your Chincoteague Island vacation.

Our Tours

We cruise the coastline and back bays of Assateague Island. On a typical cruise we might see Ponies, Dolphins, Bald Eagles, Osprey, Egrets, Shorebirds, and other types of marine life. Every cruise is different and while we can’t guarantee what wildlife you will see, or how close, we do promise that we will take you to all of the very best wildlife viewing locations on your tour.

Our tours are limited to six passengers, with the option to rent the entire boat for your group if you prefer. Our tours last about 1.5 hours. We must charge for infants (please bring appropriate life jacket).

When booking your tour please let us know of any special interests you may have, and we will do our best to accommodate your request. This may include things like photography, rocket launch viewing, or special areas you would like to see. Weather permitting our tours circumnavigate Chincoteague Island.

We begin running tours at the beginning of April and stop at the end of November.

Ponies

We will take you to where the Ponies live, including rarely accessed portions of the Assateague shoreline that some of the other tour boats do not venture to. Captain Jon is very knowledgeable about the Ponies, their history, their habits, and their way of life. He is excited to show them to you and tell you all about them.

Dolphins

Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins sightings are common on our tours. They are in our area mainly during the summer and fall. The best area to see them is when we are cruising around the south end of Chincoteague Island near the Inlet to the Atlantic Ocean.

Eagles

Bald Eagles have made a big comeback in recent years and their numbers on Assateague Island are continually growing. We often spot them on our tours perched in tall pine trees along the Assateague shoreline.

Osprey

In the winter Osprey migrate as far south as South America. In the summer they return and many rebuild the same nests year after year. They are a common sighting on our tours.

Sunsets

Chincoteague Island has some of the most beautiful sunsets you will find anywhere, and we see many amazing ones on our evening tours.

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Your Guide

Hello, my name is Captain Jon Smith. I was born and raised on Chincoteague Island. I have been working on the water my entire life – clamming, oystering, and fishing. With many years of experience on the water I am an extremely capable boat operator. I am able to take my customers to places rarely accessed by others.

I have a deep love for Chincoteague Island and I greatly enjoy sharing my knowledge of this area with my customers. Please give me a call to book your tour. I have a lot to share with you. So sit back, relax, and let me show you the hidden beauty of Chincoteague Island.

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Our Boat

Captain Jon chose a pontoon boat for the comfort of his passengers. The boat is ideal for the waters surrounding Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. It is very stable, offers 360 degree views, and allows passengers to easily move around when not underway. The boat also includes a canopy top to block the sun on those hot summer days.

JS Expedition, Waterfowl Hunting, Chincoteague Island, VA

Duck Hunting Guide Service

Captain Jon has been an avid hunter – and all-around outdoorsman – his entire life. He has a reputation of being one of the best and most experienced hunters on Chincoteague Island.

He started duck hunting as a youngster and over the years he has established duck blinds in some of the very best hunting locations around the Island. He would love to take you to his best producing spots.

Here’s how it works

You can hunt Ducks, Canada Geese, Snow Geese, Brant, Scooters, Old Squall, and Swam (if you have a valid Swan permit).

You will meet Captain Jon at his dock at 7634 East Side Drive. Captain Jon will take you by boat to the duck blind. Hunts begin a half hour before sunrise and end at 2pm.

Captain Jon provides the boat, blinds, and decoys. He will guide you every step of the way. You bring your guns and ammunition. You are also welcome to bring your hunting dog.

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