Outer Banks Golf Trip Cost
What does a Outer Banks, North Carolina golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 4 courses, 2 lodging options, and 5 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$388
Golf (2 rounds): $80Lodging (3 nights): $188Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$943
Golf (2 rounds): $172Lodging (3 nights): $591Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1715
Golf (2 rounds): $320Lodging (3 nights): $1125Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
4 courses ranging from $40 to $160 per round with cart.
Solid (2 courses)
Nags Head Golf Links$50–$100
The Pointe Golf Club$40–$80
Premium (2 courses)
The Currituck Club$80–$160
Kilmarlic Golf Club$60–$120
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 14–24 | $600–$3000 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
| house | 12–20 | $500–$2200 | $125/pp | $63/pp | $42/pp |
Activity Costs
OBX Surf Lessons2-3 hours
$50–$80/ppWild Horse Tour in Corolla2 hours
$50–$75/ppKitty Hawk Kayak Tour2-3 hours
$40–$65/ppWright Brothers Memorial1-2 hours
$5–$10/ppOBX Deep Sea Fishinghalf day
$100–$200/ppJockey's Ridge Hang Gliding2-3 hours
$100–$150/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Outer Banks
- Walk instead of riding — 2 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Spring/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 2 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.