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Captain Kyanite Adventures
Guided Adventures

Discover Hidden Treasures
with Captain Kyanite

Hunt for Kyanite crystals in the Blue Ridge Mountains or prehistoric shark teeth on the Carolina coast.

Captain Kyanite in the mine with crystal
Crystal MiningYancey County, NC

Dig for beautiful blue Kyanite crystals in the mountains. Keep everything you find.

Captain Kyanite on boat with shark tooth
Boat CharterCarolina Coast

Hunt for Megalodon teeth and ancient fossils along the coast.

Family Friendly
By Appointment
Keep What You Find
Boat Charters

Hunt for
ancient giants.

Set sail on the Carolina coast in search of Megalodon teeth—prehistoric fossils from sharks that ruled the oceans 20 million years ago.

Captain Kyanite on boat with shark tooth

Coastal Waters

Cruise to prime fossil hunting grounds rich with prehistoric treasures.

Expert Guidance

Learn identification tips and the geology behind ancient finds.

Keep Your Finds

Every Megalodon tooth you discover is yours to take home.

The Experience

Not just mining.
An adventure.

Captain Kyanite offers more than a dig site—it's a hands-on expedition into the heart of the Blue Ridge.

Large Kyanite Chunk
North Carolina landscape
Friends digging for Kyanite
Small Kyanite in hand
Up close image of Kyanite
Yancey County, NC

Prime Location in the
Blue Ridge Mountains

1 hr from Asheville
45 min from Johnson City

Flexible Sessions

Morning or afternoon slots. Half-day or full-day adventures to fit your schedule.

All Ages Welcome

From curious kids to seasoned collectors. No experience needed.

Keep Everything

Every crystal you unearth is yours to take home.

Pricing

Two ways to dig.

No hidden fees. Buckets included. Keep every crystal you find.

Half Day

Morning or afternoon
$50/person
4 hours
1 gallon bucket
Best Value

Full Day

The complete experience
$100/person
8 hours
2 gallon bucket
Kids under 12 are half price
Keep everything you find
Before You Go

Come prepared.

A successful dig starts with the right gear and a little know-how.

Tools to Bring
  • Rock hammer
  • Chisel set
  • Safety glasses
  • Work gloves
Personal Items
  • Water & snacks
  • Sunscreen & hat
  • Closed-toe boots
  • Change of clothes
Best Time

Spring & Fall are ideal. Summer? Go early morning to beat the heat.

Good to Know
  • •No experience needed
  • •Rain? We reschedule
  • •~1 hr from Asheville

We provide buckets and guidance—you bring the tools and enthusiasm. Exact location sent after booking.

Reviews

Real experiences.

4.9 from 50+ visitors
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    Marcus T.

    2 weeks ago

    Took my 8 year old son here and we had a BLAST. He found a huge piece of kyanite within the first hour. Captain was super patient with him and showed him exactly where to dig. Will definitely be back!

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    Jennifer W.

    1 month ago

    Best rockhounding experience I've had in NC. The site is well maintained and there's actually quality material here - not like some tourist traps I've been to. Found some beautiful blue blades.

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    Mike R.

    1 week ago

    Unbelievable charter trip! Found a 4-inch Megalodon tooth sifting through the riverbank. Captain knows exactly where to go - best spots along the bay. Already booked another trip.

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    David & Lisa

    3 weeks ago

    Great day trip from Asheville! We're not experienced rock hunters but Captain made it easy. Both walked away with buckets full of crystals. The drive up is beautiful too.

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    Sarah P.

    3 weeks ago

    Took the family out for the shark tooth charter - kids loved sifting through the soil! We found dozens of teeth including a gorgeous 3-inch Meg. Captain knows all the best spots along the river.

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    RockHound_NC

    1 month ago

    Solid spot for kyanite. Material quality varies but if you put in the work you'll find good pieces. Bring good chisels - the matrix is tough. Captain knows his geology.

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    Dan & Chris

    2 weeks ago

    Best fossil hunting experience on the Carolina coast. Captain takes you to prime spots along the river bay where you sift through the soil. Came home with a bucket full of shark teeth!

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    Amanda K.

    2 months ago

    Such a unique experience!! My husband surprised me with this for my birthday and I loved every minute. Found my first kyanite crystal ever. Already planning our next trip.

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    Steve B.

    3 weeks ago

    Third time visiting and it keeps getting better. Captain remembers us from our first trip which was a nice touch. Kids are hooked on rockhounding now lol

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    FossilFinder_SC

    1 month ago

    Finally found a legit charter for Megalodon teeth! Captain takes you to secret spots along the river bay to sift through the soil. Found my first complete Meg tooth after years of searching.

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    Crystal_Collector

    1 week ago

    Finally a legit mine that lets you keep what you find! No BS salted material either - these are real in-situ specimens. The half day was plenty of time.

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    Tommy G.

    2 weeks ago

    Brought my geology club here - 12 people total. Captain handled it like a pro. Everyone found specimens and learned something new. Highly recommend for groups!

Captain Kyanite pointing at you
Book Your Trip

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adventure?

Text Captain Kyanite to book your mining expedition or charter adventure.

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  • Which adventure (Mining or Charter)
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