Unattended Burial at Sea & Scattering of Ashes – Carolina Beach NC
Honor your loved one with a respectful and dignified unattended burial at sea from Carolina Beach, NC aboard the Wild Rover III. For families unable to be present, Captain Dave Tilley and crew perform a professional scattering of ashes at sea with care, documenting the ceremony with GPS coordinates and photos upon request. Serving the Carolina Coast and beyond.
We offer four Unattended Burial at Sea options based on how far offshore you would like the ceremony to be performed:
Nearshore — $300
Scattering performed just beyond 3 miles out off Carolina Beach, NC. Available on demand with flexible scheduling.
Offshore — $500
Scattering conducted 20+ miles offshore in deep Atlantic waters. Offered 3–4 times per year on selected weather days.
The Tower — $600
Scattering performed 38 miles offshore at the historic Frying Pan Tower. Trips available 3–4 times per year.
Gulf Stream — $1000
Scattering conducted at the Gulf Stream Break, typically 50–70 miles offshore. Offered only in Spring and Fall on optimal weather days (Captain’s discretion).
Please contact us before scheduling this service. Unattended ceremonies are arranged manually based on weather and offshore scheduling.
Contact Us to Arrange Unattended ServicePrefer to be present with family and friends? You can book our Attended Burial at Sea service.
Real Testimonials from Burial at Sea Families
Here’s what families are saying about their experience with Captain Dave and Wild Rover III Burial at Sea services
“Captain Dave & 1st mate Grady are the very best crew I have sailed with! Their knowledge & hospitality is unmatched! My entire group is looking forward to our next trip with Wild Rover III!”
S mikulssj“The best experience ever best fishing trip ever 10 stars been on a lot of charters all over this is ny far the best I ll be eating fish for a while we cant thank u enough”
Sherri“Writing this from the boat on the way in, what a wonderful time with my son and Captain Dave and his mate Nolan, caught our limits in King Mackrel, caught a few albacore, Capt Dave had us on the fish and having one hell of a time. Will be back 100%. Would recommend anyone looking for a deep sea fishing charter to book Capt Dave and The Wild Rover III”
Stephen Smith