Burial at Sea Cost & Pricing
Families deserve a clear answer on cost. AshToSea provides professionally managed burial at sea services with clear pricing, respectful handling, and documented service completion.
Burial at sea cost in North Carolina depends on whether the service is performed on behalf of the family or attended in person aboard the vessel.
Our primary unattended services allow families to arrange a dignified offshore memorial without needing to be present. These services are also available to families nationwide through secure shipment of cremated remains.
Unattended Burial at Sea Service Pricing
Professionally Managed Services Performed on Your Behalf
Unattended burial at sea services are performed privately and respectfully by our professional captain and crew. Each service includes EPA-compliant offshore scattering, location confirmation, and documentation support.
| Service | Public Price | |
|---|---|---|
|
Nearshore Service 3 nautical miles offshore |
$695 | Book Nearshore Service |
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Offshore Service 20+ nautical miles offshore |
$995 | Book Offshore Service |
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Gulf Stream Service Deep offshore memorial service |
$1,795 | Book Gulf Stream Service |
AshToSea assists families nationwide through secure shipment of cremated remains for unattended services. If you are unsure which option is appropriate, we will guide you with clarity and care.
What’s Included
- Professional captain and crew aboard the Wild Rover III
- Respectful, dignified burial at sea service
- EPA-compliant offshore scattering service
- EPA compliance and required documentation support
- Confirmation of the burial location with coordinates
- Service documentation for the family
Support for Funeral Homes
AshToSea also works with funeral homes that need a reliable burial at sea provider for families requesting unattended or attended services. We provide professional handling, offshore service completion, and documentation support so the funeral home can confidently serve the family.
Funeral homes may contact us directly for professional service coordination and partner pricing.
Unattended Services for Families Nationwide
If you are not located in North Carolina, an unattended burial at sea can still be arranged. Families nationwide may securely ship cremated remains to AshToSea for unattended services, where each service is performed respectfully by our professional captain and crew.
What Can Affect Planning?
- Weather and sea conditions
- Distance offshore
- Service location and scheduling window
- Special family requests
If you have questions about Nearshore, Offshore, or Gulf Stream service options, we are happy to explain what families typically choose and why.
Attended Burial at Sea Services
For families who wish to be present aboard the vessel, attended burial at sea services are also available from Carolina Beach, North Carolina. These services are scheduled based on vessel availability, weather conditions, and offshore distance.
| Attended Service | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Beyond 3 nautical miles offshore | $600 |
| 20 nautical miles offshore | $2,000 |
| Gulf Stream, about 60 nautical miles | $3,000 |
Attended service pricing may vary slightly by location, vessel, weather conditions, and scheduling needs.
“Thank you so much. I wasn’t sure if the weather/surf was cooperative this year. I’ve told many people about your service. It is appreciated.”
— Anne P.
Ready to Schedule or Ask a Question?
If you’re ready to move forward or simply want to confirm details, contact us and we’ll guide you through options, timing, and next steps with care.
Related: Attended Burial at Sea • Unattended Burial at Sea • Burial at Sea Regulations