OC Bay Hopper - Assateague Island Cruise
Overview
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How did the ponies get there? Did they swim? How many ponies live there? Can you pet the ponies? Can you feed the ponies? The answers to these questions, facts about the island, and the other amazing wildlife living on - and around - Assateague can be answered by your knowledgeable and wise captain.
This is a trip you will not forget. Oh, we should mention that if you have kids and you bring them on this trip that they will love you forever!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Assateague Island
Assateague Island is home to breathtaking scenery, a diverse range of wildlife, and, of course, the legendary wild ponies. On this guided boat tour, you’ll cruise along the coastline, taking in stunning views and learning fascinating facts about the island’s history, ecology, and wildlife. Please pay close attention to the departure point you select. Trips departing from our 307 Dorchester St location are 1 hr in length. Trips departing from our 118th street location are 2 hrs and 45 min in length due to the time it takes to travel from 118th street to Assateague Island.
What‘s Included
Boat Ride
Options
Departing from North OC
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes: This is a 2 hr and 45 min cruise that departs from our North OC location located at 118th St, Ocean City, MD Departs from North OC : Departure from 118th St, Ocean City, MD Starting point: 11703 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA
Departing Downtown Location
Duration: 1 hour: This is a 1 hr cruise that departs from our location at 307 Dorchester St, Ocean City, MD Departing downtown location: Departure from 307 Dorchester St location Starting point: 307 Dorchester St, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA
Reviews
145 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun bday trip!
kaila c,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kathy was amazing!! My partner and I were celebrating his 20th bday and was had a great time! We got to see a pony and so many cool birds. Kathy gave us an amazing tour and shared so many cool facts.
Fantastic Time
Margie N,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brice was a great guide. I took my daughters and granddaughters for a Mother’s Day trip. We were fortunate enough to see the horses and had a dolphin jump right next to our boat. Definitely recommend taking this trip.
We arrived at the wrong dock, but the clerk ran and asked the captain to wait on us . We ran to the restroom and then got on the
Rachel M,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The captain was very informative. He knew interesting details about the homes along the shores. He explained about the bay erosion.
Great Tour
579debv,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our captain was great-we learned allot about the area-Saw the horses and also got some great recommendations for other places to visit/dine
A Must Do Assasteague Island Cruise
Glendawpb,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed this excursion. Bryce was our guide for the Assasteague Island excursion. The boat was comfortable and there was plenty of room. Bryce was friendly and very knowledgeable of the area and the Chestnut Herd (which can only be viewed from the water). We were fortunate enough to see the Chestnut Herd as well as several dolphins during this trip. The trip was enjoyable, informative and very reasonable. Would definitely recommend this cruise and I would do it again if in the area. Support small business!
The boat trip was great...
Robert L,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat trip was great Rob was an excellent captain very knowledgeable and friendly we learned a lot about the area
Boat ride in the Bay
Karen D,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a nice boat ride, the Captain has local knowledge. Luckily we saw some ponies in The distance.
Cancelled twice in one day
KellyAnn P,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The morning of the outing I was contacted that there weren’t enough people signed up to go at the time we signed up. They asked if we wanted to go at the next outing time and I agreed. As we were leaving I got contacted that the weather was such that they couldn’t go. I was told on their phone message that they were going to have fewer boats available because of them using them for a music festival. The weather had not changed from the earlier time they cancelled on me and it was clear that they cancelled due to the music festival business. I would have appreciated being told the truth the first time and we could have just gotten on with our day instead of waiting around for the next tour time. I was looking forward to the tour and am sorry I had to miss it.
Great little boat ride
Sandy Z,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on this boat ride. We saw bald eagles, great blue herons, and skimmers. Unfortunately we did not see any horses. Captain Rob was knowledgeable and entertaining. He let my 14 year old drive the boat. We had the best seafood pasta at harborside grill at his recommendation. Would definitely come again with the entire family.
Wonderful tour guide
Resort785761,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did not spot any pony's but really enjoyed the boat ride. I think our tour guides name was Kathy and she was very knowledgeable. She made the ride worth while.
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