Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Start off this Cape May whale watching cruise along the shoreline searching for Coastal Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins before heading offshore in search of migratory Baleen Whales. Join the research team as your onboard marine biologist and naturalist leads the cruise with a science-based educational experience that separates us from others. Research interns from around the world lead a hands-on touch-tank featuring live local sea creatures.This cruise typically heads 3-15 miles offshore.
Possible sightings include:
Coastal and Transient Bottlenose Dolphins
Humpback, Fin, Minke or critically endangered Right Whale
Bird Life: Wilsons Storm Petrels, Jaegers, Shearwaters, American Bald Eagles, Osprey, American Oystercatchers, Brown Pelicans, Cormorants and other seasonal species
Sharks: Hammerhead, Dusky, Spinner, or Great White
Sea Turtles: Loggerhead, Leatherback, or Green * Oceanic Sunfish or Mola mola
Stingrays: Cow-nosed, Manta ray
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Marine Biologist guided tour
Hands-on scientific educational interaction
Interactive touch tank experience with live local sea creatures
Guaranteed marine mammal sightings
Parking Fees
Gratuities
Food/Drinks (Full galley, bar, and gift shop available that accepts cash or credit card)
What To Expect
Cape May
Start off this Cape May whale watching cruise along the shoreline searching for Coastal Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins before heading offshore in search of migratory Baleen Whales.
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Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very nice nature cruise
Pas2,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The staff were amazing! Having trained scientists onboard to talk about the sea life was a welcome addition. We had plenty of room to roam around & the food/beverage selection was good. We didn’t see any whales but plenty of dolphins & a beautiful day.
Dolphin and Bird Watching. No Whales at all
Norma K,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
3.00Good snacks and Knowledgeable staff. This was our second try and no Whales were seen. Nice boat ride though.
Excellent, Informative Tour!
Harris D,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour! Great naturalists and interns, very knowledgeable and helpful. Learned a lot and saw many many dolphins - no whales this time, but did get to see sea turtles and stingrays, as well as many species of birds. Beautiful views from the boat!
The staff was friendly...
Steffaney c,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00The staff was friendly and gave helpful feedback on where to look for sea life. Didn’t see any whales but the tour was still a great choice. The staff had sea creatures on board (small) type petting experience for the kids during the time while looking for whales.
We had excellent weather,...
Catherine M,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had excellent weather, a knowledgeable crew, and a great time. We saw lots of dolphins, including a calf, and a humpback whale.
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Operated by Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center