Dolphins reside in the Atlantic Ocean near the shores of Cape May, New Jersey. A boat trip is the perfect way to witness these remarkable marine mammals in their native environment.
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Dolphins and whales are native to the waters around Cape May, NJ, where Delaware Bay opens out onto the mighty Atlantic. The charming coastal town is the perfect place to find a boat tour. While there is a probability you will make a sighting and perhaps get some great photos along the way, nature doesn’t heed the call of dolphin sighting cruises. But with experienced crews, great value for money and pleasant, safe on-board conditions, these are three of the best dolphin watching tours from Cape May.
Cape May Island Sunset Cruise & Dolphin Watching
Taking the unpredictable reality of nature-spotting tours into account, it’s worth turning your boat trip into an experience in and of itself. This sunset trip from Cape May marina makes the journey the main experience. Snack on the free pizza and hot dogs provided and scan the waves for bottlenose dolphins and other marine life, while leaving the shores of New Jersey behind you. Guides on board share their expertise and practiced eye over the two-hour cruise, as the day turns to night in a parade of warm color over the ocean. From $37 per person.
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Cape May Weekend Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
If you happen to be visiting Cape May over the weekend, there’s a great dolphin-spotting boat trip which departs in the late morning. Dolphins tend to be at their most active during the daylight hours, particularly during the spring and summer months. But whatever the time of year, this tour, running on Saturdays and Sundays, is a great opportunity to discover the dolphins and whales local to the area. Some late breakfast snacks, along with juice and coffee, are included in the ticket fee. From $37 per person.
Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Cape May Whale Watcher provides a regular three-hour marine life cruise in the afternoons. These tours usually have great success in spotting birds and dolphins. The team on board are also experts in locating whales, although sightings are less likely. That doesn’t mean you won’t be among the lucky ones to glimpse them. Your guide’s narration helps guests identify the wonderful wildlife seen along the way, as well as exploring interesting aspects of the region’s ecology and history. This tour runs daily from Mar-Oct, then Fri-Mon Nov-Feb. From $48 per person.