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Cape May Dolphin and Bird Watching Cruise 2 hr

TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10

AverageTop 43% in Cape May

65 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Cape May
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise Cape May’s coast to spot dolphins and birds, hear insights from an expert guide, and enjoy historic waterfront views.

About this tour

Set out from Cape May for a two-hour cruise in search of resident Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and the birds that share their coastal habitat. With a marine biologist or expert guide leading the way, this Cape May Dolphin and Bird Watching Cruise pairs wildlife viewing with a science-based look at the local marine environment.

As you travel around Cape May Island, take in the shoreline and historic waterfront, including Victorian homes, Cape May Point Lighthouse, Congress Hall, Sunset Beach, and the Science Center. Morning departures offer coffee, juice, and danishes; 6 p.m. trips include pizza and hot dogs. The cruise also provides safety equipment, and marine mammal sightings are guaranteed.

Check in at the blue ticket booth inside South Jersey Marina, dress for the weather, and bring a passport or ID card. Choose this Cape May Dolphin and Bird Watching Cruise for a lively blend of coastal scenery, local history, and wildlife discovery.

Highlights

  • Spot resident Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and coastal birds
  • Cruise past Victorian homes, Cape May Point Lighthouse, and historic waterfront sights
  • Learn about local wildlife and history with an expert guide
  • Enjoy morning coffee, juice, and breakfast pastries or an evening meal

What's included

Included

  • 2-hour cruise
  • Marine biologist or expert guide
  • Science-based educational experience
  • Guaranteed marine mammal sightings
  • 10 a.m. trips: coffee, juice, and danishes
  • 6 p.m. trips: pizza and hot dogs
  • Safety equipment
  • Parking fees

Not included

  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Check in at the blue ticket booth inside South Jersey Marina
  • Meeting point: 1231 Route 109, South Jersey Marina, Cape May, NJ 08204
  • Wear weather-appropriate clothing
  • Bring a passport or ID card
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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.83 on Viator and 4.71 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Cape May
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.3. Top 43% in Cape May means it ranks in the top 43% of tours in Cape May by this score.

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  • GetYourGuide
  • Viator

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