Cape May Whale Watching
The Delaware Bay Estuary is a sanctuary for many species of marine life. The unique confluence of fresh and saltwater makes for nutrient-rich waters teeming with all species of wildlife. Explore the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay to see everything from whales and dolphins to migratory birds.
Start your Cape May whale-watching adventures with one of these charters:
Cape May Whale Watcher
Phone: (609) 884-5454
Location: 2nd Ave and Wilson Dr. Cape May
Cape May Whale Watcher offers an array of activities on their fleet, including the popular “Cetacean Spectacular” – a 3-hour whale and dolphin watching tour in the Bay and Atlantic. They feature New Jersey’s largest and fastest marine mammal-watching boats and offer an exclusive “Marine Mammal Sighting” guarantee. Additionally, they provide various day and special event cruise packages like Sunset Dolphin tours, Prime-Rib Dinner cruises, and History cruises in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. Their services operate from March to December, departing from the Miss Chris Marina, and include fishing, boat rentals, kayak rentals, bird-watching tours, and more.
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
Phone: (609) 898-0055
Location: 1231 Route 109 in South Jersey Marina
Established in 1987, the Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center is a unique eco-tour operation in Cape May, focusing on science, research, education, and conservation. Family-owned and operated by Captains Matt and Melissa, their vessel, the American Star, serves as a floating marine Research Center with marine biologists and naturalists providing informative narrations. Undergraduate research interns collect data on trips, and passengers actively participate in research and conservation efforts. By booking an eco-tour with them, you become part of this valuable research team while exploring the marine life of Cape May.
Skimmer Salt Marsh Safari
Phone: (609) 884-3100
Location: 113 Willow Dr. Cape May, NJ
Embark on a unique adventure with “The Skimmer” and explore Cape May’s picturesque backbays. Led by experienced crew members with backgrounds in various fields, including Ornithology, Marine Biology, Ecology, and Environmental Education, these eco-cruises offer a fun and educational journey. Discover the diverse wildlife inhabiting the pristine salt marshes, a vital ecosystem for over 400 bird species, 300 fish species, and many marine invertebrates. Trips depart from the South Jersey Marina in Cape May or The Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor, all aboard the U.S. Coast Guard-certified Skimmer, providing a top-notch nature experience at the Jersey Shore.
Learn more by reading our blog post Your Guide to Whale Watching in Cape May.
