13 Cape May Dolphin Tours That Fill Up First

1.Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 693 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45Our pick

Join a captain and certified naturalist at Miss Chris Marina for a three-hour Cape May cruise. You may see dolphins, porpoises, whales, seabirds, and other marine life while learning about the coast and its maritime past. The large boat has restrooms, indoor seating, and a snack bar.

“Even though there were whale sightings in the area,we didn't get to see any.... However we did manage to see a good number of dolphins, Excellent experience would definitely recommend if visiting the area”

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2.Cape May: Cape May Island Sunset Cruise & Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 382 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Join Captain Jeff aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher for a two-hour sunset cruise off Cape May. Search for bottlenose dolphins, hear stories about local wildlife and Victorian landmarks, and enjoy included pizza and hot dogs. Heated, air-conditioned cabins, open decks, and onboard drinks make this easy for all ages.

“Wonderful crew and perfect pace and points of view. Well worth it!”

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3.Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 230 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Spend three hours aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher with Captain Jeff and an English-speaking narrator, cruising past Victorian buildings, through Delaware Bay, and into the Atlantic. Watch for dolphins, whales, sharks, and birds from a spacious, wheelchair-accessible lower deck.

“Fine job of giving us information about the sea mammals. I was particularly glad they said they communicated with other boats on the lookout for whales. They can’t be guaranteed. The dolphins were amazing in such close family groups. (Assumed of course) The shade, the snacks helped make the time pass. The ocean was lovely.”

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4.Cape May: 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 129 reviews · 2 hours · from $36Best value

Set out on the 110-foot Cape May Whale Watcher for a two-hour cruise around Cape May. Watch dolphins in the Atlantic, spot Victorian homes and the lighthouse, and hear English commentary on local history and wildlife. Continental breakfast, coffee, juice, parking, and wheelchair access are included.

“Great views of a lot of dolphins. The weather was perfect which made the cruise even better. We would recommend to all interested in seeing live dolphins in their natural habitat. The crew and tour guide were great.”

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5.Cape May: Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise with Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 98 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Spend two hours cruising Cape May at sunset with an English-speaking naturalist or marine biologist. Watch for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, enjoy pizza and hot dogs, and see Victorian homes, Congress Hall, the Science Center, and Cape May Point Lighthouse. Free parking and wheelchair access are available.

“We saw quite a few dolphins .. even a little baby 😩😍 Such a great experience!”

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6.Cape May: Weekend Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 71 reviews · 2 hours · from $36

Cruise Cape May’s coastline for two hours with an English-speaking guide, watching dolphins beside the boat and learning about local wildlife and waterfront sights. Coffee, juice, and a light pastry breakfast are included, with parking at Miss Chris Marina.

“The staff was very informative in a fun way, and we learned a lot about the various places and animals we saw. Excited to have seen a whale, too! The option of food and drink purchases was a great addition.”

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7.Dolphin Watching around Cape May

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Cruise from Cape May with a local captain and crew in search of wild dolphins. The roughly two-hour trip may circle the island, passing Wildwood Beach, Higbee Beach, Sunset Beach, the Cape May lighthouse, Delaware Bay, and a 1,000-acre wildlife preserve. Captain Jeff is praised for clear local commentary.

“Seeing Dolphins captain very informative also fortunately a beautiful day good time only thing wish we saw more Dolphins”

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8.Dinner Cruise with Dolphin Watching from Cape May

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Set out from Miss Chris Marina for a two-hour dinner cruise along Cape May and Delaware Bay. Enjoy a reserved meal, sunset views, narration about local wildlife, and chances to spot dolphins, whales, bald eagles, and osprey. The cruise returns to the same marina.

“Boarding was quick and our table was ready for us to dine. The crew were accommodating, the captain was quite entertaining with interesting facts about Cape May, dolphins and whales. In addition to the delicious buffet were complimentary pizza and hot dogs!”

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9.Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50

Set out from Schellenger Landing for a 3-hour Cape May cruise led by marine biologists. Watch for bottlenose dolphins near shore, baleen whales offshore, seabirds, turtles, and rays, then handle live local sea creatures at the touch tank. A full galley and bar are available onboard.

“Excellent 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!”

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10.Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40Top rated

Set out from Schellenger Landing on a marine biologist-led cruise focused on dolphins, birds, local ecology, and Cape May landmarks. Expect indoor and outdoor viewing, hands-on science, guaranteed marine mammal sightings, and food on morning or evening departures.

“My husband is Deaf and would have liked to have had a written copy of what was being said about the marine life.”

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11.Cape May: Scenic Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 27 reviews · 3 hours · from $50

Spend three hours off Cape May scanning the Atlantic and Delaware Bay for bottlenose dolphins, humpback whales, fin whales, minke whales, and right whales. An English-speaking naturalist or marine biologist explains the wildlife, birds, Victorian shore, and coastal landmarks. Parking and safety gear are included.

“The staff on board was quite knowledgeable about the whales and dolphins and birds. We saw two whales and the staff kept us out a little longer to get to enjoy the playful show they were giving us. The staff was super excited about the playful whales, making the adventure super exciting. The dolphins were active as well. And we saw a lot of interesting birds. The trip on the water was smooth and relaxing. I would definitely recommend this tour to others. Being on board with the research team was special because they were all so personable and knowledgeable. Thanks for a great afternoon.”

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12.Cape May: Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Optional Wine Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour sunset cruise from Cape May Whale Watcher. Look for Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins near Cape May Point, pass the lighthouse and Victorian waterfront homes, and add three local wine tastings with cheese and fruit.

“had a good time overall few things I wasn't crazy about like.. could of been better options of wine and Frozen drinks i feel was too loose in consistency, other then that it was a good experience.”

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13.Cape May: Dolphin and Bird Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 11 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Start your morning at Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center with coffee, juice, and danishes, then cruise for two hours with an expert naturalist or marine biologist. Look for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, osprey nests, horseshoe crabs, Victorian homes, the lighthouse, and historic waterfront buildings.

“Overall it was a good event. Saw lots of dolphins. The crew was excellent, and it was an added touch to see the horseshoe crabs at the end. The only disappointment was the part about bird watching. It was advertised as a Dolphin and Bird Watching Cruise but with the except of seeing some osprey nests when we left the dock, there was nothing - not even a mention of birds.”

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