2hr - Dolphin & Bird Watch

All Ages

Step aboard the American Star and start your day with a 2hr cruise featuring Cape May’s mascot, the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin. Enjoy complimentary coffee, juice, and danishes as this cruise completely encircles the island of Cape May, focusing on our residential Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin population ...

Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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3hr - Whale, Dolphin, & Bird Watch

All Ages

Embark on an unforgettable afternoon aboard the American Star for this 3hr Whale, Dolphin, and Bird Cruise. Start off the trip along the shoreline searching for Coastal Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins before heading offshore in search of migratory Baleen Whales such as the Humpback, Fin, Minke, or critically ...

Cape May
3 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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2hr - Sunset Dolphin Watch

All Ages

Join us for a magnificent end to your day with a relaxing evening aboard the American Star for a 2hr cruise with Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins accompanied by the most spectacular sunsets in New Jersey. Enjoy complimentary pizza and hot dogs as this cruise completely encircles the island of Cape May. Join ...

Cape May
2 Hours
Dolphin
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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6hr Mini Pelagic with Cape May Bird Observatory

3-20 miles offshore

Step aboard the American Star for this half day (~6 hours) exploration of the inshore Pelagic Zone off of Cape May, NJ for Pelagic Birds and Marine Mammals. Our Marine Mammal Naturalists team up with expert Pelagic Bird Naturalists from the Cape May Bird Observatory. Enjoy the comfort of our heated inside ...

Cape May
6 Hours
Cruise / Large Boat
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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24hr Marine Mammal & Pelagic Bird Watch

80-100 miles offshore

Venture out 80-100 miles into the offshore waters of the Atlantic Ocean beyond the canyons to the edge of the continental shelf in 6,000 feet of water onboard the American Star in search of marine mammals, pelagic bird life, and other species including sea turtles, oceanic sunfish, and sharks. This trip ...

Cape May
12 Hours
Boat Tour, Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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2026 Whale & Dolphin Watching Season Pass

Unlock a year of unlimited Whale & Dolphin watching!

Unlock a year full of unlimited Whale & Dolphin watching! Skip the high costs of boat ownership and step aboard the American Star for any regularly scheduled 2hr Dolphin Watch or 3hr Whale, Dolphin, & Bird Watch in 2026. After purchasing a season pass, you will need to make a reservation in advance ...

Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Fireworks Cruise

July 3rd & July 4th

Join us for a magnificent Independence Day aboard the American Star to watch the fireworks display over open water. Enjoy complimentary pizza and hot dogs as the cruise explores the Cape May coastline looking for Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Your onboard marine biologist and naturalist leads the cruise ...

Cape May
2.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Whale Watch
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Easter Brunch Dolphin Watch

Hop Aboard for a Special Easter Brunch Cruise! Celebrate Easter weekend in a truly unforgettable way with our 2-Hour Easter Brunch Cruise aboard the American Star on Saturday, April 19, 2025! Set sail at 10:00 AM and enjoy a delightful continental brunch with complimentary coffee, tea, and juice as you ...

Cape May
2 Hours
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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Breakfast & Dolphin Watch with Santa

Magical Dolphin Watch with Santa Cruise! Celebrate the Holiday Season in a truly unforgettable way with our 2-Hour Breakfast with Santa Cruise aboard the American Star on Saturday, December 6, 2025! Set sail at 10:00 AM and enjoy a delightful continental brunch with complimentary coffee, tea, and juice ...

Cape May
2 Hours
Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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