things to do in West Cape May, NJ

Scan Avalon’s back bays for dolphins, rays, and shoreline wildlife

Paddle Strathmere's tidal back bays in a stable single or double sit-on-top kayak

A flexible way to spend time on the water

Ride a stable windsurfable paddleboard on Rehoboth Bay

A private tiki boat ride timed for sunset views

Troll or fly fish for summertime mahi mahi

Cruise Wildwood’s back bays, fish or crab, and stop at bayside spots

Fish after dark on a 5-hour Sea Isle City boat trip

Paddle calm water at golden hour on your own route

Cruise with a marine biologist to spot whales, dolphins, and seabirds

A captain-led private escape through Corson's Inlet with your own boat-day soundtrack

Search for pelagic birds and marine mammals 3–20 miles offshore with expert naturalists

Explore back-bay crabbing spots with an experienced crew

Take the helm for a self-guided day on the water with room to relax

Sail Delaware Bay aboard a 1928 oyster schooner

Rent a paddleboard in Dewey Beach with hourly, daily, or weekly options

Kick back on an afternoon back bay cruise before happy hour

Target summer sharks close to shore with gear included

Cruise Wildwood’s back bays with a 9.9 hp motor—no boater’s license required

Cast a line aboard the Starfish in Sea Isle City

Shark and bottom fishing with bait and equipment included

Spot dolphins and seabirds on a 2-hour Cape May cruise with a marine biologist

See Sea Isle City and Avalon waterfront sights from your own private boat

Cruise Cape May’s coast and watch July 3–4 fireworks from the water