Cruise Cape May’s coast with brunch, Santa photos, and dolphin watching
2 hours
Cruise, brunch, Santa photo
Step aboard the American Star for a holiday cruise along the Cape May shoreline. Join an expert naturalist as you search for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, watch for local bird species, and take in historic coastal landmarks. Enjoy a continental brunch and a photo opportunity with Santa.
Tickets are nonrefundable. Reschedule with at least 48 hours' notice. Cruises sail rain or shine. If the captain cancels due to severe weather, you may reschedule or receive a refund less processing fees.
Product ID: 6D5KNN
Leave alcohol and coolers behind. All bags and personal belongings are subject to search.
The American Star has a galley snack bar, bar, and gift shop. Cash and credit cards are accepted onboard.
Blue ticket booth at 1231 Rt 109 (South Jersey Marina), Cape May, NJ 08204
The crew here consistently earns praise for their knowledge and enthusiasm, with naturalists like Garret, Conner, and Tom Reed providing educational commentary throughout trips. The boat itself gets high marks for comfort, featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, reasonably priced food and drinks, and onsite parking. Guests appreciate the educational focus, with staff conducting sessions for kids and even sharing eBird lists for birders on the longer pelagic excursions. Wildlife sightings vary by season and luck, but the company handles this honestly. Dolphins appear frequently, especially during summer sunset cruises, while whale encounters are less predictable. Several reviewers mentioned not seeing whales but still thoroughly enjoying the experience thanks to the crew's expertise and the beautiful coastal scenery. The operation offers free return tickets when marine life is particularly scarce, which guests find generous. Trip options range from standard two-hour cruises to ambitious 12 and 24-hour pelagic adventures for serious birders and wildlife enthusiasts, giving you flexibility based on your interest level and schedule.
The sunset cruise was an amazing experience! The crew was friendly and informative! We saw great sites of the island and beautiful landscape views. Also, so many Dolphins! Hailey was extremely friendly and helpful. Dan and Tiffany were great bartenders. 10/10 would recommend!
Loretta Freda
August 31, 2026
The sunset cruise was an amazing experience! The crew was friendly and informative! We saw great sites of the island and beautiful landscape views. Also, so many Dolphins! Hailey was extremely friendly and helpful. Dan and Tiffany were great bartenders. 10/10 would recommend!
Loretta Freda
August 31, 2026
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