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    Cape May Oyster Sailing Cruise

    Sail a historic schooner while enjoying a dozen freshly shucked local oysters

    4.6 stars• 170 reviews

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Includes

    1 dozen oysters, wine

    Highlights

    Step aboard the 115-foot A.J. Meerwald, a 1928 oyster schooner, for a sail along the Cape May coastline. Relax on deck or take part in traditional sailing tasks with the crew.

    • Discover traditional sailing aboard a historic oyster schooner
    • Enjoy views along the Cape May coastline
    • Join the crew to haul lines or hoist sails
    • Bring personal food, snacks, beer, or wine
    • Capture the scenery from the deck

    What's Included

    • One dozen freshly shucked local oysters on the half shell

    Important details

    • Arrive 30–45 minutes before departure for check-in
    • Ages 21+ only
    • No open beverage containers during boarding
    • Use shoreside restrooms before boarding; the onboard restroom is reached by ladder and intended for emergencies
    • Expect 2–4 steps to board; changing tides can make the dock steep
    • Service animals only; pets and comfort animals are not permitted
    • Leave strollers ashore
    • No smoking onboard
    • Take all items you bring aboard with you when you leave

    Cancellation Policy

    Sails run rain or shine. No refunds for no-shows or missed sails. If the captain cancels for unsafe conditions, you may rebook or receive a refund.

    Product ID: CJBBA2

    FAQs

    Crew may be able to lift wheelchairs aboard in some cases, and seating is available once onboard. The onboard restroom is not ADA accessible; use the shoreside facilities in the terminal.

    Meeting details

    Cape May Ferry Terminal, North 1200 Lincoln Blvd, North Cape May, NJ 08204

    Experience provided by Bayshore Center

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    What a nice and interesting way to spend an afternoon. The crew are all friendly, knowledgeable and seem to really enjoy what they are doing. Run by a non-profit which has done a great job of preserving this piece of local history. Thank you Crew!

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    Janyce Fenton

    August 22, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    What a nice and interesting way to spend an afternoon. The crew are all friendly, knowledgeable and seem to really enjoy what they are doing. Run by a non-profit which has done a great job of preserving this piece of local history. Thank you Crew!

    Photo of Janyce Fenton

    Janyce Fenton

    August 22, 2026

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