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    Spot Whales, Dolphins & Birds on a 3-Hour Wildwood Crest Cruise

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

    4.6 stars• 714 reviews

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Guide, hotdog, soda

    Highlights

    Set out on a 3-hour cruise aboard the Atlantic Star for marine mammal watching with a marine biologist guide. Travel from Sunset Lake through the Intracoastal Waterway to the Atlantic while learning through hands-on exhibits.

    • Join a marine biologist for live education and wildlife spotting
    • Explore a touch tank and plankton lab for hands-on learning
    • Cruise from Sunset Lake through Cape May Inlet to the Atlantic
    • Look for dolphins, whales, sea birds, sea turtles, and other wildlife
    • Pass Cape May Harbor, Congress Hall, and Cape May Point Lighthouse
    • Pause for viewing while the trip continues along the route

    What's Included

    • Complimentary hotdog
    • Complimentary soda

    Things to know

    Personal food, drinks, and coolers are not permitted onboard. Snacks, nonalcoholic drinks, beer, wine, and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.

    Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled after purchase. Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather up to an hour before start; if cancelled by the seller, you may reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event. All participants must have a ticket; 1 free child age 6 or under per full-fare adult.

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    FAQs

    The cruise runs rain or shine. If severe or unsafe weather leads to a cancellation, you can reschedule (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.

    Yes. The trip guarantees a marine mammal sighting (dolphin or whale). If you do not see a marine mammal, you get your next trip for free.

    No. Personal food, beverages, and coolers are not permitted onboard. A complimentary hotdog and soda are included, and the galley sells snacks and drinks.

    Meeting details

    6200 Park Boulevard, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260

    Experience provided by Starlight Fleet

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    $53.50

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    Junior

    $37.45

    Under 12 Years Old

    0

    Extra Child

    $21.40

    Ages 6 and under, in excess of 1 per adult

    0

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    Review summary

    4.6
    Excellent
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    The crew here is the real draw. Across fishing trips, dolphin watching cruises, and even a pirate ship experience, reviewers consistently highlight how friendly, patient, and attentive the staff are. First-timers feel genuinely welcomed, fish get filleted onboard for you to take home, and the guides have a knack for keeping both kids and adults entertained. The dolphin watching sunset cruise in particular gets a lot of love, with drinks, snacks, dancing, and reliable dolphin sightings making it a well-rounded outing. There is one recurring friction point worth knowing about: a few guests have had frustrating interactions with the ticketing booth staff, particularly around third-party bookings. It seems isolated to one person and does not reflect the onboard experience, but if you are booking through an outside platform, it may be worth confirming your reservation directly beforehand to avoid any hassle at check-in. Overall, this fleet offers something for a wide range of visitors, from serious anglers chasing sea bass and grouper to families looking for a fun, low-key cruise. The onboard crew clearly takes pride in what they do, and repeat visitors are common. If you are looking for a water-based experience with staff who genuinely seem to care, this is a solid choice.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Amazing adventure! Great Staff! Great people at the ticket and gift shop. We had an amazing time highly recommend this trip. They had made our day memorable. Can't wait to go sgain♡

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    Sunni Mari

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Amazing adventure! Great Staff! Great people at the ticket and gift shop. We had an amazing time highly recommend this trip. They had made our day memorable. Can't wait to go sgain♡

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    Sunni Mari

    September 2, 2026

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