10 Tours in Cape May County That You Shouldn't Miss

February 2, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Discover the best top things to do in Cape May County, United States including Sightseeing Cruise of Cape May, Sunset Safari, Birding By Boat on the Osprey, Safari Cruise (Birding By Boat), Historic Cold Spring Village Admission, Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May, Dolphin Watching around Cape May, Grand Lighthouse Tour from Cape May, Stand Up Paddleboard Rental, Beach Yoga Class in Cape May.
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1. Sightseeing Cruise of Cape May

978-982 Ocean Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Cape May Personal Sightseeing Crusing
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

This is a private tour, no big crowds to deal with. We customize the departure time to work with your schedule, so please call 609-602-0413 to discuss what time you wish to start your tour. We can adjust the tour to suit your needs or if weather makes it too rough to go out into the ocean. If you want to linger a while watching dolphins or see some architecture on the shore you want to snap some pictures of, just ask and we will try to accommodate you. This can be a date trip, anniversary gift, or some other special occasion for you and that someone special to enjoy. We can accommodate up to 4 persons onboard.

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2. Sunset Safari

1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Birding By Boat on the Osprey
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

We get views of the wildlife of the salt marsh that people almost never have an opportunity to see. We sail daily from April until October so we always know where we are likely to see the most interesting birds and with 25 years of experience running these tours we know where we are likely to have the best trip. Our route varies daily depending on conditions.

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Reviewed By otakev

Great trip! Bib’s knowledge and keen eyes made this a wonderful birding experience. Great way to spend a couple hours in Cape May. Highly recommended!

3. Birding By Boat on the Osprey

1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Birding By Boat on the Osprey
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5.0 based on 101 reviews

We get views of the wildlife of the salt marsh that people almost never have an opportunity to see. We sail daily from April until October so we always know where we are likely to see the most interesting birds and with 25 years of experience running these tours we know where we are likely to have the best trip. Our route varies daily depending on conditions.

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Reviewed By otakev

Great trip! Bib’s knowledge and keen eyes made this a wonderful birding experience. Great way to spend a couple hours in Cape May. Highly recommended!

4. Safari Cruise (Birding By Boat)

1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Birding By Boat on the Osprey
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5.0 based on 27 reviews

We get views of the wildlife of the salt marsh that people almost never have an opportunity to see. We sail daily from April until October so we always know where we are likely to see the most interesting birds and with 25 years of experience running these tours we know where we are likely to have the best trip. Our route varies daily depending on conditions.

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Reviewed By otakev

Great trip! Bib’s knowledge and keen eyes made this a wonderful birding experience. Great way to spend a couple hours in Cape May. Highly recommended!

5. Historic Cold Spring Village Admission

Historic Cold Spring Village
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Historic Cold Spring Village is a open air living history museum that invites all visitors to find meaning, pleasure, relevance, and inspiration in the exploration of southern New Jersey's past. Experience sights, sounds and aromas of early Cape May County. It is a nonprofit, educational museum that is open during the spring-summer season. The centerpiece of the museum is a re-created rural South Jersey town set in the "home spun era". With the farm complex the Village is more than 30 acres. Take a step back in time and see how modern life is the same or different from the 19th century. Visiting the Village is a wonderful family activity sparking fun and lively discussion The clam shell paths are tree shaded with water misters and sprinklers operating in summer.

Inclusions: Ticket to Historic Cold Spring Village included

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Reviewed By sarahnG5322AF

We did the ghost walk at night and it was actually our second time doing it. This is such an amazing ghost tour especially for those who have spiritual gifts. Lots of activity goes on here at night and is one of the best cape may ghost tours around.

6. Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May

1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Cape May Whale Watcher
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Join Captain Jeff Stewart and his seasoned crew as your cruise into the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean for a 3-hour whale and dolphin watching experience. The Delaware Bay Estuary is a sanctuary for many species of marine life, including Humpback whales, Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins, Manta rays, Thresher sharks, Hammerhead sharks, Harbor porpoise, Harbor seals, Northern gannets, Greater shearwaters, Bald Eagles, laughing gulls and a plethora of fish species. This cruise allows for an awesome offshore experience for the family, as well as seasoned adventurers and seafarers alike, and is fully narrated by your captain, who will point out local history along with many types of marine life. The vessels in the Cape May Whale Watcher fleet, include the 110 foot long Cape May Whale Watcher and the 125 foot long Atlantis. They are the largest of their kind, offering air conditioning and heat, restrooms, upper deck seating and full bars with snacks and libations. They offer max comfort!

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Certified naturalist, Parking Fees, Best locations for spotting whales, dolphins, and porpoises

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By elizabethsR673AX

Booked online and arrived for a tour/dolphin watching- a group had gathered at the entrance- we were all informed at the time we were to depart that there weren’t enough passengers to warrant going out that day. Told to pick another time- either 3 hours later same day or the next day when they had more reservations. Poor customer service at the time as we were informed this happens since it was not peak season- however nowhere in advance were we informed of this possibility. Very frustrating experience as we had planned our time and travel (with young children) around this activity that day. We did go the following day and did see a good number of dolphins. However the experience wasn’t enough to overcome the day before.

7. Dolphin Watching around Cape May

1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Cape May Whale Watcher
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4.3 based on 18 reviews

Cape May, NJ offers some of the best Dolphin Watching in the world with pods numbering from 5 to 500 individuals. The tour is 2 hours and goes around the island of Cape May, NJ, depending on weather. The Captain narrates the tour with tidbits about history, local knowledge and of course the local wildlife.

Inclusions: Continental breakfast, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Free Parking

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Reviewed By 927sundeeps

3 hours is long time for a boat ride. We did see a few dolphins and it was fun. Saw all the dolphins in first 30 - 45 mins. The remaining time on the boat is waste of time. Never saw a whale.

8. Grand Lighthouse Tour from Cape May

Cape May Whale Watcher, 1218 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Cape May Whale Watcher

Sole sentinels or lonely lights, whatever your idea of a lighthouse these romantic icons of the coast stand as a testament to our conquering the mighty sea. The coastal lighthouses of New Jersey are famous for a number of reasons, including their roles in the success of major ports like Philadelphia and their strategic value during times of war. The lives saved by these lighthouses are countless both in history and on a daily basis. These lighthouses are not only dotting our shoreline, but also our waterways. To aid ships sailing the treacherous mid-channel of Delaware Bay, a series of lighthouses were constructed in the 19th Century and the early 20th Century. Most of these lighthouses are still operating. All are automated. They stand on pedestals surrounded by water out of sight of land. The Cape May Whale Watcher has been sailing to these extremely historic lighthouses since 1994.

Inclusions: Narrated history of each lighthouse, Breakfast, Lunch

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Reviewed By elizabethsR673AX

Booked online and arrived for a tour/dolphin watching- a group had gathered at the entrance- we were all informed at the time we were to depart that there weren’t enough passengers to warrant going out that day. Told to pick another time- either 3 hours later same day or the next day when they had more reservations. Poor customer service at the time as we were informed this happens since it was not peak season- however nowhere in advance were we informed of this possibility. Very frustrating experience as we had planned our time and travel (with young children) around this activity that day. We did go the following day and did see a good number of dolphins. However the experience wasn’t enough to overcome the day before.

9. Stand Up Paddleboard Rental

1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Miss Chris Marina and Kayaks

Explore the calm waters of Cape Island Creek on a Stand Up Paddleboard. See Osprey and other wildlife in the backyard of Cape May.

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Reviewed By TeriMQ13

We enjoy kayaking and looked forward to the trip. The shop is very small and you go through it to show your tickets, then go out onto the dock for vests, paddles and kayak. It was low-key with lots of info on the flora and fauna of the sea marsh. A bit slow for my liking and with a large group (about 10-12) with varying experiences, and the guide was soft spoken, we took off, ahead of everyone else once we could only go in one direction. After a while, scenery looks the same.

10. Beach Yoga Class in Cape May

Congress Street & Beach Avenue, Congress St & Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA Cape May Beach Yoga

I've taught Beach Yoga for 10 years in our quaint tourist town of Cape May, NJ. I love the opportunity to provide visitors and locals with an unforgettable experience. I've learned how to provide the ultimate Beach Yoga class! I love being able to have our class right out on the beach and I teach it in a way that keeps us from getting all sandy while allowing everyone to enjoy a class that is both relaxing and powerful.

Inclusions: One lounge chair towel per person to use as yoga mat

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