Salt Marsh Wildlife Tour: Rare Bird Watching

Embark on a Wetlands Safari Cruise to witness the extraordinary wildlife of the salt marsh. With 25 years of experience, we guarantee an unforgettable journey filled with rare bird sightings and ever-changing routes. Book your adventure today!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jarvis Sound - Cruising through the coastal Salt Marsh behind Cape May and Wildwood viewing the birds and marine life that live there. We get up close to many different species of birds with views that people rarely get to see of some of the secretive birds of the wetlands. Being out in the wetlands every day for six months gives us a unique…
What's Included
  • Binoculars
Additional Information

We afford unique glimpses into the salt marsh wildlife that are rarely available to others. Our tours, which operate daily from April through October, give us a consistent idea of where the most fascinating birds can be spotted. With a quarter-century’s worth of experience, we have honed our ability to chart the most rewarding trip. Our path differs each day due to varying conditions.

Location
1212 Wilson Dr
Wilson Drive
One block back behind Tony's Pizza which is just across the main road from the Lobster House restaurant. Directly across from Mayers Tavern. Parking is at the right end of the lot behind the telephone pole with the sign on it. the parking barriers for our trip are purple.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jasonao8803fa
Sep 19, 2025
Fantastic experience, great crew! - My whole family did this tour while we were visiting Cape May, and even with an age range of 70+ years from oldest (my mother) to youngest (my daughter), every single one of us had a fantastic time. We saw all kinds of birds, in many cases from incredibly close up. One of the best family birding experiences we’ve ever had. Captain Bob was great, and Pam, the naturalist, was incredible! My daughter was completely absorbed by everything Pam had to share. We loved it and plan to do it again!
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M835xpruthm
Sep 16, 2025
Many birds if you know how to look - Saw many different birds and learned many interesting facts about them. They knew where the birds would be and could spot them when I couldn’t.
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Mknbfn
Sep 7, 2025
Highlight of our short vacation - I’m having mobility problems and was prepared not to be able to get on boat but Bob loosened lines and had all stand on back platform so I could walk right on and off. Thank you so much! Having the naturalist on board this year made the trip extra special as both added their own insights about the birds of the marshlands. I recommend this trip if you’ve never taken it as it gives a perspective you don’t get from land. Plus Bob always knows where the birds are. You will never be disappointed.
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Emmyhoov
Sep 5, 2025
Wonderful time bird watching by boat - My family and I had a wonderful time! The captain and Patty were very knowledgeable about the area. Love the enthusiasm and deep respect for the marsh/birds.
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Mcguirk193
Sep 1, 2025
Another enjoyable cruise on the Osprey! - This was our 2nd trip on the Osprey, and we definitely enjoyed it just as much this time around! The route varies with where the birds are, so we traveled to and saw different areas from the earlier trip 2 summers ago. The captain is very knowledgable about what is happening with the different bird populations around the area and adjusts the trip accordingly., explaining things in a very engaging way. Great time out on the water for the "bird nerd" in our group as well as those of us just along for the ride!
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Hope_b
Aug 31, 2025
Great excursion! - We had a great time! My husband is a bird enthusiast but I just enjoyed cruising! The guides were great and made the trip fun!
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Bostonjmwm
Aug 28, 2025
Wonderful, informative and fun cruise! - Captain and on-board naturalist made sure we saw as many bird species as possible. Cruise was fun for experienced birders and casual visitors. Great tour along the waterways.
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Patricia_m
Aug 12, 2025
Excellent Birding Adventure!!! - The tour was well worth it! Captain Bob and Vince were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly! They know so much about the salt marshes of Cape May as well as avian migration patterns. I’ve always wondered what was living within the tall grasses I could see from the bridges. Now I know! Absolutely a great trip that won’t disappoint!
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Gail_c
Aug 10, 2025
This trip was for the birds! 🦅 - Excellent trip from start to finish. Patty was extremely knowledgeable and informative and we source so many species of birds and their chicks, eagles, ospreys, turtles. Our captain certainly knew how to navigate the waters. All in all this was an excellent trip and we highly recommend it ... to be honest, had we not seen any birds, it was a beautiful boat ride in and of itself! Thank you to all in the crew! P.S. this is one of those places where in our opinion tipping is highly recommended 😊.
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Dmvargo
Jul 25, 2025
So interesting! - Outstanding! The crew-Travis, Sue and Bob, were so knowledgeable and interesting!Our group ranged from age 14-74 and everyone liked it!! Definitely recommend!
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