Dolphin Watching Cruise Atlantic City: Guaranteed Sightings

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Duration1h 30m
Live guideEN

Cruisn 1 heads into the open ocean where dolphins leap and frolic in their natural habitat.

A dolphin watching cruise from Atlantic City on Cruisn 1, where a marine naturalist guides you into the open ocean to spot dolphins in the wild. The cruise runs 1.5 to 2 hours daily from June through September, with select spring and fall departures. If no dolphins appear, you get a free return cruise ticket. Children 4 and under cruise free, and the boat is wheelchair accessible.

The experience

Cruisn 1 departs daily from Atlantic City and heads into open ocean where you watch for dolphins with a marine naturalist onboard providing live commentary. The boat has been featured in The New York Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Atlantic City Press for its track record with marine sightings. You'll never know exactly how many dolphins you'll see (that unpredictability is part of what makes the trip an adventure), but the operator guarantees sightings or gives you a free return ticket if none appear.

The cruise lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours, long enough to reach productive waters without eating up your whole day. Bring a camera to capture the leaping and frolicking you might see. The boat has a full cash bar with frozen drinks, specialty cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, champagne and snacks, though you'll need to bring cash. There's no ATM or card reader onboard. Infants ride free and sit on an adult's lap. Children 4 and under don't pay. The boat accommodates wheelchairs and strollers, and service animals are welcome.

What’s included

  • Admission to the cruise.
  • live marine naturalist guide providing educational commentary throughout the trip.
  • guaranteed dolphin sightings or a free return cruise ticket if none are spotted.
  • wheelchair-accessible boat.
  • free passage for children 4 and under.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 30 May 2027
AgesAdult (13 to 61 years) · Senior (62 and older) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5): free
GroupUp to 130
Live guideEnglish
Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.
Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know
Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Atlantic City Cruises

Is this one for you?Book this if you're already in Atlantic City or using public transit. The boat departs daily from the city center, so you skip the drive to a distant port.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the chances of actually seeing dolphins on this cruise?

Dolphin sightings are guaranteed by the operator, or you receive a free return cruise ticket. The boat's track record has made it one of the most celebrated dolphin watching experiences on the East Coast, but the exact number and behavior of dolphins varies with each trip. That's part of the adventure.

When does the dolphin cruise run, and how often does it depart?

Cruisn 1 departs daily from June 1 through September 27, with select departures in spring and fall. Check the calendar when you book to confirm availability for your dates.

What should I bring for the dolphin watching cruise?

Bring a camera to capture the dolphins and the ocean. The boat has a cash bar with drinks and snacks, so bring cash if you want to purchase anything: credit cards and ATMs are not available onboard.

How long is the cruise, and will it take up most of my day?

The cruise runs 1.5 to 2 hours on the open ocean, so it fits easily into a morning or afternoon without consuming your entire day in Atlantic City.

Dolphin Watching Cruise Atlantic City: Guaranteed Sightings

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