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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

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Highlights

The Elkhorn Slough has the largest population of Sea Otters in California, and over 300 species of birds! We’ve been offering guided boat tours of this wetland for almost 30 years, and have an intimate knowledge of the area, its history, and it's wildlife. All our Naturalists have Marine Science degrees, and we are third party certified Wildlife Stewards, so you can be assured that we always conduct ourselves responsibly around the wildlife. Our stable, comfortable vessel is designed for unobstructed wildlife viewing, and we’ve been a preferred outfitter for many prominent wildlife photographers, like Frans Lanting and Suzi Eszterhas, to name a few. On our relaxing ride, no one gets sea sick, and our safety record is flawless. We also operate a large science and nature themed Gift Shop / Bookstore celebrating the Monterey Bay. Our shelves contain over 600 titles, many of which are 30-50% off the list price, plus attire, stuffed animals and souvenirs.

Itinerary

  • Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

    1 hours 10 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    The world's largest population of Southern Sea Otters and 340 bird species inhabit this spectacular wetland. Our expertly guided tours will show you all this, and more! And, we offer complimentary use of binoculars to ensure that everybody gets a great look at the wildlife.
  • Moss Landing Harbor

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Moss Landing Harbor is not just a commercial fishing harbor. Overflowing with local character, and home to hundreds of endlessly entertaining Sea Lions, the harbor also hosts a number of Marine Research institutions, including the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Their research vessels and impressive technology is often in view as we make our way to the Elkhorn Slough. But before doing so, we always like to pause and linger at the mouth of Moss Landing Harbor, and discuss the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and it's deep submarine canyon. The Elkhorn Slough is a tidal inlet fed directly by the Monterey Bay, so these bodies of water share a unique relationship and history. And we might even encounter Humpback Whales feeding close to shore!

What's included

INCLUDED

Activities and prizes for kids
Free use of binoculars during tour
Trained Naturalist as Tour Guide
Complimentary refreshments
Free street parking along Moss Landing Road

NOT INCLUDED

$12 fee to park in Moss Landing Harbor parking lot. Free with handicap placard.

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours typically last an hour and a half to two hours.
Our minimum age for passengers is 3 years old.
Weather in the Monterey Bay can vary, so it's always a good idea to bring layers of clothing.
There is no restroom onboard, but restrooms are available at our Gift Shop and in the harbor.
Do not enter "Elkhorn Slough" into your maps app. This will direct you away from our location, and we'll be unable to delay our departure time if you are late.
Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time to check in, and walk over to departure point.

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