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Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!
The Elkhorn Slough, California's second largest wetland, offers breathtaking scenic views.
Harbor Seals have their pups in the Elkhorn Slough, and we also have many entertaining Sea Lions as well.
Sea Otter moms with newborn pups are seen year round in the Elkhorn Slough.
The Elkhorn Slough Has the largest population of Southern Sea Otters in the world!

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

By Elkhorn Slough Safari
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is €41 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

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 / Bookshop 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.

Activity location

  • Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
    • Moss Landing, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 7981 Moss Landing Rd ste e
    • 7981 Moss Landing Road
    • 95039, Moss Landing, California, United States

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Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:15
Price details
€41.07 x 1 Adult€41.07

Total
Price is €41.07

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedFree street parking along Moss Landing Road.
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of binoculars during tour.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded$12 fee to park in Moss Landing Harbour car park. Free with handicap placard.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transport 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 fro 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 bathroom onboard, but bathrooms are available at our Gift Shop and in the harbour.
  • 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.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
  • 1h 10m
  • Admission 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
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Moss Landing Harbour is not just a commercial fishing harbour. Overflowing with local character, and home to hundreds of endlessly entertaining Sea Lions, the harbour 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 Harbour, 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!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESElkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
    • Moss Landing, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE7981 Moss Landing Rd ste e
    • 7981 Moss Landing Road
    • 95039, Moss Landing, California, United States

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