Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

Overview

The El Cat, built right here in Moss Landing, is a fully electric, 32 passenger, Coast Guard-certified vessel. This is a custom 37’ catamaran built and designed especially for the waters of our very own Elkhorn Slough.

City: Monterey & Carmel

Sat 28 Jun

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Starting at $45.00

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Sat 28 Jun

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

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Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Join us on a one-of-a-kind, electric-powered catamaran ride for a wildlife tour along one of California's largest tidal waterways. Enjoy a narrated cruise along the Elkhorn Slough, a vibrant and lively wetland located on Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Monterey in Moss Landing. Scan for otters, sea lions, birds and beyond during a cruise through these peaceful waters.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (325)

Nancy_H

May 2021

Great, informative time on the Slough! Captain Wendy and Naturalist Aaron were both delightful and knowledgeable........highly recommended for any age guest!

Sherri

May 2021

Lots of wonderful wildlife, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, and many, many bird species. The naturalists aboard were very familiar with the area and it’s wildlife and were amazing at answering questions. Highly recommend this tour!

A1632RVamandar

Apr 2021

We had such an amazing experience for my little boy's 4th birthday with his grandparents. We saw so many otters and seals and their pups. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and told us all about these mammals and the local birds and landscape. I truly cannot wait to repeat the trip. The fact that these boats are electric powered is a major plus because they do not pollute and they are so quiet for the creatures. The boat was immaculately clean, and the best things is that it wasn't crowded and we were able to move around to get the best views possible.