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

Thu 01 May

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Starting at $45.00

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Thu 01 May

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Tour Guide

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)

Aimee_M

Apr 2021

This tour was absolutely fabulous and exceeded our expectations. We saw sea otters immediately and many even had babies! The boat is comfortable and so quiet, the wildlife wasn’t scared at all. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the animals and the area and our 7 and 10 year olds loved it. Perfect length for kids. All tours through wildlife preserve should be electric. We will come again and encourage friends to do the same to support a more eco friendly way to observe wildlife.

Yvonne_A

Apr 2021

We enjoyed our naturalist and skipper. We learned a lot about the slough and saw a lot of sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals and birds including pelicans, egrets, herons, and cormorants. The electric boat was quiet with plenty of space to move around and stand up. The best thing was not having to paddle back against the wind like the poor kayakers. Bring your binoculars, hats and coats.

Melissa_E

Apr 2021

What a fantastic vessel in which to explore the slough! The entire crew was very informative and insightful. The tour size is very small and makes for a personable experience. You can easily move about the boat to have an unobstructed and close-up view of the myriad of animals that inhabit the slough. We are happy we chose this over other vessels.