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

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $43.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $43.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

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Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

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 (158)

Jimmy_S

Sep 2020

The boat tour was great. The scenery was amazing with lots of various birds and otters. A terrific trip for a family. Wendy, the boat pilot was hospitable and knowledgeable.

bradwU7

Aug 2020

What a unique experience. Not only do you see all the wildlife like white pelicans on their migration, sea lions, harbor seals, and playful otters, you get to hear them. The electric boat can cruise quietly up the slough, so you get to see the wildlife and hear their playful banter.

KimberlyQuan

Aug 2020

Absolutely loved every second of this tour💗💗💗 Wendy our skipper, Wyatt and Helena educated us about the otters, harbor seals, sea lions and birds we saw in the slough. They were super friendly and taught us so much (I wish I had taken notes)...I will just have to go back again 😁💗 I took a lot of pictures and can’t wait to get home and see them all on my computer. I highly recommend Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour to anyone staying in Monterey. They have so much personality and love what they do. I know I will be going back again next trip😁💗