Groupon brought the 4 of us to the Cape Star -- at Utsch's Marina -- for a 3 hour whirl in the Cape…read moreMay bay -- just something different to do one morning while on our beach vacation in Wildwood Crest. This is NOT deep sea fishing -- and you will probably NOT take whatever you catch because it will be too small. But if trawling the 12 foot bay with 2 baited hooks on a basic rod/reel rig with the occasional hit interests you -- this charter could be your thing. The Groupon price point is quite reasonable. Captain Tony is an engaging and hospitable host and his new pontoon style boat is steady and accommodates a dozen plus very comfortably. That's about the complement we had on our morning excursion and this is the first year he is running this boat in Cape May. Top Tip: Great for kids who have never fished before -- they will land something -- we all did -- mostly baby sea bass and mud sharks. The crew is helpful and the experience pleasant.

What a great excursion. We went on the 3 hour bay trip. The water was not choppy so no potential…read morefor sea sickness. The captain and mate were very helpful, explained how to fish, and knew a lot about the wildlife. The tour can hold 49 and there was 14 on the boat so there was plenty of personal interaction. One group caught 2 Flounders, another group caught a shark, and my group caught 2 crab and a Sea Robin. The day before, the captain told us they caught a 24 inch Flounder! Overall, this was a 5 Star trip. What I liked: Crew good with kids Crew always helping someone Reasonable price Dropped a crab trap on the way out (kids got to pick the spot) What I did not like: Sea bugs all over (crew offered big spray which helped) Catch more fish

Last minute decision to come to Cape May…read more Jumped online and found a reasonable charter at the last moment. Worked out perfectly on a Thursday afternoon. Just the two of us picked the option for fishing. 1pm time. Read the tips to show up an hour early. The boat before us wasn't back yet, and the parking was none. There are maybe 3 businesses sharing one parking area and more businesses fighting for street parking. This was just a little frustrating. Once the boat tour before us came back and left, they get you double parked in their tiny lot. If you don't like that, come early to find street parking. Other than that. This is a bigger charter. You pay a rental for the rod when you purchase your ticket, which includes your fishing license. There are about 25 spots for rods built into the side of the boat, but we were fortunately there was not that many people. Even with only about 15 people on our side, with the drifting the boat does you are guaranteed to get tangled at least once. Thank goodness for Joe and the help on the boat. There in a flash to fix your rod, untangle, or unhook your fish. I can unhook my own bass, but I don't know salt water fish and didn't want to stick my finger in anything I didn't know. You get two cups of bait. They show you how to bait your hook, and once the hour long trip out is over, you do your line and go. The captain was great with getting us on the fish. I caught a couple of flounders, a bunch of bass and a sea Robin! I lost count of how many I caught. We caught lots and got a coupl of keepers. We didn't get the heaviest, but it was close. Bathrooms for all on the boat. Snacks for purchase. Sun shirts for purchase if needed. Be like the cool kids and take a slim rag for after you bait your hook. It's worth the money. If you wanted less people you will be paying more on a different charter. Again a shout out to a great ships crew and their great job. They cleaned our catch and were fun. Thanks for a great time.

we scheduled with them more than a month in advance. they canceled on us last minute. when i called…read moreto cancel the confirmation, they had an attitude. don't waste your money here.

The Liberty is a beautiful boat. It is a french made replica of a classic american boat, a yacht…read morethat was used to transport the titans of New York's gilded age to their estates on the Long Island Sound. Captain Herk was very gracious.

I know nothing about boats, but this vessel was one of the coolest things I've seen in a while …read more... hands down. Captain Herk is extremely personable, fun and knows a lot about the local area. My family and I had an absolute blast and we can not recommend him enough. He is extremely accommodating and takes great pride in his boat. We saw many dolphins, sometimes only a foot from the boat, and took a nice cruise around to take in the beautiful landscape. THANK YOU Captain Herk, we will definitely call on your services again!

Best boat and crew in Cape May! Fished roughly 20 times this past summer and had an awesome trip…read moreeach time. Chuck (owner) and his son Chris are the best mates I ever fished with. They can't do enough for you!! Captain Mike is awesome!! They work extremely hard to put you on fish and make sure your day is very enjoyable. Can't wait to fish again next summer. I promise you will enjoy your day on the Sea Star III.

Fun trip on this boat, spacious interior . Caught a few small flounders , no keeper. Same was true…read morewith my previous trip a few years ago..nice crew though.

During these odd Rona days, kayaking is naturally socially distant and safe. The views are…read moreincredible and good for your soul! I Experience is not necessary to take out a single kayak and enjoy the moment. We took the 6 pm tour and it was beautiful and the guide knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna.

We visit Cape May every year but this is the first time we have gone kayaking. Found this rental…read moreonline and figured why not! We got there and two guys were setting up vests and paddles. We talked to them for a bit and they gave great advice on where to go. Rented 2 kayaks for 2 hours each. The kayaks and paddles were decent quality. We had such a good time we came home from CM and bought kayaks for ourselves! Would recommend this place to rent yaks!

We had a fantastic time on the Skimmer Salt Water Safari! It was the perfect outing for our family…read morewith young kids. The captain took us out into the marsh, where we got to troll for fish and learn about the local wildlife and ecosystem. The highlight for our kids was getting to touch and interact with the sea creatures that were caught--they were fascinated the entire trip. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and great with children, making it both fun and educational. If you're looking for something different from the beach that's entertaining for kids and adults alike, I highly recommend the Skimmer Salt Water Safari!

This is an incredible, reasonably priced, family experience. In fact, combined with dinner for a…read morecouple of people might be a pretty awesome date. There's plenty to be learned by anyone who goes aboard. The crew is very experienced and highly educated it seems to be a very common experience to find naturalists and bird people among the other passengers onboard. Again, the price is reasonable, if you're buying your tickets online, make sure you know which location you'll be departing from. Lastly, the trip, like the ferry and the tide, waits for no man. Be on time.

Higbee Beach was one of my favorite stops during my Cape May trip because it offered something…read morecompletely different from the traditional beach experience. This is not your typical beach with restaurants, boardwalks, and amenities. It's a peaceful, natural shoreline where you can enjoy wildlife, shells, beautiful views, and a quieter atmosphere. After spending time at the busier beaches, Higbee was the perfect place to slow down, walk around, and appreciate the beauty of nature. If you're looking for a more relaxed and less crowded Cape May experience, I definitely recommend adding Higbee Beach to your itinerary. Would I come back? Absolutely. Side note: HIGBEE BEACH is Hidden behind wooded dunes and far from the crowds, Higbee Beach is a wild, untouched stretch along the Delaware Bay. No lifeguards, no boardwalk, no badge required-just nature, birdwatching, and calm waters perfect for quiet mornings. Pro tip: bring water shoes.

LOWER TOWNSHIP/CAPE MAY: an almost hidden spot, Higbee Beach allows dogs between September 1st and…read moreApril 30th and is a great spot to explore nature on the trails, walk along the narrow beach, and watch the ferry. This is a wildlife management area known for birding where millions of birds make a stop here during their migration for food and rest. A perfect spot to get some exercise with your pup amongst the flora and fauna. There is a parking lot at the end of the road and you can also go right for more parking.