2019 FALL SPECIALTY TOURS
AUTUMN FULL MOON TOUR
October's full moon, also known as the Hunter's Moon, is the only full moon of the year that is visible all night long. Rising just minutes after sunset, it tends to appear unusually large with an orange glow. Join us for this rare and exciting opportunity to experience the beauty of the Elkhorn Slough under an Autumn night sky. We'll be equipped with special lighting for night observation, and of course, what Autumn night time adventure is complete without hot apple cider!
Sunday, October 13 at 6:30PM
$49 for tour, guide, and refreshment
Sea Otter Focus Tours
The Elkhorn Slough is the best place in the world to observe this unique and endearing species. Naturalist McKenna Eagan will share fun facts about the history, physiology, and habits of the Southern Sea Otter, and discuss the conservation efforts that led to the Elkhorn Slough having the highest concentration of Southern Sea Otters in the world!
Sunday, October 13 at 4:00 PM
Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 PM
$46 for tour, guide, and refreshment
FALL BIRDING EXCURSION
Join us for an in depth look at birds on their southern migration. There are roughly 250 species of migratory birds that make an appearance in the Elkhorn Slough during the fall and winter months. On this tour, our head naturalist, Austin Shank will share fun facts about these species, and tips to help identify them.
Sunday, November 24 at 2:30 PM
$46 for tour, guide, and refreshment
PHOTO SAFARI
Perfect for photographers of all levels, our special photography tours provide ample opportunities for all aboard to get spectacular shots of Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, and Shorebirds, as well as the stunning scenery of the Elkhorn Slough.
Saturday, October 12 at 4:00 PM
Sunday, October 27 at 4:00PM
$49 for guided Safari and refreshments
HOT CHOCOLATE SUNSET CRUISE
Offered only in autumn, this tour is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy our delightful October weather and enchanting late afternoon lighting on the Elkhorn Slough. Sip on a cup of hot chocolate while watching the amusing antics of sea otters, and graceful flocks of migratory birds.
Friday, October 18 at 4:30PM
$40 for tour, guide, and refreshment
2020 SPRING SPECIALTY TOURS
(Tour times to be announced)
MARINE MAMMAL BABY TOURS
Pups, pups, pups! Offered only in Spring, these tours provide an excellent opportunity to view the Harbor Seal pups born in the Elkhorn Slough in April. We also tend to see a spike in Sea Otter births around this time as well. Our Marine Mammal Baby Tours are slightly longer than our usual tours and allow ample time to linger and appreciate the season's adorable new arrivals.
$46 for tour, guide, and refreshment
photo safari
Perfect for photographers of all levels, our special photography tours provide ample opportunities for all aboard to get spectacular shots of Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, and Shorebirds, as well as the stunning scenery of the Elkhorn Slough.
$49 for guided Safari and refreshments