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Atlantic City Cruises
Categories: Active Life Boating Event Planning & Services Boat Charters Boating, Boat Charters [Edit]
800 North New Hampshire AvenueAtlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 347-7600
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 9 am - 6 pm
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
3 reviews for Atlantic City Cruises
3 reviews in English
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Review from jen s.
Hamilton Square, NJ
6/28/2009 3 photos
After one of the dolphin cruises in Ocean City canceled on me due to not having enough reservations, my group decided to drive the half hour to AC the next day and do the 1:00 dolphin cruise. My expectations were pretty low after having been whale watching in Provincetown, MA, but I was pleasantly surprised! I thought we might see a dolphin or two jump out of the water once, but we actually saw a lot and they jumped out of the water close to the boat a number of times. The tour also does offer a guarantee that if there aren't any sightings, you can come back another day for free. It cost about $35 per person and children under 4 were free. The tour was 2 hours and they also took you past Trump Marina to see some of the yachts and other boats. This tour was my favorite activity that we did while staying in Ocean City for a week. Seeing animals in their natural environment where they are free and wild is really amazing. So much better than the zoo!
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Review from Christopher C.
Bethlehem, PA
1/12/2011
We were already at the A.C. Aquarium and we saw the sign for Atlantic City Cruises and went over to their little booth to check out their schedule.
They have a two hour long skyline cruises in the morning and happy hour cruise closer to sunset, but we opted for the two-hour dolphin cruise that starts daily at one o'clock.
The pricing for the cruise was interesting in that when I got there the woman asked me if I had AAA and told her that I did but I let the membership expire two or three years ago.
She said that was good enough for her and proceeded to give me the AAA discount since I had been a AAA member at some point in my life.
The boat itself left about ten minutes late as they waited and waited for some people that never showed up.
The route of the boat takes you out of Gardner's Basin and then turns north and goes along the coastline of Brigantine.
We were out about 45-50 minutes when our Captain found a pod of six dolphins that were also going along coast. We followed them for about half an hour, during which time the boat was turned around multiple times so that everybody on both sides could see the dolphins multiple times.
After that we returned to Gardner's Basin after going along the A.C. coast to look at a casino or two and getting to see a few buoys up close.
The only real negative of the whole tour is the Captain will constantly push going inside the boat to get alcoholic drinks during the trip. After twenty minutes it was annoying beyond belief.
Other than that, Atlantic City Cruises delivered on their guarantee of seeing dolphins and that is what matters. -
Review from Joel S.
Parlin, NJ
10/14/2011
Took the 1:00 dolphin-watching tour and I really enjoyed it. Was a beautiful day, boat wasn't overly crowded, so everyone could get a good view. The captain was very good about managing our expectations and gave us running commentary that was at the appropriate level (not too excessive) while we were "on the hunt". After 45 minutes or so, we found a pod and the captain was very good about giving both sides of the boat a good look. Was a lot of fun watching the animals in their natural habitat. I will be doing this again.
Specialties
Hop aboard Atlantic City Cruises and the Cruisn1 for the adventure of a lifetime! Daily sightseeing cruises, Dolphin Watching Adventures and Happy Hour Cruises depart May through October. The Cruisn1 is also available for a private charters for events such as birthday celebrations, weddings and rehearsals, bachelor and bachelorette parties, corporate events and fund raising cruises.
Atlantic City Cruises is conveniently located in Historic Gardner's Basin, next to the Atlantic City Aquarium, Scales Grill & Deck Bar and the Back Bay Ale House. Parking is free too! Historic Gardner's Basin in the INLET section of Atlantic City, less than one mile from the new Revel Resort. 800 N. New Hampshire Ave. Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Don't Miss the Boat! Reserve your tickets now at www.atlanticcitycruises.com.
History
Established in 1998
The George family has offered cruises and fishing trips in Southern New Jersey since 1969. Capt. Rich George started the family business in Sea Isle City, NJ running the Capt. Chum. Later Capt. Rich owned and operated the Sea Hawk, Miss Ocean City and finally the Princess. Capt. Rich's son, Jeff George, started as a young third mate at the age of eight, eventually working his way to first mate and captain by age 19.
In 1997, Capt. Jeff purchased the family business and relocated the boat to Historic Gardner's Basin in Atlantic City. 2012 marks the 15th year in business in Atlantic City. The third generation George, Nate, age 11, hopes to follow in the business as he now helps on the boat as the third mate.
Meet the Business Owner: Jeff G.
Captain Jeff George is the owner/ operator of Atlantic City Cruises, Inc. In addition to Atlantic City Cruises, Jeff and his wife, Jenn, are partners in Scales Grill & Deck Bar and the Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House, both restaurants are located in Atlantic City. Jeff preaches what he practices as an adjunct professor at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in the School of Business, Hospitality and Tourism.
