Narrated Tours

Narrated Tours and Cruises

Cape Water Tours offers several narrated tours from our dock locations. Browse our options and explore the waterways of Delaware. From nature tours that teach you about our natural habitat to historical tours that give you a brief history of the greater Lewes area, our water tours offer a unique perspective of the Delaware Bay Area. Make your reservations today!

2 hours
All ages
From$42
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Stories & Songs of the Sea -Sunset Cruise & Lighthouse Tour from Lewes Ferry

Join Cape Waters Tours and the Sussex County Singers, part of Historic Lewes for “Stories & SONGS of the Sea” on Thursday May 15.

1 Hour
All ages
From$15
Canalfront Park 211 Front Street Lewes, DE 19958

Maritime Day History Cruise from Canalfront Park Lewes

In celebration of Maritime Day on Saturday, May 17th, we are proud to offer this special cruise on the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal. 

1.5 hours
All ages
From$34
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

East End Lighthouse from Lewes Ferry Terminal

Learn about the rich maritime history of the impressive East End Lighthouse. During this tour guests will explore and photograph the lighthouse up close. 

1.5 hours
All ages
From$30
217 Anglers Road Lewes DE 19958

Eco Tour from Anglers Road

See a wide variety of local birds and waterfowl on this water tour of the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal while we explore Delaware’s inland waterways and wetlands.

1.5 hours
All ages
From$30
217 Anglers Road Lewes DE 19958

Eco Tour and Birding with Capt. Madie from Anglers Road

Bring your binoculars and come on out with Cape Water Tours to enjoy this incredible experience!

1.5 hours
All ages
From$36
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Ultimate Eco Tour from Lewes Ferry Terminal

Cruise the waters of the Delaware Bay with our crew of experienced science educators to learn about this amazing coastal estuary.

1.5 hours
All ages
From$32
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Dolphin Watching with MERR Institute from Lewes Ferry Terminal

A portion of tickets sales will be donated to MERR Institute. Head out in search of dolphins with MERR Institute and help collect valuable data.

2 hours
All ages
From$34
217 Anglers Road Lewes DE 19958

Cruise the Canal with Delaware State Parks from Anglers Road

Explore Delaware State Park’s coastline, see Thompson’s Island Nature Preserve and learn more about the history and ecology of our area on this educational cruise.

2.25 Hours
All ages
From$58
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Comedy Murder Mystery from Lewes Ferry Terminal

Cape Water Tours is proud to partner with Ovation Dinner Theatre (Dinner not included) to present Mafia Murders Mystery! 

1.5 hours
Ages 8 and older
From$40
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Spooky Lighthouse from Lewes Ferry Terminal

This fall, join Cape Water Tours for a spooky lighthouse tour at the East End Lighthouse. Witness haunting tales retold by historic characters.

1.5 hours
All ages
From$38
43 Cape Henlopen Drive Lewes DE

Seal Watching with MERR Institute – WILL RETURN DECEMBER 2025

During the winter months -generally December through April- we have visitors from the north! Learn more from our friends at the MERR Institute on this narrated tour.

From$
217 Anglers Road Lewes DE 19958

Osprey Banding Tour-DISCONTINUED

OUR OSPREY EXPERT HAS PERMANENTLY MIGRATED SOUTH SO WE WILL NO LONER BE OFFERING OSPREY BANDING. CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR MUCH DESERVED RETIREMENT, CAPTAIN STEVE!

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