Top 8 nature & wildlife things to do in Ocean City

1. July 4th fireworks cruise on the Sea Rocket in Ocean City

Two-hour cruise aboard the Sea Rocket — enjoy live entertainment and watch the Independence Day fireworks over the Ocean City skyline from the Atlantic Ocean.

2. Sunset cruise on the Bay Hopper from Ocean City

Two-hour sunset cruise — glide across the bay, enjoy wildlife views, and relax with your beverage as the sun sets over the water.

“We had an excellent experience and thoroughly enjoyed it. The sunset over the water was stunning. We would absolutely return for another visit.”— Kyle_M

3. Kayak rentals in Ocean City, MD

Flexible rental times — top-quality kayaks for fishing, sightseeing, or wildlife viewing in Ocean City.

“My wife and I really enjoyed our experience in a tandem kayak. Unlike other locations, this was a sit-in kayak, providing ample space for my legs and shielding them from the wind and sun, similar to those we used in scouts. The staff was friendly and accommodating, and we spotted an osprey nest along with a blue heron.”— billrH9788ZF

4. Assateague Island cruise from Ocean City

Two-hour cruise to Assateague Island — expert narration on wildlife and the island's famous ponies.

“The captain was fantastic, and we gained a lot of knowledge about the region. We spotted horses and received excellent suggestions for other places to explore and dine.”— 579debv

5. Sunset cruise on the Bay Hopper in Ocean City

Two hours on the Bay Hopper — enjoy the wildlife and sunset views while relaxing with your favourite drink.

“My sister and I found this experience to be just what we needed. Our captain had a deep understanding of the area, and the views were absolutely breathtaking.”— Rosa_B

6. 45-minute speedboat and dolphin cruise in Ocean City, MD

Forty-five minutes on a Sea Rocket speedboat — watch for dolphins as you cruise the Ocean City coast from downtown.

“The larger boat wasn't available, so we went out on the parasail boat instead. The experience was fantastic; we could feel the excitement of the ride, and we even got a close-up view of dolphins!”— Michael_S

7. One-hour parasailing adventure over the Atlantic in Ocean City

One-hour parasailing trip — soar 800 feet above the Atlantic Ocean, with a convenient downtown departure and free onsite parking.

“It was an incredibly fun experience! Bobby and Owen made the adventure memorable. We chose this for my husband’s 70th birthday, and it turned out to be a peaceful activity rather than scary. I recommend taking the GoPro they provide, as the video will help you relive the experience. Bobby and Owen ensured we felt comfortable with parasailing. I'm looking forward to doing it again! Thank you, Sea Rocket, for creating such a wonderful memory!”— Deb J

8. Assateague Island cruise with wildlife watching

Two-hour cruise from Ocean City — watch for wild ponies and herons while enjoying your first drink complimentary.

“We enjoyed a pleasant pontoon trip to the island, during which the guide shared insights about the island's history and the horses. The experience was definitely worth the ticket cost.”— robinkS1625FP