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Assateague Island National Seashore
When you take a trip to Ocean City, you should spend some time exploring the Assateague Island National Seashore. The seashore was established for the purpose of protecting Assateague Island in the states of Virginia and Maryland. There are over three hundred species of birds in the area. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as fishing, sightseeing cruises, kayak tours, bird watching, and biking. Assateague Island is a popular destination for guests of all ages.
Do you love wildlife and breathtaking views? If so, Assateague Island offers fun sightseeing cruises for you to enjoy. One of the excursions is known as the Assateague Wildlife Cruise. In the course of the experience, visitors will have the opportunity to see diverse wildlife, marine life, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. You will also see herds of wild horses in many remote areas where they have lived for hundreds of years. Guests will also get to get a close-up view of the Assateague Island Lighthouse.
Another fun activity for visitors to Assateague Island to enjoy is embarking on a kayak tour. There are tours in the morning, afternoon, and at sunset offered to guests of all ages. You don’t have to have experience using the kayak because a staff member will give you a lesson prior to departing on the adventure. In the course of the excursion, visitors will have the opportunity to take in spectacular views, see wild horses, and watch for bald eagles and other diverse wildlife on Assateague Island. You will stop at a beach where wild horses roam. This experience also includes the chance to see the Assateague Lighthouse. You will also encounter birds such as osprey, loons, and other shorebirds on the tour. The tours are offered seasonally from April through October.
