Elkhorn Slough Safari offers unique and relatively close sea otter viewing. We observe sea otters playing, feeding, resting, caring for young and socializing. While you watch and enjoy these delightful creatures in their natural environment, the naturalist will share background information with you. This tour has been recommended to sea otter enthusiasts by "Friends of the Sea Otter."

Otter Sightings : Average Number Observed - 23

In addition to otters, a number of marine mammals frequent the slough. Harbor Seals have an active birthing rookery and resting haul outs here. Sea lions are sighted regularly. On at least two rare occasions gray whales have strayed into the slough channel.

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Special focus mammal and sea otter workshops with local field biologists are offered by Elkhorn Slough Safari each season. The topics covered include social behavior, breeding, recent research and other information. The next workshop is scheduled for otters is on April 13 and 26, and for marine mammal babies on May 3. Pre-register early - group size limited.

Friends of the Sea Otter