Killer whales spotted off the coast of virginia beach. Rudee flipper dolphin and whale watching tours, 200. Rudee inlet at the south end of the oceanfront, the rudee inlet is the goto hub for fishing charters, jet skiing, parasailing and waterside dining. Rudee flipper dolphin and whale watching posts facebook.
Published on feb 28, 2020 on saturday morning, february 22nd, a whalewatching tour boat from the virginia aquarium had a rough ride out of rudee inlet in virginia beach. Helpful guides download brochure weather by season parking. Boat trips leave from the virginia beach fishing center at rudee inlet, located at 200 winston salem avenue, virginia beach. Rudee whaler cruises fishing virginia beach the rudee whaler holds a special spot within our fleet, as during her time with us, weve completely renovated the vessel inside and out. According to a spokesperson from the virginia aquarium, four people were transported. Beach fishing center involving a virginia aquarium whalewatching boat. Come check out the coolest and most exhilarating tour at the beach. Our location is arguably the best location in all of virginia beach, and is also the only inlet like it on the whole east coast. Rudee flipper dolphin and whale watching home facebook.
A wave hit a whale watching boat from the virginia aquarium and marine science center. Our regular whale watching schedule runs saturday, 122119 through sunday, 3820. A best of the beach segment for vb guide magazine featuring rudee tours dolphin watching whale watching and high speed rudee rocket. The boat trips take place on a 65foot catamaran, rudee whaler, which features a heated cabin and outdoor seating on upper and lower decks. Rudee tours 200 winston salem ave, virginia beach, virginia 23451 rated 4. Purchase tickets at the vb fishing center upon arrival. Trust me if you want the best view of virginia beach, then this is the. We are here to make sure your family and friends experience the fun of virginia beach.
The incident happened after the atlantic explorers left the virginia beach fishing center at 10 a. Head out on a fishing charter to reel in the big one, feel the wind in your face as you glide across the water on a jet ski and catch a seagullseyeview of the atlantic ocean as you fly up in the air parasailing. Humpback whales are about the only species you can count on seeing. The ugly truth about rudee inlet whale watching tours in virginia beach. You can hop on a two thousand horsepower speedboat from the rudee inlet out to the sea. Rudee flipper virginia beach 2020 what to know before. Well look for our favorite local marine life including dolphins and whales while giving you a great tour of our beautiful and historic oceanfront area. A complete guide to whale watching in virginia beach. For a wide range of boat tours that everyone in the family will love, rudee tours is the perfect starting point. Right off fort story, robert mcmillen says he captured these pictures of a humpback whale while on a fishing trip with friends. Virginia aquarium whale watching boat trip, a rogue wave hit the boat while it was going through the rudee inlet, said matthew klepeisz, the spokesperson for virginia aquarium.
The incident happened after the vessel left the virginia beach. Rudee tours fishing trips boat rides in virginia beach. A video showing the incident was provided to 10 on. With our most modern cabin, builtin tables on both exterior upperlower decks, it has become the ultimate party platform for both private events and for.
Please call to confirm trips based on weather conditions. Rudee flipper dolphin and whale watching 200 winston salem ave, virginia beach, virginia 23451 rated 4. Rudee inlet in the virginia beach oceanfront district. Rudee tours offers six different types of tours with one of those operating with the virginia aquarium and marine science center. Humpback whales spotted off the coast of virginia beach wway tv. While their rudee mariner and rudee angler are great options for those looking to do some deepsea fishing in style, they are also the home of the relaxing rudee. Whatever the occasion or season, were sure to have a boat tour that will exceed your familys expectations. With trips running year round, we have the perfect ecotour. Welcome to rudee tours the only way to see the sea. Rudee flipper watching whales in virginia beach youtube. The ugly truth about rudee inlet whale watching tours in. Experience the only way to see the sea on the largest and finest fleet of head boats. Video shows large wave crashing on whalewatching boat.
There are two levels, with outdoor and indoor space on. Wave hits whale watching boat from virginia aquarium youtube. Cruise the virginia beach coastline from rudee inlet to cape henry in search of playful bottlenose dolphins and other wildlife, plus beautiful sights, gorgeous sunsets, and more. There is no more experienced captain or crew at finding the dolphins. Download the wway news and stormtrack 3 weather apps on your smart. When i found out about rudee tours i had to go and check it out, but. A spokesperson for the virginia aquarium says a rogue wave hit the boat around 10 a. For your convenience and comfort, the rudee flipper is equipped with a heated cabin, upper and lower decks for viewing, a snack bar, and a full adult beverage bar. Your 90minute ocean excursion is narrated by our experienced crew, who will be available to share their knowledge and answer your. Ap fourpeople were taken to a hospital over the weekend after a rogue wave hit their whale watching boat during a virginia aquarium tour. We have been operating dolphin watching cruises out of rudee inlet for over 40 years. The rudee flipper departs from the virginia beach fishing center in rudee inlet. Roehrs said rudee inlet wasnt a defined inlet until its jetties were completed in 1968. The boat, operated by the virginia aquarium, carried 124 people, four.
Rudee tours is docked at the virginia beach fishing center alongside the largest charter fishing fleet on the east coast. Whale watching rudee flipper, virginia beach traveller. News 3 met up with alexis rabon with rudee tours, who said they have been. Join us for dolphin cruises, sunset cruises, fishing trips, speed boat rides and more.
The rudee flipper departs from the virginia beach fishing center at the corner of 5th street and pacific avenue winter wildlife watching trips decembermarch wednesdays at 2pm thursdays at 2pm fridays at 2pm saturdays at 11am and 2pm sundays at 11am and 2pm holiday mondays at 11am and 2pm arrive approximately 30 minutes prior to departure time. Our dolphin watching tours are exciting, educational, and fun for the whole family. Since that day, rudee s has grown to become one of the most popular restaurants and night spots at the beach. Rudees on the inlet welcomed its first guest on march 17. Humpback whales spotted off the coast of virginia beach. Virginia aquarium whale watching boat hit by rogue wave. Whales, dolphins put on show for sightseers in virginia beach. Wavy four people were sent to a local hospital following an incident involving a virginia aquarium whale watching boat. Water sports fishing isnt the only way to enjoy the water in virginia beach, and rudee inlet is packed with options. Our boats depart from the virginia beach fishing center, at the corner of 5th and pacific avenues, have quick access to the atlantic ocean and include free parking. A rogue wave struck the virginia aquarium boat as it was going through rudee inlet saturday morning. The boat was passing through the rudee inlet with about 124 people on board.
Winter wildlife watching trips run december march, dolphin watching trips run apriloctober. Theres no better place to discover fun on the water than with rudee tours. The rudee whaler holds a special spot within our fleet, as during her time with us, weve completely renovated the vessel inside and out. Our fishing friends believe in our mission and devotion to the ocean so much that. Whale watching out of rudee inlet off virginia beach, va. Whale watching boat rides in virginia beach rudee tours. Virginia aquarium whale watching boat trip, a rogue wave hit the boat while it was going through the rudee inlet, said matthew klepeisz, the spokesperson for virginia. Whale watchers were left in awe during a marine life tour in virginia beach near the rudee inlet over the weekend. The rudee inlet location is arguably the best location in all of virginia beach, and is also the only inlet like it on the whole east coast. Make rudee tours whale watching cruise a mustdo adventure during the cold winter months in virginia beach. You can hop on a two thousand horsepower speedboat from the rudee inlet out to the sea to view the marine life and the. A whalewatching boat was hit saturday morning by a wave as tall as the boat as it exited rudee inlet. The rudee inlet station marina in virginia beach monday evening, sept. We comply with noaas responsible marine wildlife viewing guidelines to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the animals and our guests december march.
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