In order to get the discount, you must pick up a coupon from the info desk inside the aquarium before your whale watch departs. From whale watching in maine on the remote bay of fundy, to excursions out of ports in boston and cape cod, each state offers you whale watches thatll introduce you to mother natures giant creatures, up close and personal. Whale watching provincetown chamber of commerce, inc. There are so many ways to save on tickets for whale watching in boston and massachusetts, and its one of the best things to do in boston on weekends keep in mind theres only one whale watch tour directly out of boston and that is the new england aquarium whale watch from boston.
In boston, cruises are operated by several companies, including the new england aquarium. The us coast guard dispatched two cutters to rescue more than 150 passengers stranded overnight monday on a boston harbor cruises whale watch vessel, but authorities deemed conditions too. You can ride in comfort aboard a highspeed vessel that reduces travel time, which gives you more time to view the whales. Most take 34 hours, heading out to the major whale feeding grounds of stellwagen bank national marine sanctuary off massachusetts, jeffreys ledge, or the gulf of maine, depending on the port. On a new england aquarium whale watch, you are guaranteed to see whales. New england aquarium whale watch boston 2020 all you need. An on board naturalist will narrate your trip with indepth commentary on the local ecology and an educational look into the wonderful world of. May, june, july, august, september and october are the months for whale watching from boston with great sighthings. Provincetown is another fantastic area for whale watching in massachusetts as its the closest harbor from stellwagen bank dolphin fleet of provincetown offers whale watching in massachusetts and guarantees that if you dont see any whales you will receive a free ticket for a future trip. I get that it is going to be cold, but how cold are we talking here. New england aquarium whale watching cruise trusted tours.
Whale watching blog boston harbor cruises sightseeing notes. Whale watching tour for one or two at newburyport whale watch up to 37% off. We headed out under bright skies in the crisp air with the hopes of seeing more of the activity that has been bubbling to the east of boston. Our catamarans provide the fastest, most comfortable way to view the oceans. The massachusetts division of marine fisheries pauses lobstering every year in an effort to. Boston whale watching and aquarium admission combo. Our custom whale watch catamarans are among the largest and fastest in the country. After an exciting whale watch with boston harbor cruises, i am for the record ranking it as one of the top 10 things to do with kids in boston before they grow up. Whale watch and boston harbor cruises are suspended through april 6. One whale watching trip for one or two adults from 7 seas whale watch up to 40% off.
Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. Make sure to check our 7 top tips for whale watching from boston at the end of this article. Wanderbird expedition cruises, boston, massachusetts. Except for the sperm whale, the smallest of the whales have a melon for ecolocation. Mysticeti baleen two blow holes vocalize for communication largest of the whales odontoceti teeth. Massachusetts ma whale watching whale watching trips. Boston whale watching boston harbor and glouocester. Whale watch in massachusetts, one of the top ten whale watching spots in the world. From maine to massachusetts, this is the time of year to see the magnificent and elusive humpback whales among other species. They have long hairlike teeth called baleen and eat zooplankton and small fish. Experienced captains take you to the sanctuaries and feeding grounds, including one of the top five whale watching destinations in the world, to see these graceful behemoths. But the simple truth is, no matter where you go whale watching in massachusetts, youll have an experience of a lifetime.
On the new england aquarium whale watch tour, enjoy the view as the highspeed catamaran whisks you to the whale feeding grounds, just 30 miles east of boston. Experience whales as only the new england aquarium can present them. Whale watching boston best time to visit top tips before you go. Reducing ship strikes to north atlantic right whales noaa fisheries. Beachfront hotels vacation rentals boston cape cod whale.
That experience can be yours in massachusetts, one of the topten whale watching spots in the world, according to the world wildlife fund. Today, 80% of all whale watching tours of new england take place between cape ann and cape cod. Mass bay lines offers daily, weekly, and special holiday cruises and tours for everyone to experience boston harbor on a boat in an affordable way. Get up close and personal to new englands wildlife with this boston super saver. Each summer the whales migrate to massachusetts and back to warmer water when the weather gets cold. Nominees like cape ann whale watch, provincetown whales, beantown whale watch. The 7 best new england whale watching tours of 2020. Your boston tour and whale watching package includes. I have been on smaller boats before and did not get seasick.
All of the land on the island is owned by the city of boston but the island is under the jurisdiction of quincy, massachusetts. The original ifaw research vessel song of the whale spent several seasons. Then, explore fascinating marine exhibits at the new england aquarium including green sea turtles, a giant pacific octopus, or the bonnethead shark, at your own pace. A variety of seabirds can also be seen in the area. Are you looking to go on a whale watch tour this summer in massachusetts but dont want to pay full price. The best small towns in massachusetts the 9 best new. Best whale watching in the boston area boston alist. Whether this is your first time in boston, or you live down the street, our public tours and cruises are a great way to sea boston from a whole new perspective. Weve been working our way through the most fun todo list ever, and we decided it was high time to check off number 37, a whale watching cruise. Departing from boston is a longer trip out and return. Cape ann whale watch a gloucester and boston ma area. Provincetown, plymouth, gloucester and an increasing number from boston.
Gloucester whale watch in gloucester, massachusetts is the best boston ma whale watching tour with guaranteed whale sightings of several whale species a gloucester and boston ma area whale watching tour. But from the boat we saw humpbacks bubble net and surface feeding, a mother and calf fin whale, a sei whale skim feeding, common dolphins and even a harbor porpoise. With its 19th century brick townhouses and many openair cafes and patios, this waterfront area is a perfect spot for a sunday brunch with a glass of. Whale watch lurches into overnight ordeal the boston globe. Booking in advance is highly recommended, as trips sell out quite often.
The threehour tour leaves from boston s central wharf aboard a stateoftheart catamaran ferry and heads to the marine sanctuary. Boston whale watching cruise by highspeed catamaran. The bhc whale watch tour to stellwagen bank marine sanctuary showcases a. New england aquarium whale watch boston all you need to. Cape ann whale watch has been dazzling whale watching enthusiasts with sightseeing tours aboard the largest, fastest and most elegant whale watching vessel in massachusetts, north of boston, massachusetts aptly named the hurricane ii due to its immense size and speed as it descends upon its destination. Most of our whales return to massachusetts bay every year, so weve gotten to. Top 10 best whale watching tours in boston, ma, united. Whale watching massachusetts whale watching ma whale. Boston ma best whale watch a gloucester and boston ma area. Cape ann whale watch is the area whale watching leader. Stay near the sea and sail off the north and south coasts of massachusetts on a whale watch and marine wildlife cruise. New england whale watch tours discover new england. The aweinspiring sight of these majestic, giant creatures breaching and spouting nearby is more than exciting. This happens not only during peak season or on weekends.
The best place to try lobster in boston is back bay, home of the best seafood restaurants in town. Although boston is ranked as one of the most expensive u. Bostons chinatown cant rival san franciscos or new yorks in size, but its definitely worth a visit. Moon island is situated in quincy bay, in the middle of boston harbor, massachusetts, and is the location of the boston fire department training academy, and boston police department shooting range. File a north atlantic right whale off the coast of plymouth, mass. Boston whale watching guide if youre hoping to see some whales while visiting new england, let the experts on our list of boston whale watching tours be your guide.
One of the worlds most active marine sanctuaries, stellwagen bank is abundant with whales, dolphins, sea birds, and other marine life. Whale watching tours are offered all along the new england coast see below typically from may through october. As soon as you board the privateer you will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of gloucesters working waterfront. Of course, im partial to cape cod whale watching because its right here in my home waters. Newport in rhode island, new bedford in massachusetts or provincetown on cape cod.
The new england aquarium, or neaq f or short, offers 3hour whale watching trips that run from april through october. Nov 05, 2010 boston harbor cruises seems to run daily till the end of nov boston harbor cruises, whale watch rates, whale watch schedule. My daughters and i had a wonderful time and i highly recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in going whale watching. Most take 34 hours, heading out to the major whale feeding grounds of stellwagen bank national marine sanctuary off massachusetts, jeffreys ledge, or the. Please view our sightings guarantee below for details. Best 41 fun, free or cheap things to do and see in boston, ma. At peak times including holiday weekends, some companies have as many as 8 trips per day. The biologically rich waters of stellwagen bank and jeffreys ledge are one of the few areas on earth where you can be almost certain of seeing at least a few large, endangered whales on just a halfday whale watch. The best time for whale watching in massachusetts usa today. Whale watcher cruise boat heading back to hyannis to start its season the aurira, a new england aquarium whale watching vessel arriving at boston waterboat marina, boston, massachusetts, united states. Top 5 whalewatching spots in new england and atlantic canada. Folks who live in the big city will likely say that whale watching in boston ma is the best. Gloucester whale watch in gloucester massachusetts.
Catch a ferry from north or south of boston, including marthas vineyard. Beginning at central wharf in boston, hop aboard a highspeed catamaran and embark on a whale watching cruise to stellwagen bank national marine sanctuary, a stretch of open water at the mouth of massachusetts bay that serves as a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds and more. Apr 30, 2009 the whale watching season started in late april. You have to book a boston harbor cruises tour, which is the only operator for whale watching there. It is also part of the boston harbor islands national. Cape cods whale watch season begins in midapril as hundreds of the gentle giants migrate to their summer feeding grounds off the massachusetts coast. I was told by an art gallery owner in provincetown in mid april that whales had been spotted from land thats a bit unusual, but it happens, and it tends to suggest that the whale watching season will be a good one. Zoe mitchell is a radio boston producer and studio director. You will watch whales aboard the hurricane ii, the largest, fastest whale watch vessel in massachusetts, north of boston. But the simple truth is, no matter where you go whale watching in massachus etts, youll have an experience of a lifetime. Wanderbird is a 90 steel fishing vessel converted for. The biologically rich waters of stellwagen bank and jeffreys ledge are one of the few areas on earth where you can be almost certain of seeing at least a few large, endangered whales on just a halfday whale. See the whales on the largest, fastest, most comfortable whale watch boat in massachusetts, north of boston. May 07, 2010 whale watching boston ma, boston whale watching, whale watching gloucester ma yankee fleet whale watch gloucester whale watching tours, whale watch trips from cape ann, north of boston boston, gloucester deep sea fishing yankee fleet theres also the whale center of new england you can stop by in gloucester on your way there whale center.
While the prime season runs from april to october, youll often find that whale watching cruises are less crowded during the late summer and early fall months, making now an excellent time to enjoy such an excursion. Boston, massachusetts 02114 all content including information, games, and images, are the creation of elaine brewer for the. Wanderbird expedition cruises boston, massachusetts. One may encounter humpbacks, minkes, and fins, along with pods of whitesided dolphins that come to boston for feeding season. Directions to 7 seas whale watch gloucester ma 01930 42. Cape ann whale watch is the best whale watching charter in boston, massachusetts departing from gloucester, massachusetts daily. For a convenient departure from boston and a reasonable price, the classic boston whale watching cruise is a great way to see the gentle giants up close. Midapril to midoctober is the best time to go whale watching in boston, as this is when the humpback whales return to feed in the waters of the north atlantic. Each summer the whales migrate to massachusetts and back to warmer. Whale watching season the best time for whale watching in massachusetts is from april to october, though whales dwell in bay state waters as early as midmarch and as late as early november. North atlantic right whales are feeding and exploring in cape cod bay.
Visit our website for our 2014 whale watching schedule at. On these blue water trips, we travel to the worldrenowned fishing grounds of stellwagen bank,and sometimes beyond, to capture the legendary whitemeat fish of massachusetts bay. With your naturalist guide, spot whales and dolphins on a scenic 3hour whalewatching cruise around a thriving marine sanctuary. Best whale watching tours in boston massachusetts 29,748 views 7 years ago cape ann whale watch is the best whale watching charter in boston, massachusetts departing from gloucester. The technique is bottomfishing, which involves dropping bait or jigs about 200 feet to the cool ocean floor to lure luscious haddock and other tasty groundfish. Whale watch in massachusetts, one of the top ten whalewatching spots in the world. Early or late in the season schedule times for excursions are more limited with just one or two trips a day. Up to 400 passengers can zoom to the whales at speeds approaching 35 knots 37. Almost all whale watches out of boston, plymouth, portland, portsmouth, gloucester, etc are the same length but since stellwagon bank is just off of ptown, you spend less time traveling and more time whale watching on provincetown boats. Whale watching season runs from april to october with the summer months offering more scheduled outings. New england whale watching cruises massachusetts, new. Once you have, its an experience you wont soon forget. The largest animal known ever to live on earth is the blue whale. New england aquarium whale watching tips, local guide.
Each of the whale watching tours are narrated and guided by experienced naturalists. Our whale watch general last 3 to 4 hours and are available mornings and afternoons. Boston s chinatown cant rival san franciscos or new yorks in size, but its definitely worth a visit. Top 10 best whale watching tours in boston, ma, united states. When to go whale watching on cape cod whale watching season. Gloucester whale watch in gloucester massachusetts boston. From boston, stellwagen bank national marine sanctuary is just a short ride away. The new england aquarium has partnered with boston harbor cruises to give visitors frontrow seats to view the oceans most fascinating and magnificent animals. Odontoceti include sperm whales, dolphins, and porpoises. More often than not, you see your first whale with ptown still in sight. Our experienced marine biologists tell you all about these majestic creatures and the other inhabitants of stellwagen bank onboard the only fast catamaran in boston designed specifically for whale watching. What to expect seeing the oceans largest mammals up close and personal could be the highlight of your vacation. Massachusetts state on the water whale watching stay near the sea and sail off the north and south coasts of massachusetts on a whale watch and marine wildlife cruise.
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