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Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran

Overview

Looking for a whale watch that requires less travel time, offers the most comfortable ride available and gives you more time viewing some of the world's most magnificent creatures? Look no further! Here is Boston's ONLY Whale Watch on a high-speed catamaran. They will get you to and from the whales in half the time, which allows you more time to watch the whales.

Set sail with us for the whale watch experience of a lifetime. Our destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine creatures. You’ll have a good chance to view several different species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks, minkes, pilot whales and the critically endangered right whales.

The location of the whales may require more travel time, extending the trip beyond three hours. Please allow for additional time in your schedule. The average trip is between 3.5 to 4 hours.

City: Boston

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $68.07

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $68.07

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Visit Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine creatures

See a variety of whales, including Humpbacks, Finbacks, and the critically endangered Right Whales

Boston Whale Watch Cruise aboard High-Speed Catamaran

Narrated by a New England Aquarium Naturalist as your Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
Don't forget the camera, film and binoculars
There is a galley serving food and beverages
Wear comfortable shoes or sneakers
Bring a light sweater or jacket
Remember sunscreen and sunglasses
The location of the whales may require more travel time, extending the trip beyond three hours. Please allow for additional time in your schedule. The average trip is between 3.5 to 4 hours

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (1000)

David H

Oct 2019

We worked our entire day around this experience only to find out upon arrival that it was cancelled. We booked through TripAdvisor and the company told us that someone should have called us and we will need to deal with them for a refund due to rough seas. I get it. I’m sure the conditions affect them often and I understand. It’s the lack of notice or care that bites. I’ve tried to reach out to TripAdvisor and I’ve heard nothing nor do I have a refund. The whale watching was supposed to be 6 days ago and I’ve heard nothing from anyone. Bummer and a pain to get a refund...

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hi David H and thanks for your review. We're sorry to hear of your disappointment with the cancellation of your whale watch. Sometimes weather cancellations happen very close to departure time. We do immediately post a cancellation message on our website and email to all passengers who purchased through BHC directly but often don't have the email addresses of those who purchased their tickets through third party vendors. I hope that you have received your refund by now but if you haven't or if you'd like to discuss further, please contact [email protected] and we will help you with the process and see what we can do to make it up to you. We are very sorry for your inconvenience and disappointment and hope you will be able to join us for a future whale watch on a much better weather day.

Heather_B

Oct 2019

It was Oct 8, 2019 @12pm. I wore jeans, tank top, flannel shirt, scarf, heavy sweatshirt and a windbreaker. I sat out front for the hour going out to the destination point. Yes! I was freezing. Went in, bought a hot tea n pretzel. Ate inside, then went back out with my tea, as I already missed seeing the dolphins unfortunately. But, it was above my expectations to actually see Humpback Whales!!! Including the two dolphins, “we” saw 10 whales n dolphins. Stupid tea! I wholeheartedly recommend this cruise. You won’t be disappointed. Dress for the occasion!! Hat, gloves, heavy coat, scarf...just dress for winter and sit up front. It’s so much fun. What do the sailors call it? The “helm”. The naturalist who narrated the trip was excellent. I’ll do it again if and when I return to Boston. The two humpback whales names that were the most entertaining we’re, Quote & Tripod. ☺️

Terry861

Oct 2019

Great operation. Whale watching is tricky because the whales are always on the move. They had not done trips for 2 days as there were high seas, so there were no reports on where the whales were. We saw about 15-20 different whales on our trip including a humpback mother and calf. The crew was great. they explained that the seas would be a little rough and that dramamine was a good idea if you were not sure about sea sickness. a bunch of people on the opper deck did get sick and the crew helped them down and even carried one families baby and stroller from the upper deck.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hi Terry861 and thanks for your review. We're happy to hear that you had a great day on your whale watch and that you had so many sightings! We appreciate you taking the time to post and hope you have a great fall and winter.