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Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings!

Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings!

Overview

Guaranteed Sightings! 7 Seas Whale Watch is located in the heart of historic downtown Gloucester, MA and in one of the busiest parts of Gloucester harbor. As soon as you board the Privateer you will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of Gloucester’s working waterfront. You may see fishing boats unloading fish, lobster men baiting and setting their traps, and perhaps even some of our indigenous wildlife such as Harbor seals, Gray seals, and various species of birds. The tour begins with a harbor tour of Gloucester Harbor starting with Cape Pond Ice (which most of you have seen on Wicked Tuna and ends at the Dog Bar Breakwater. A typical trip is anywhere from 3-4 hours but may be extended if the whales move further out for feed. The Privateer IV was built for 300 passengers but we only book to 150 to ensure the comfort and safety of our passengers and is equipped with restrooms, and on-board food Galley and bar.

City: Gloucester

Wed 30 Apr

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Starting at $45.00

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Wed 30 Apr

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Naturalist onboard

A 3 and a half hour to 4 hour excursion.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Due to unusually high fuel prices, we have had to add a $5 FUEL SURCHARGE. This surcharge will be collected at the window upon check-in for each passenger in your party. This purchase does not include the fuel surcharge.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

sum1kraG

Sep 2024

Nice and clean ship with very and nice behaved staffs. Very knowledgeable commentary throughout the trip. Were able to see common dolphins , humpback whlaes and fortunately a blue whale.

Y9400HYalanf

Sep 2024

The whale watching was a terrific experience! They crew went the extra miles (literally) to get us where the whales were. We spent nearly an hour following a pair of humpback whales off the Cape Cod coast. The naturalist was very knowledgeable and spent considerable time talking with us on the trip out. One issue: The boat is not really handicapped accessible for wheelchair users who can't walk a bit: Although the ramps were a bit steep (at low tide) they were manageable with some help. The restrooms, however, have a Coast Guard mandated 3" lip at the door that you must be able to walk over and then navigate the small space without bars (but several alternative handholds) on your own.

Stacey_F

Sep 2024

Great trip! Amanda was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable! We learned some interesting things! The crew was exceptionally nice and helpful We would do this again!!