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Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran

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icon3 hours 30 minutes  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Overview

Experience the best of New England’s marine wildlife on this guided whale-watching cruise around the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Hop on a high-speed catamaran that gets to and from the whales in the least amount of time possible. See humpback and fin whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins with the help of a naturalist guide. The on-board galley offers food and beverages for purchase during the trip.
  • Boston Whale Watch Cruise aboard high-speed catamaran
  • See Humpbacks, Finbacks, and the critically endangered Right Whales during your sail
  • Enjoy a scenic whale-watching cruise around Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary
  • Narrated by a New England Aquarium Naturalist as your Guide

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Guaranteed whale sightings, or you receive a free voucher for another cruise.
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Boston Whale Watch Cruise aboard High-Speed Catamaran
See a variety of whales, including Humpbacks, Finbacks, and the critically endangered Right Whales
Visit Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine creatures
Narrated by a New England Aquarium Naturalist as your Guide
Gratuities
Food and drinks (available to purchase on board)

Departure Point

Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Beginning at Central Wharf in Boston, hop aboard a high-speed 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.

From the ship’s three outdoor decks, view humpback, fin, minke and pilot whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins and more with the help of a naturalist from the Whale Center of New England. They share their knowledge about the animals’ behaviors, conservation status, scientific tracking and more.

In between whale sightings, relax in the comfortable, climate-controlled indoor cabin, which features state-of-the-art sound and video systems, the New England Aquarium Education Station and a galley offering food and beverages for purchase.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Boston Harbor Cruises

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Catamaran.

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Traveler Tips

  • "The catamaran is pretty fast, so bring some shell jackets for wind protection on the dock while the boat is moving at speed and sun protection when the boat is at still." See review
  • "Must do activity in Boston , try to make your reservation early in your trip or stay in Boston, so if canceled for any reason ( weather for example) , still you can do it next day ." See review
  • "Limited seating inside when you are travelling an hour off coast both ways so keep that I mind if you don’t want to stand outside when the boat is travelling." See review

Reviews

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Worth the time
Jason_M
, Sep 2020
Everything was great and made for a very enjoyable time. Well worth the time and cost of the trip, would do it again.
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Whale Watching in Boston
Dawn_R
, Sep 2020
All the details were provided at booking. The staff at the Whale watching were excellent and we had a great trip seeing Whales and Dolphins
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Cancelled and no refund
Alison_M
, Sep 2020
Our trip was cancelled apparently at 8am and no-one from Viator contacted me to inform us at all. No email, text or call. Also, still no contact from viator to give me a refund.
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Drove 7 hrs to find tour cancelled, no email or notification
Kimberly_D
, Sep 2020
We drove 7 hrs for the tour - only to arrive and be told it was cancelled due to rough seas. I understand Mother Nature is not predictable but would have appreciated a phone call or email to let us it was cancelled. I was told by the ticket office on the wharf that they would be contacting me for a refund. I arrived home 3 days later and still no email, no phone call or notice that a refund was being processed. When I called customer service - they asked me - why their tour was cancelled. Communication is poor between the touring & booking company. The refund should have been initiated immediately after they cancelled the tour. We will not be using this booking company or touring company in the future.
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Boston whales
JoAnn_F
, Sep 2020
Enjoyed the trip. Saw lots of whales up close and personal. The crew was very professional and knowledgeable about the whales
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Highly recommend
Mary_C
, Sep 2020
Our whole family enjoyed the boat ride and seeing the whales was just a breathtaking experience. They put on quite a show for us. It was an experience we’ll never forget.
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Best sighting of Whales
MOM
, Sep 2020
I would highly recommend this whale watching Tour !! The great attentive staff made the trip very enjoyable.
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Whale watching Cruise
Pauline_K
, Sep 2020
This was such an amazing tour. I was able to see the whales, the tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative about the whales throughout the whole tour. I recommend this tour.
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Best day ever!
Charlisa_T
, Aug 2020
It was amazing. We watched whales slap water and one even made a dive! It was our favorite part of our trip.
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AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE!!!
Kelly-S
, Aug 2020
THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING!!! Just the boat ride alone was awesome! Then, the whales starting coming in view! We basically had our own personal “Whale Show”! We saw everything from Tail splashes, Roll-overs, & even got sprayed by a whale!!! Truly majestic!! Too cap it off, a pod of like 100 dolphins swam beside us on our way back!!! It was a memory I’ll never forget! Our guide was phenomenal! The whole crew was great actually! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TRIP!!!
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