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 3-Hour 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.

You'll visit Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast's most famous whale watching destination. Stellwagen's heavy concentration of humpback, finback, and minke whales guarantees an adventure filled with opportunities to view and learn about whales as they frolic in their natural habitat.

Each Boston Whale Watching Cruise is narrated and guided by a naturalist from the noted Whale Center of New England (WCNE). The WCNE has been studying the whales of New England for more than 20 years and its members are recognized worldwide as authorities on whales.

With the data collected on each cruise, WCNE is able to further the understanding of whales and their world. And, their presence on board ensures that your whale watch will be an exciting and educational trip.

Whale sightings on every whale watch. If you do not see a whale on your trip, you will receive a free ticket for a future Boston Whale Watching Cruise.

The catamarans feature 3 outside decks for optimum viewing capability. Inside you will find climate controlled cabin space with cushioned seating, tables, state-of-the-art audio-visual, and a galley offering snacks and beverages for purchase.

Schedule Details

Departure Dates:

Seasonal
12 April to 31 October, 2008
Daily (see full schedule below)

Departure Point:

Cruise departs from Long Wharf in Boston

Departure Time:

12 - 27 April

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends
28 April - 18 May

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends
19 May - 15 June

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends
• Departure Time 2: 2:30pm weekends
16 - 27 June

• Departure Time 1:
• weekdays 10:00am
• Saturday 10:30am
• Sunday 8:30am and 10:30am
• Departure Time 2:
• weekdays 12:00pm (noon)
• Saturday 12:30pm, 2:30pm
• Sunday 2:30pm
28 June - 1 September

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am Saturday, 8:30am Sunday
• Departure Time 2: 12:00pm (noon) weekdays, 12:30pm Saturday, 10:30am Sunday
• Departure Time 3: 2:30pm Saturday, 12:30pm Sunday
• Departure Time 4: 5:30pm Saturday, 2:30pm Sunday
2 -21 September

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends
• Departure Time 2: 12:30pm weekends
• Departure Time 3: 2:30pm weekends
22 September - 5 October

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends
• Departure Time 2: 2:30pm weekends
6 - 31 October

• Departure Time 1: 10:00am weekdays, 10:30am weekends

Return details:

Cruise returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pick-up not available

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• 3 hour Whale Watching Cruise
• Convention Center Tax

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Meals (Available to purchase on board)

Additional Info:

• This cruise must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
• Confirmation for this cruise will be received at time of booking
• The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
• One of the whales you're likely to spot during a Boston Whale Watching Cruise is the humpback. These Northern hemisphere humpbacks reach an average length of 50 feet, and a weight of about 37 tons! Sadly, they're also among the most endangered, and its estimated that only 8 percent of their original population remains.

Helpful Hints:

• 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

Whale Facts

• The humpback got it's name because of the way its back arches out of the water when getting ready to take a deep dive.
• When humpbacks are leaping up into sight, we're sorry to say they're not doing it to put on a show for you. It's actually called "lunge feeding" - a method they use to plow through heavy areas of food with their mouths open wide and ready for catches. While you're taking pictures, they're dining on schooling fish like anchovies, cod, and capelin.
• Humpbacks are also famous for what we've come to know as their "singing". These mammals can put Pavarotti to shame: they're capable of hitting octaves that include frequencies we humans can't pick up. Male humpbacks are the divas in this species, with songs lasting as long as a half hour - and then repeated with slight changes. While singing, the whale floats, essentially motionless and head down in the water. The purpose of the song is believed related to mate attraction, and possibly male dominance/aggression behavior. Scientists also believe humpbacks communicate by slapping the water with their fins and tail flukes, which create noise and can be heard from far away under water.

 

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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