Whale Watching in Gloucester to Stellwagen Bank

Overview

This excursion takes you to Stellwagen Bank, a national marine sanctuary located approximately 12 miles (19 km) off the coast of Gloucester, Massachusetts. This site is renowned for the wide variety of whale species that gather here annually to feed. Whale sightings are guaranteed during this sea trip. You will be accompanied by a professional guide and an on-board naturalist to provide insights into the marine wildlife encountered.

Activity itinerary

For over 35 years, this whale watching tour 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. You will have the opportunity to spend a lot more time with the whales than with other whale watching tour in Gloucester, MA since "The Hurricane II" gets to the whales' feeding grounds with much more expediency as well as traveling home faster, therefore more time is actually spent observing whales including but not limited to Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, Northern Right Whales, Pilot Whales, Northern Right Whales, Sperm Whales, Sei Whales, Blue Whales (The Largest Whales in the Seven Seas yet seldom seen around Gloucester, MA), Fin Whales, Atlantic White Sided Dolphins, Harbor Porpoises and whole host of other fascinating marine creatures. "The Hurricane II" boasts 115 ft length with over 400 ft of whale watching room from the railings of the upper and lower observation decks for optimum whale watching conditions. There is a heated, furnished indoor cabin with a full service galley serving hot meals, snacks and cold beverages as well as a fully stocked bar with local brews, popular beer, wine and mixed drinks (at your own expense). You'll be taken to where the whales go. The vessels communicate with each other as to the location of whales so the boat will go anywhere to see them on the North Shore or South Shore of Massachusetts including off the coast of Boston, Massachusetts: Salem MA, Newburyport, Cape Cod, Hampton NH, Rowley, Rockport MA, Danvers, Peabody, Swampscott, Revere, Winthrop or wherever else the whales may roam.

How to use your ticket

Ticket to be collected at a different location

• THIS IS NOT YOUR BOARDING PASS. PLEASE CHECK IN AT TICKET OFFICE 45 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME • Please dress appropriately to current weather conditions • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transport available nearby.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please dress appropriately for the current weather conditions.
• Please arrive at least 45 minutes before your reservation for parking, check-in, and boarding.
• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 240 travellers.
• Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• This activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather or insufficient number of participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers of all fitness levels
• Families with children (accompanied by an adult)
• Marine wildlife and nature enthusiasts

What makes it different

• Guaranteed whale sightings
• On-board naturalist

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 7975P1

Activity offered by Cape Ann Whale Watch via Viator.