Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings! | 4 hours

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Whale Watch
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Whale Watching: Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Naturalist onboard
  • A 3 and a half hour to 4 hour excursion.
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • $5 DOLLAR FUEL SURCHARGE PER PASSENGER

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.

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Itinerary

Trip Advisor's #1 local attraction. 7 Seas Whale Watch has had the privilege of introducing thousands of passengers to the many species of whales and marine wildlife that inhabit the waters from Cape Ann and out to the Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Our trips run from mid-April to mid-October and are designed to educate, inspire and provide a deeper understanding and appreciation of our fragile marine environment. We are a family business – Three generations of career captains have worked from this very dock for more than 7 decades. We have a love and respect for the marine environment and a passion for providing the best possible customer experience for you and your family. We look forward to seeing you on the water.

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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.

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.9

1943 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    1848
  • 4 stars
    60
  • 3 stars
    13
  • 2 stars
    5
  • 1 star
    17

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 1848 reviews with 5 stars

Whale of a Time

Published on Nov, 2024

A great tour on this boat. Restroom, snacks, drinks, and plenty of deck space to spot whales from. I saw 2 humpback whales. Beautiful. Captain was able to get us close to them for an extended time. Highly recommend this company.

Great time, Awesome views!!

Published on Nov, 2024

Awesome trip. Crew was very knowledgeable and friendly Boat was perfect size to allow everyone to see everything. Will recommend 7 Seas to all our friends. Planning another trip for 2025!!!!!

Great day (despite the nausea)

Published on Nov, 2024

The crew was super knowledgeable and intent on maximizing the number of whales/dolphins we saw. We managed to see two types of whales (finback and humpback) and dolphins. The only downside was that the water was high swell, low chop i.e. formula for nausea so I recommend bringing anti-nausea meds and avoiding fried food before your trip. Thankfully the crew was used to it and graciously handed out ginger candy and barf bags.

Whales where ever you looked

Published on Oct, 2024

The very best excursion we have been on. Saw some fantastic whales and the team were brilliant . I had forgotten to do this simple review , until now when I was flicking back through the videos and pictures of whales fin flapping and breaching meters from us. .

Yes!!!!

Published on Oct, 2024

Very fun, friendly & educational! Great crew! We enjoyed all the information and the patience the crew had finding & following the whales leaving them plenty of space for safety. Highly recommend!

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