Whale Watching in Boston, Massachusetts
Amongst the slew of activities in Boston's busy harbor, whale watching is extremely popular among tourists. For a price, companies will shuttle you out to the ocean to observe these regal creatures. Many companies will also have professional marine biologists or naturalists on board to serve as educational guides.
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Types of Whales
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Commonly sighted whales in Boston, Massachusetts include the humpback, minke, finback and the white-sided dolphin. The humpback averages 50 feet and 37 tons; the minkes are sleek and small; the finback can reach 70 feet and 50 tons, and the white-sided dolphin are frequently seen in groups of 10 to 15.
Massachusetts Bay Lines
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Massachusetts Bay Lines offers one whale watching cruise each weekday and two vessels on the weekends. Passengers are shuttled to Stellwagen Bank, located 25 miles east of Boston. The tours last four hours and are accompanied by professional marine biologists.
Massachusetts Bay Lines
60 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
617-542-8000
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New England Aquarium
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The New England Aquarium offers cruises to Stellwagen Bank aboard the Voyager III, a high-speed catamaran. The three- to four-hour cruise guarantees whale sightings.
New England Aquarium
617-973-5206
neaq.org
Boston Harbar Cruises
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Boston Harbor Cruises offers whale watching opportunities from their two 400-passenger catamarans. The vessels feature three outdoor viewing decks, as well as climate controlled cabins with free Wi-Fi and a snack bar.
Boston Harbor Cruises
One Long Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
617-227-4321
bostonharborcruises.com
Yankee Fleet
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Yankee Fleet operates whale watching cruises out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, located 30 miles north of Boston. Yankee Fleet staff are naturalists and researchers on board the vessels to impart their extensive knowledge to passengers.
Yankee Fleet
25 Rogers St.
Gloucester, MA 01930
800-942-5464
yankeefleet.com
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References
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