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    Newburyport 4-Hour Whale Watch Cruise

    Spot whales and dolphins with expert narration on the Atlantic Ocean

    4.7 stars• 233 reviews

    Duration

    4 Hours

    Includes

    4-hour whale watch, narration

    Highlights

    Explore the Atlantic Ocean with narrated guidance as you look for whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Whale locations vary, so travel time to viewing grounds can range from 30 minutes to 2 hours.

    • Look for minke, fin and humpback whales, plus dolphins
    • Learn from experienced guides throughout the voyage
    • Relax in a heated cabin with booth seating and restrooms
    • Choose breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages from the onboard galley
    • Prepare for temperatures 10–15 degrees cooler on the water with a jacket or rain gear

    Important details

    • Arrive at least 60 minutes before departure; boarding begins 30 minutes before and gates close 5 minutes before departure
    • Personal alcohol is not allowed onboard
    • Bring valid ID to purchase alcohol; Massachusetts legal drinking age required
    • Electric wheelchairs are not permitted due to size; manual wheelchairs can access the pier and ramp
    • Bring valid ID if using a Military, AAA or Teacher ticket

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 72 hours before departure. No refunds are given for cancellations within 72 hours of departure. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: BSTXXE

    FAQs

    Bring outside food on the whale watch, but leave coolers behind unless they are needed for an infant.

    Consider motion-sickness medication. For best results, take one dose the night before and another on the morning of your trip.

    Illegal drugs, including marijuana, are not allowed on the vessel.

    Meeting details

    54 Merrimac Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

    Experience provided by Newburyport Whale Watch

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    Adult

    $74.20

    Ages 18+

    0

    Senior

    $63.60

    Ages 65+

    0

    Child

    $53

    Ages 3 to 17

    0

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    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
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    Travelers consistently rave about the entire experience here, from the friendly crew to the knowledgeable naturalists who can identify individual whales by name. The staff gets special shoutouts throughout reviews, with people mentioning crew members like Kaleigh, Charity, and Captain Chris who go above and beyond to make trips memorable. Multiple guests appreciated how the boat never feels overcrowded compared to Boston departures, giving everyone space to enjoy whale sightings without jockeying for position. The onboard food and drink selection surprises people in a good way, with reasonable prices and quality that exceeds typical tourist boat fare. Whale sightings seem reliably frequent, with most trips spotting multiple humpbacks, plus bonus encounters with dolphins, seals, and other marine life. The naturalists provide engaging commentary and often circulate afterward for personal Q&A sessions, making it both fun and educational. One reviewer noted a minor disappointment when the captain chose to follow a distant whale rather than staying with three nearby ones, but this was an isolated concern. The booking process runs smoothly, and their practical tips about bringing layers prove genuinely helpful since it gets noticeably cooler offshore. Several guests mentioned returning year after year or planning immediate return trips.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Simple to book, easy to find. Staff was awesome. You want a solid whale watch tour, go with this one. We saw two whales feeding for a long time and we got pretty darn close to them. The woman on the mic told us everything we wanted to know about what was going on around us. All around a great time. Don’t look further than this one.

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    Harrison

    Verified

    August 24, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Simple to book, easy to find. Staff was awesome. You want a solid whale watch tour, go with this one. We saw two whales feeding for a long time and we got pretty darn close to them. The woman on the mic told us everything we wanted to know about what was going on around us. All around a great time. Don’t look further than this one.

    H

    Harrison

    Verified

    August 24, 2026

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