Private 1-hour Shark Center tour with interactive exhibits and time to self-explore
1 Hour
Up to 10 people
Admission, private tour, parking
Explore the AWSC Shark Center in Chatham on a 60-minute private guided tour for your group. Learn about white shark research through exhibits, videos, and displays, with time to browse the gift shop.
Food and drinks are not allowed throughout the exhibit hall. All ages are welcome; youth must be accompanied by an adult.
All tickets are non refundable. No-shows will be charged the full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Your private group is limited to 6 or 10 people, depending on the ticket you selected. Everyone counts toward the total, including newborns, infants, and toddlers.
Yes. Any additional visitors beyond the first 10 cost an extra $10 per person.
Yes. All ages are welcome, but youth and younger guests must be accompanied by an adult.
Shark Center Chatham
This nonprofit shark conservation center runs as a compact, self-guided experience where knowledgeable volunteers and staff are stationed throughout to answer questions and share their enthusiasm for shark research. Visitors consistently praise how friendly and informative the team is, clearly passionate about their conservation mission. The exhibits cover local shark populations with interactive elements like a sand table that demonstrates feeding patterns, plus there's a popular outdoor activity where kids can dig for real shark teeth and have them turned into necklaces for a small additional fee. It's a quick visit rather than an all-day attraction, but most find it worthwhile for the educational value and the chance to support active shark research. Advanced reservations are recommended since they do enforce closing times strictly. The gift shop offers quality shark-themed items, with purchases supporting ongoing conservation work. Perfect for families wanting to learn about Cape Cod's shark ecosystem while contributing to a good cause.
Amazing place and amazing workers & volunteers. Great cause to support!
Kurt Falter
September 4, 2025
Amazing place and amazing workers & volunteers. Great cause to support!
Kurt Falter
September 4, 2025