Since 1979, the whalewatching pioneers of cape ann whale watch have escorted more than three quarters of a million spectators fascinated by the oceans magnificent leviathans on three to four hour treks 15 off the coast of gloucester ma. Anchored by the city of gloucester, the nexus of the local fishing industry, other towns on cape ann include rockport, at the tip of the cape, and the towns of essex and manchesterbythesea, which are located where cape ann joins the mainland local culture. Watch the worlds gentle giants of the deep frolic in waters of walker bay. You can see how it has been built and photos can be viewed on our facebook page. Whale watching tours in gloucester, ma cape anns marina resort. May 01, 2020 whale watcher is a stateoftheart, highspeed, waterjet driven ship thats designed and built especially for whale watching. In warmer months, many species of whales including humpback, finback, right, and minke whales migrate to rich feeding grounds off the new england coast to dine on mackerel, herring, krill and other schooling fish. Many people feel the difference between us and other whale watch companies is first of all our vessel. Cape ann whale watch has announced may 16 2020 as its updated season opening, a newly designated date to adapt to covid concerns.
Visiting cape ann accommodations whale watch tours. One whale watching trip for one or two adults from 7 seas whale watch up to 40% off. Wedged between the mountain and the sea, the quaint hamlet of hermanus has been rated by the world wildlife fund wwf as one of the twelve best whale watching locations in the world, and it is often regarded as the heart of the whale route. Cape ann whale watch in gloucester, massachusetts provides guaranteed whale sightings for every whale watching tour out to stellwagen bank, a national marine preserve about 12 miles off the coast of gloucester deemed one of the top 5 whale watching destinations in the world by the world wildlife fund due to the wide. Due to the high demand in the spring and fall season we ask that you get your service requirements to us as soon as you can. We started with a little humpback that surfaced near the boat a couple times.
The 2019 season brings excitement with our brand new vessel the dolphin xi built exclusively for whale watching. Please view our sightings guarantee below for details. Cape ann whale watch 415 main st, gloucester, massachusetts 01930 rated 4. There are many beaches, parks and reservation lands along the north shore that are considered bird watching hot spots. Booking a whale watching tour with captain johns experienced captains who have been in in business since 1946 and offering whale watching tours since the 1970s will almost guarantee youll learn new things and have an exciting experience. See the whales on the largest, fastest, most comfortable whale watch boat in massachusetts, north of boston. Aug 08, 2015 my daughter captured this video on her iphone yesterday when we went on a cape ann whale watch out of gloucester, ma. Whale watching is mostly a recreational activity cf. Not strictly true, as the cape whale route stretches for over 900 kilometres, from doringbaai on the west coast, all the way to storms river mouth on the garden route. The highlight of the day was watching satula approach and play in a patch of seaweed on the surface of the water.
Here are some of our ideas for whale watching between august and november. View the schedule of tours for the largest, fastest, most comfortable whale watch boat in massachusetts, north of boston. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, enjoyed by millions of people around the world every year. This one of a kind sea safari features views of historic sites along the way as your guide shares interesting facts about marine life and his years of experience and. Photo by susan cole kelly planning your upcoming holiday getaway. Whales are watched most commonly for recreation like bird watching but the activity can also serve scientific or educational purposes. My daughter captured this video on her iphone yesterday when we went on a cape ann whale watch out of gloucester, ma. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins cetaceans in their natural habitat. Cape ann whale watch coupons 60% off whale watching arts. Whale watching cape anns marina resort gloucester, ma.
Cape ann whale watch tour classes boston coursehorse. Cape ann whale watch a gloucester and boston ma area. Cape ann whale watch in gloucester, massachusetts provides guaranteed whale sightings for every whale watching tour out to stellwagen bank, a national marine preserve about 12 miles off the coast of gloucester deemed one of the top 5 whale watching destinations in the world by the world wildlife fund due to the. Whale watching season in hermanus cape towns unique no. Watch as whales come within metres of the shores, and join in on the festivities of the annual hermanus whale festival this year held on.
The dolphin xi is built with the newest ecofriendly technology, electronic equipment and other attributes. Follow the sighting trends and changes throughout the season at our web site under current sightings reports. Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off participants get the opportunity embark on a unique sightseeing adventure to watch whales in their natural habitat. Most of them do so on the schooner or with cape ann whale watch. Cape ann is a region of massachusetts north shore north of boston that consists of 4 towns. Cape ann whale watch naturalists onboard your whale watch will help our see and recognize. About cape ann whale watch since 1979, the whale watching pioneers of cape ann whale watch have escorted more than three quarters of a million spectators fascinated by the oceans magnificent leviathans on three to four hour treks 15 off the coast of gloucester ma. Jul 02, 2015 day on the water with cape ann whale watch.
Call 18008775110 for reservations or book online whale sightings are guaranteed click here for our new web site you should have high speed internet for this great site. Paid tour boats are common but often times whales can be seen from shore or personal watercraft. The ocean waters off new england offer one of the best places in the world for a whale watch tour. Even on a hot day, bring a sweater or light jacket. Gloucester is the largest town on cape ann and the epicenter for the regions fishing industry.
Our whale watch general last 3 to 4 hours and are available mornings and afternoons. Hermanus about two hours outside of cape town along the garden route, hermanus is famous for its whale watching. The next whale we saw was a minke whale that breached about 10 times as we approached. If you are looking for some great whale watching in gloucester then cape ann whale watch is the best choice. Its a goodsized vessel measuring in at feet in total length, with comfy interior cabins, a wellstocked galley, and outdoor decks for upclose viewing.
Whale spotted off shore in cape may nj during the fall season the cape may whale watcher offers three cruises daily starting from a sunny 10. Essex, manchester or manchesterbythesea, gloucester, and rockport. We are committed to make your boating experience a pleasure, and hassle free. Sep 18, 2017 hermanus, the whale capital, was ranked in the top 12 whale watching locations in the world by the world wildlife fund. At the end of cape ann, and splitting gloucester into two parts, is the annisquam river. Only a two hour drive from cape town, this little town is the heart of the whale route. You may catch a glimpse of one of these gentle giants breaching out of the ocean while you enjoy lunch in kalk bay, take a stroll on camps. Whale and dolphin watching in cape may, nj during the fall. Gloucester whale watching deals in gloucester, ma groupon. This was the most whales we have seen on any one trip in the whole season. Appropriate clothing remember that a 7 seas whale watch is a nature trip out into the north atlantic to see animals in the wild. Traverse the beautiful rocky cape along the atlantic ocean and immerse yourself in seaside views dotted with historic lighthouses, beaches, classic new england architecture, hospitality and freshofftheboat seafood.
Every year from around august until late november, southern right whales come into the bays across the capes coastlines to breed and calve. Best time for whale watching in south africa rhino africa. Our boat offers large, enclosed, heated cabins, squeaky clean restrooms, and a full galley. You can check their webpage here or check their facebook page for additional details. Cape ann whale watch, through with the ocean alliance ceta program cetacean education through awareness, is the only whale watch company in the northeast to feature a comprehensive. Whales, minke whales, northern right whales, pilot whales, northern right whales, sperm whales, sei whales, blue whales the largest whales sometimes seen around gloucester ma, fin whales, atlantic white sided dolphins, harbor porpoises and a variety of. This is a behavior called kelping, and has only been seen a small handful of times by crew members who have been with cape ann whale watch for more than ten. Cape ann whale watch is one of cbss top 5 american whalewatching tours. The fictional gloucester island in 1966 cold war comedy film the russians are coming, the russians are coming is located off cape ann and was named for the city of gloucester. For 35 years and counting cape ann whale watch has brought tourists whale watching where they will. Best gloucester whale watching whale watching tours. All marine service requests, sales inquires are being handled in the order that they are received when time allows for our limited staff to.
Only three hours out of cape town, explore the beautiful, diverse and fynbosfilled. Cape ann whale watch in gloucester, massachusetts provides guaranteed whale sightings for every whale watching tour out to stellwagen bank, a national marine preserve about 12 miles off the coast of gloucester deemed one of the top 5 whale watching destinations in the world by the world wildlife fund due to the wide variety of whale species whom migrate to the coast of gloucester. Gloucester, ma 01930 800 8775110 click here for prices. Cape ann whale watch is the area leader in educational whale watching tourshaving conducted whale watching trips from gloucester, ma for over 34 years. Finally, we get to go whale watching there were so many whales on our first trip. Along the cape whale coast the area between rooiels pringle bay and pearly beach.
We are closest to the whales and do a sophisticated job of teaching our passengers about the whales, their environment, and the importance of preserving the ocean. Miss cape ann we are proud to take you on our 100 foot miss cape ann. Cape ann is also featured as the setting for the harry chapin song dogtown, which is also the name for an abandoned town on the cape. In gloucester we have some of the best whale watch companies in the world. Now that you understand a bit more about the whales, where are the best places to see them during whale season. Tim richards visits the massachusetts town of gloucester which suffered great tragedy in 1991 and is now becoming famous following the release of george clooneys latest film the perfect storm. Each customer receives one adult ticket valid for any whalewatching trip during the 2015 season, beginning on april 19. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Call 18008775110 for reservations or book online whale sightings are guaranteed click here for our new web siteyou should have high speed internet for this great site the tall ship are coming to boston 7879 click here for more information. Visiting cape ann accommodations boston area whale. New england whale watch tours discover new england.
Then we saw a humpback named chevron first seen in 2004 breaching and flippe r slapping. Gloucester, ma three day weather forecast accuweather. Cape ann whale watch in gloucester, massachusetts provides guaranteed whale sightings for every whale watching tour out to stellwagen bank, a national marine preserve about 12 miles off the coast of gloucester deemed one of the top 5 whale watching destinations in the world by the world wildlife fund due to the wide variety. Cape ann whale watch coupons 60% off whale watching. Whale and dolphin watching in cape may, nj during the fall season. Earning them a spot on the top 5 american whale watching tours by joshua horwitz, author of war of the whales. A study prepared for international fund for animal welfare in 2009 estimated that million people went whale watching globally in 2008. Whale watching tour gloucesters most popular whale watch. Although dates depend on the weather, the whalewatching season typically runs through october. Cape ann is chock full of events that will make your heart sing and your soul. Cape ann whale watch is the area whale watching leader.
Whale watching in the western cape south africa travel news. This state of the art vessel was custom designed for whale watching and offers a safe, smooth ride, plenty of viewing space and ample seating for all. Gloucester whale watch in gloucester massachusetts. The team is very enthusiastic about whale watching and surely they will give you a memorable experience. Call 18008775110 to make a reservation cape ann whale watch is the area leader in educational whale watching tourshaving conducted whale watching trips from gloucester, ma for over 34 years. Because cape ann is so close to the feeding grounds, the whale watch boats reach the whales faster than from other ports, allowing you more time to view these gentle giants. But this portion of the coastline, which includes the towns of kleinmond, hermanus. Enjoy a cruise aboard the hurricane ii and hang overboard with your pup, watching. The cape may whale watcher offers three cruises daily starting from a sunny 10. The whale watching season begins around april and ends in october, and here are a few hints on how to enjoy your trip. Whale watcher is a stateoftheart, highspeed, waterjet driven ship thats designed and built especially for whale watching.
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