Getting Ready for Your Whale Watch
Ahead of time
- Check the schedule for the day and time you want to visit
- Make a reservation (strongly recommended) and buy your tickets
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure time
What to bring
- Comfortable rubber-soled shoes
- Jacket or sweater, even on a warm day
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses and hat
What we offer on board
- Full-service snack and concession bar
- Seats and tables inside the enclosed cabin areas
- Naturalists and educators to answer your questions
Whale watch overview
- Reservations strongly recommended
- Trips run for 3–4 hours
- Naturalists and educators onboard
- Full-service snack and concession bars
- Handicap-accessible main deck
- Leaves from the New England Aquarium dock
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