How long is the whale watch trip? Our whale watch trips are typically 3-4 hours. The variability depends on how far we may need to travel to see whales and weather conditions; this is at the discretion of the captain.
Where do I pick up my ticket and check-in? If you purchased your tickets online, that is also your boarding pass! You can get in line to board and present your printed ticket or QR coded ticket that was sent to your e-mail to scan. If you do not have your print out, tickets are available for pick-up in our office in Lopes Square (307 Commercial Street, Provincetown) or at our ticket booth on MacMillan Pier. Upon arrival, give them your last name and Booking Confirmation number.
When should I arrive for my whale watch? Parking can be difficult. We suggest our guests arrive around an hour prior to trip time. This will allow you time to check-in or get your boarding pass. On holidays and during special events, even more time may be needed to allow for traffic congestion and to secure a parking spot.
What should I bring? We suggest you bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a jacket, flat shoes with traction, binoculars, and a camera.
What is the best time to see the whales? The whales are here from April until the end of October to feed. Our sighting percentage is very high regardless of the time of day or month! See our sighting guarantee! Each whale watch is a unique experience and the best time to see the whales is the time that works best with your schedule!
Do you guarantee that I will see a whale? We GUARANTEE whale sightings! In the unlikely event of no whale sightings on a regular trip, all paying passengers will receive a PASS for a future trip (NOT a refund). Passes are not issued to schools or groups.
Will I get seasick? Some people get seasick easily, and some never do. If you think you might be prone to seasickness, you may want to look into taking a motion sickness pill before boarding. We also have motion sickness pills available at our snack bar. Some natural remedies are candied ginger, gingersnaps, pretzels, saltines, ginger ale, and coke. If you find yourself seasick on the vessel, try staying outside and look out at the horizon.
Can I bring my own food and drinks onboard? Our galley has a full selection of food, beverages and snacks. The snack bar also serves alcoholic beverages that include beer, wine and mixed drinks. You may bring food onboard but are not allowed to bring any type of alcoholic beverages. For security and safety reasons we do not allow coolers. The one exception is for infant needs. Please note the galley is CASH ONLY.
Do you take credit cards onboard? No. As we venture offshore we do not have the ability to use credit cards. There is ATM’s in our ticket office and also in the green booth on the pier.
Where should I park? We do not provide parking. The closest parking lot to the boat is at MacMillan Wharf.
Fisherman’s Wharf – Opposite MacMillan Wharf, to the right of the municipal lot is private parking at Fisherman’s Wharf.
Riley’s Parking – 132 Bradford Street. Just as you enter town. beside CVS Around a seven-minute walk.
Grace Hall Parking Area – Bradford and Prince Street (behind the high school).
How should I dress? It is always 10-15 degrees cooler on the water than it is onshore. We recommend that folks dress in layers, and even in the middle of summer folks will probably need a light windbreaker or sweatshirt. We also recommend rubber-soled shoes (sneakers) or shoes with good traction. Bring sunscreen and sunglasses. Hats are fine but be aware they can easily blow away in the wind so hold onto your hats.
Can I bring a stroller on board? Yes, as long as it is not a double-wide stroller. You may have to fold it while boarding the vessel, but there is usually space inside the cabin for strollers.
Are the boats wheelchair accessible? While we are not fully handicap accessible, we do make accommodations for manual wheelchairs and walkers. Please note that electric wheelchairs are too wide and are not permitted onboard. We have a wheelchair we can use to assist down the ramp and onto the boat. Please arrive early and the crew will be happy to assist with pre-boarding.
Can I cancel or change my reservation? Yes! We are happy to change your reservation if needed, at no cost or penalty to you. If you need to cancel please do so 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
What will the weather be like? Give us a call! We can look up the marine and local forecasts.
Do you go out in the rain? Yes, we operate rain or shine! Trip cancellations are typically based on wind and wave conditions. We still go out if it is raining as long as the conditions are safe. If your trip is canceled due to inclement weather or sea conditions a full refund will be issued if you are unable to reschedule your trip.
Is there a bathroom? Yes, there are at least two restrooms on each of our vessels. Please note that the restroom and main cabin are not handicap accessible from a wheelchair.