Yesterday's weather was made even more perfect while enjoying a whale watch with Captain John out…read moreof Plymouth MA. We journeyed out to Stellwagen Bank and saw 30 WHALES, dolphins and grey seals! It was an exceptional day for viewing these amazing creatures. I would like to highlight our tour guide and narrator, Lindsay who is a naturalist and someone whose passion, expertise and knowledge was palpable. She is articulate and personable combining just the right amount of enthusiasm and humor throughout the trip. You could feel not only her energy but her authentic respect and devotion to educating others about these giants of the ocean. I feel blessed everyday that I get to live near the ocean here in Massachusetts and to know these amazing mammals live and breathe in our waters. Thank you to Lindsay and the entire Crew on Captain John's Whale Watch!

The return trip from Provincetown on 7/18/26 was unacceptable and genuinely unsafe. I've spent…read moreyears in the boating industry, and what I witnessed was not a matter of "rough seas" -- it was a matter of poor judgment and improper vessel handling. The captain maintained a speed completely inappropriate for the sea state, causing violent hull slamming for nearly the entire crossing. Passengers were being thrown around, hanging onto tables just to stay upright. Several people were vomiting. This went on for an hour. At multiple points, the impact force was strong enough that injuries could easily have occurred and may have. With roughly 100 passengers aboard, this was not just uncomfortable -- it was dangerous. They better hope lawsuits do not come their way. The weather and wave conditions were fully predictable well before departure. Any competent operator would have known to reduce speed, adjust heading, or delay the trip. Instead, the captain chose to plow through steep chop at high speed, ignoring basic seamanship principles and putting everyone at unnecessary risk. To make matters worse, the crew announcer praised the captain afterward and asked for tips, while many passengers were shaken and demanding refunds. The disconnect between the crew's messaging and the reality of the situation was astonishing. This was not an unavoidable rough ride -- it was the result of reckless decision‑making. The captain's handling of the vessel was unacceptable, and the company should be held accountable for allowing a trip to be run in such a manner. Captain Johns needs to re-evaluate their quality control and training protocols.

Top notch experience. Finally got to see humpback whales up close & person... well as close as is…read morefor me & the whales. The vessel can really move fast on the way to the Stellwagen Bank marine sanctuary & the whales. The boat uses water jet propulsion "like a giant jet ski" to avoid harming marine life. The captain skilfully steered the vessel with great consideration for the whales. I thought we'd see one or two whales. But we saw many more. The captain announced where the passengers could see the whales as they surfaced. To give passengers a chance to see the whales, the captain gently turned the boat. Ben, an onboard naturalist, came by and offered information about the whales. He had a set of photos of whale flukes and explained how they identify individual whales. Markings are like fingerprints. Fascinating. Highly recommended this whale watching cruise.

Everything about this tour was EXCELLENT!! We saw so many whales it was amazing. We also had one of…read morethe workers explain to us all about the whales and their names. Very large boat with indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to sit outdoors so we wouldn't miss anything. So glad we did. They turn the boat around so you can see the whales from both sides of the boat. Whole experience is about 4- hours total. They also sell food, refreshments, snacks & alcohol. This was my first time seeing the whales up close and personal. I've seen them at sea world but this was different. Enjoyed every bit of it. If you don't mind mind your hair blowing in the wind. I highly recommend the outdoor seating hold on to your hats because this boat moves pretty fast!! Highly recommend :)

Had an excellent time. I know there are a lot of complaints about trying to see, but yea it's a…read morewhale watch with probably 200 people. Luckily everybody on my boat was willing to move around so people could see. I wasn't right up against an edge but I still got to see plenty and had amazing views. The staff is wonderful, they even come around with whale artifacts on the way back, and do plenty of explaining while the whales are jumping out of the water.

We took the boat to Salem from Long Warf. The boat was pretty fast and we appreciated the…read morehistorical knowledge we heard on board. So much history in this area!! On the ride back (last ship at 7) we were dazzled by a gorgeous sunset over Boston. We upgraded to the trolley because we were excited about being able to jump on and off, however we were told they no longer did that and they were shuttling people to weddings. We took the tour around the island, which was okay. It did give us an idea on what we would want to walk back to afterward, but it wasn't worth the extra money.

Absolutely wonderful adventure while visiting MA. BlueWater did not disappoint!! We saw seals,…read moredolphins and whales!! Our Captain was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and personable. The boat was incredibly comfortable and clean. All safety has already been thought of for all ages. We were a group aged 7-49 and everyone was thought of and accommodated, including our service animal. We will be booking with only BlueWater Entertainment each year we come

We had a great experience with our captain. He was on time, friendly, the boat was in good shape…read moreand most importantly, he knew where to find the whales. I also thought he gave us a fair price unlike the others that I reached out to on the Cape.

6-26-2026. 10 o'clock cruise. My first whale watching tour ever! The marine naturalists took us…read moreto a perfect humpback feeding ground. Within an hour we were watching a mother & calf. Thomas was narrating on the microphone & describing their behavior. He was excited at the calf's tail breaching and also noted that its pectoral fin was slapping the surface, too. During our first observation, Thomas said that just like us humans, the baby whales, or calves, seem to have a lot more energy than the adults. The joy in his voice as he narrated throughout our tour was evidence of how much he loved them, and his job. James was amazing also, & looked at some of my phone photos with me as I showed him a tail shot. The entire crew gave all of us tourists a perfect experience!!

Drove 2 hours to Boston to take a make-up whale watching tour and stood in the blazing sun for…read moreanother hour just to be told our make-up 2:00 tour was canceled!! The kid told us there were boats leaving at 3 and 4 and to go to the city tours booth and reschedule. Of course when we got to the window the lady there said both of those times were fully booked!! We got a refund and learned a lesson. DON'T USE CITY TOURS AGAIN! Now we're off to find things to do in beantown... Rating a one because they don't offer a zero

We had an absolutely amazing day out on the water with Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch in Provincetown…read more Our tour guide, Sophie, made the entire experience unforgettable. She was incredibly knowledgeable, full of energy, and genuinely passionate about whales and nature. You could tell this is more than just a job for her. She even had a whale tattoo on her leg, which made her love for these incredible animals even more authentic. We learned so much from her, and it was refreshing to have a guide so excited to share her knowledge. She kept pointing out the whales as they surfaced, and her timing was perfect, just when you thought the action had moved on, she would spot another humpback breaching or lifting its tail before diving back down. If you can, try to get on one of Sophie's tours. I've been on whale watching tours before, but I have never seen anything like this. Our four kids were beyond excited as we saw what felt like 40 to 60 humpback whales. The boat ride itself was fantastic, with the salty spray in the air and everyone crowding the rails every time a whale came up close. It was one of the most incredible wildlife experiences we have ever had. At first, I thought the tour was a little pricey, but as my son said, "Dad, this was worth every dollar. You should have paid more." He was right. We happily tipped Sophie and the crew on our way out because they absolutely earned it. If you are visiting Provincetown, do not miss this experience. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and I would recommend it to anyone.

I've been on two w whale watches in last two years. My first experience in 2024 was amazing with…read moreprivilege of viewing multiple whales breaches. We also viewed at least a dozen whales on voyage. They have a whale specialist to identify and provide more detail on the various species. Great for kids. The second trip in 2025 did not have as many opportunities to view a whales but they went out of their way to locate whales. Boat is very comfortable and offers food and beverages. Alcoholic if interested.

We had so much fun. We saw a bunch of whales. The captain was great about making sure both sides of…read morethe boat could see but you are encouraged to get up and move around to see the whales. The crew is very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the whales and different marine concepts. It was obvious that crew loves what they do and are passionate about ocean conservation. I highly recommend going on these tours.

This was my second trip with Cape Ann Whale Watch, and somehow it was just as impressive as the…read morefirst. You'd think after seeing whales once the novelty would wear off. Turns out it doesn't when you're surrounded by that many of them. We saw more whales than I could count, and I learned far more than I'll ever be able to remember. Our guide, Tina, has over 30 years of experience, and it shows. She wasn't just rattling off facts from a script. She was genuinely passionate, engaging, and had a way of making every sighting feel like the most exciting one of the day. I talked with her for a minute after the tour, and she was every bit as genuine off the microphone as she was on it. You could tell she sincerely appreciated everyone who came out. The trip ran a little over three hours, and I never once found myself checking the time. Between the whales, the scenery, and Tina's commentary, the whole experience kept my attention from beginning to end. One thing I wasn't expecting was the gift shop. Usually places like this charge "you're already here" prices, but everything was surprisingly reasonable, and there was a good variety for kids and adults alike. If you're anywhere near Gloucester and even remotely considering a whale watch, stop considering it and just book the trip. It's one of those experiences that's every bit as good the second time around.