Dolphin Fleer whale watch was an awesome experience!! The crew on board was very skilled to get us close to whales but kept us far enough away as to not disturb them. Doc ?? On board also who was a wealth of knowledge detailing whales we encountered, their tendencies and so much more. We had a fantastic time. Only down side is the amount of people make it hard to get good views sometimes. Still recommend completely! read more

Dolphin Fleet - Boat Charters Near Me - Provincetown, Massachusetts

Our family of three (two adults, one 5 year old) had the most amazing experience we could possibly imagine. We are long time Cape people and now that our daughter is getting older, really wanted to take her out on the water this summer. however, we were nervous to do a full whale watching day as her first time out since we didn't know how she'd be on the water. We cannot stress enough how amazing the 10:30 am Scenic Tour was!!!! It was 90 minutes, perfect for young kids. We saw seals, lighthouses, cormorants, and as a serious surprise, Whales! The captain, Jon the tour education, and everyone on board were amazing and all stars talking to our daughter. It was a magical morning and I would HIGHLY recommend this new addition tour option to all, but especially those with young families Snacks, bathrooms, and ample seating (including shade spots) on board. read more

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So fun!! Highly recommend!! we had a fantastic time. We saw whales, dolphins and sunfish. We went on a rainy day. I wanna go back on a sunny day. read more

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We had an incredible time aboard the Dolphin Fleet Whale Watching excursion. The captain and naturalist were very familiar with the migration patterns of the humpback whales and this knowledge enabled them to locate a very large pod of humpbacks. We were delighted to see at least 17 different whales and some seals as well. All in all it was a great experience on the water. Definitely one of the best destinations in Ptown! read more

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Great atmosphere focused on safety and science! We saw whales, we learned how to identify them through the tail and had a great time! Perfect addition to our vacation. read more

This was an experience I'll never forget. At first when it was mentioned that you can go whale watching at the tip of Cape Cod, I wondered what even are the chances of seeing one. Dolphin Fleet had such a strong guarantee that you'll see one or your next ticket is 1% of what you paid for the first time during migration season (June - October). With such a guarantee, I decided to say yes to my partner's suggestion. The parking is pretty steep at Macmillan Pier at $4/hr, so if you can find flat rate parking for $10 about a half mile away, all the better. Onboard, there will not be seating for everyone, but if you're patient when everyone is along the ledge looking out for whales, you can catch a break. Our naturalist Carolyn was so engaging and she really knew her whale knowledge as well as her bird facts. We saw a few whales - A+ which is the mother of Munchkin (newborn whale this year), 3.14, and two other whales. Putter was the most memorable as he made a full breach only once during our trip. You had to be at "3:00" of the boat to see it and I'm so glad we were at the right spot at the right time. Not even the naturalists know why the whales fully breach, but it is most likely a communications thing. The waters were a bit choppy so if you get seasick, take Dramamine before you set sail. Bring cash if you want to buy any food on board! Highly recommend Dolphin fleet / whale watching in general if you're in Provincetown from June-October! It's worth every dollar. read more

Another perfect experience on Dolphin Fleet. Sure we had great whale activity but the professionalism and safety of the crew was superb. The boat was immaculate and food and refreshments were well handled. Online ticketing was flawless. There's absolutely nothing to be critical of. Great job every time with Dolphin Fleet. read more

AMAZING WHALE TOUR. We saw 20-25 whales and they were right up next to the boat. Really awesome experience - I'd highly recommend it! I didn't even want to do this, but my wife really wanted to... I'm really happy we went. read more

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I have never been on a Whale watch. This was great We saw so many humpbacks that it was pretty unbelievable read more

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What a fabulous day we had on the water with Captain Mark, tire guide and naturalist Sophie, and the rest of the crew. They went above and beyond to ensure a successful watch; we saw four whale species, three seal species, three basking sharks, and a couple dozen Atlantic white-sided dolphins. And then back on land, the shop stayed open for us after hours so we could buy hoodies. Super fun day for a special sisters' trip. read more

Just as our guide was managing expectations "we cannot guarantee whale sighting" we could see spouts galore surrounding us! The tour was great. The ship was clean, the guide was both informative and funny. Pretty much gobsmacked and would recommend Dolphin Fleet to everyone. We were on the 4 o'clock so even caught a bit of the setting sun. Why an absolutely lovely tour. read more

We saw a number of humpback whales. Enjoyed the information shared by the narrator including the names of the whales. Easy to buy tickets and board the same day. read more

Dolphin Fleet - Whale - Boat Charters Near Me - Provincetown, Massachusetts

I had a great experience going whale watching with Dolphin Fleet. Their online booking process was straightforward. They kept everyone on the boat safe and entertained, and we especially loved our naturalist who provided really excellent information and commentary about the animals and the area. We saw several whales and they make a point to stop, turn the boat around, and let everyone on board see! read more

Dolphin Fleet - Boat Charters Near Me - Provincetown, Massachusetts

Such an incredible trip and saw an unprecedented 20+ whales! We thought we'd be fighting for railing space when whales showed up but there was plenty of space and the adults let the kids in front of them so everyone was able to see perfectly! Much better views than my photos but too busy taking it in than getting the perfect shot. read more

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Cannot say enough great things about this tour! I was not expecting the whales to be this close to our boat. Very informative and makes the 3 hours worth every penny. Disclaimer waters can be choppy and cause you to get wet if you so outside. If you get sea sick vet easily I highly suggest Dramamine beforehand so it kicks in prior to. Also snack and refreshments available, cash only! read more

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I've had the good fortune to be a part of a number of whale watches over the years with a number of different organizations/companies and I truly believe that the Dolphin Fleet is the best. I believe that one or more of the Dolphin boats were the Portuguese Princess boats that operated out of the same slips years ago. In any event, it's a nice ~1 hour cruise out to Stellwagen bank and we started see whales upon our arrival both from a distance and so close that you were sprayed when they exhale and could smell their breath (really). We cruised around for an hour or so, saw a bunch of whales, and then headed back to town. Awesome, awesome trip that I'd highly recommend. read more

We go on s whale watch every few years while on Cape. Always use Dolphin Fleet. Use code WHALE when purchasing online for a $2 discount per ticket. (As of July 2019, adults are $53 each). Always book the last tour of the day. The captain will keep you out longer since he doesn't have to be back for the next tour. And you get to watch sunset from the open water while cruising back to port. Had s great cruise this week. Saw minke whales. Finback whales. And humpbacks. Saw humpbacks breaching. read more

So this was an amazing experience from beginning to end. The staff and crew were courteous, funny, and super knowledgeable so that was helpful. If you sit below and outside, it may be difficult to hear the narration but the views are amazing. We happened to go out on an afternoon that was not only super clear, sunny and bright but we had the best luck when it came to whale watching!!! For more than 45 minutes we were surrounded by whales...starboard, port, you name it!!! We saw whales feeding, whales breaching, and whales just chilling and it was amazing!!! The pictures don't do it justice and it was difficult to live in the minute and capture the moment so that was tricky BUT the GOOD news is that you can buy a video or download for a nominal fee from "In The Wild Productions" and the quality is fantastic!!! This way you can just enjoy the whales, the scenery, and the company and review the experience again and again from the comfort of your own home and without having to worry about being splashed! Oh and they have a full bar and snacks available though if you are prone to motion sickness you may not want to indulge. If you're like me they have fun warm adult beverages like Hot White Russians and other yummy treats!!! Overall, an amazing experience. Granted it will depend on the day and time of your tour but it should be well worth it!!! read more

This was probably the best whale watching tour I have ever been on. I have been whale watching in Alaska, Hawaii, and now Cape Cod. Dolphin Fleet had the best variety and closest encounters (while still staying a safe distance away from the whales). I assumed we were going to have to head out to sea for miles in hopes of seeing a few whales, but right off Provincetown we saw tons. In all, we saw grey seals, humpback whales, minke whales, fin whales, and dolphins. The crew was nice and informative as well. I highly recommend taking a tour with Dolphin Fleet next time you're on The Cape. read more

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Went on my first whale watch off the docks of P-Town in more than 30 years and this one did not disappoint. My family's first whale watch and they were thrilled. The staff put on a great presentation about different kinds of whales and all kinds of information about them on the way out to sea, then described what was going on when the whales appeared. So cool to see this again. We saw a few dolphins as well. On the way back, they recapped the whales we saw and it was just a really great experience for all of us. Would definitely go again! read more

This fleet is amazing. We seen multiple whales and dolphins! The crew was great! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and with a side of a comedic personality. We loved this entire experience. It was epic. read more

I'd like to start off my review by saying the captain ROCKS! Why? Well here goes...my friends and I got stuck in traffic coming up from S. Harwich. It was 4:56PM and we weren't at the dock yet for our 5PM whale watching tour. We ran as fast as we could to get to the dock and pleaded with the girl at the ticket counter to let us onto the boat. She was a complete bi*ch and pretty much told us that she couldn't help us. The boat was still at the dock and the captain saw us there looking miserable/sad and he told her to let us on! What a sweetheart!! So onto the experience...I almost cried. The whales are so beautiful, you can hear them and feel them under the boat. We saw so many whales; the guide said she's never seen so many at one time before. The boat was filled with people's Oooohs and Aaahhs as the whales came up right to the boat. If you get on the 5PM boat you'll also catch the sunset which is a great bonus. Definitely recommended. read more

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We were staying in Boston and wanted to go whale watching but read the leaving from Boston .. they go to the same spots as Provincetown Ma but they have to go farther. So they have to go faster and it's a bumper ... ride which had a lot of people puking. My husband has a issue with that so we drove to Provincetown and went with Dolphin fleet. Only one person got sick but they puked right on a baby stroller with baby in it. it was chilly so bring a jacket. We stayed up top for the view but when down after it got to going fast. One the first part of the trip you see a few lighthouses so have your camera ready. We didn't see any whales breach but saw some tails and noses. read more

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5/5. Went with wife and two kids. Fun times, naturalist on board did an exceptional job explaining everything from local history, geography, and of course the wildlife. Pays to arrive early. I went on a beautiful day and it was a great time. I will definitely return with my family in the future. read more

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We had a great time on our whale watch! We saw whales, dolphins, seals, and one jelly fish. I loved how the crew recognized some whales and were table to tell you their names and story. They have a recap at the end so you remember what creatures you saw. Bring your binoculars! read more

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We went out on the whale watch when it was storming and it was a wild adventure! Even though it was extremely rough seas, they kept us safe and made sure everyone was following the rules, etc. We saw two whales and it was an amazing experience. Highly recommend! read more

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My sister, her husband, my girlfriend and I embarked from Provincetown on the Dolphin fleet whale watch boat in September of 2019. It was piloted by the amazing Captain John, who was a great teacher and storyteller on the boat's journeys to the waters of Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. We found the marine sanctuary to be teeming with humpback whales, baby whales, and dolphins, all of which were feeding before sunset (the golden hour), a few days before the equinox. This whale watch trip made me feel really thankful that we have this protected area of the ocean, an amazing place to visit. Protecting the ocean from human beings will become a trend in my lifetime, I hope. Sending a big thank you to the captain, crew and all at Dolphin Fleet for an astonishing whale watch, and for the work you all do which helps to protect the oceans, and our friends the whales therein. read more

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Excellent experience. We saw at least three-four different whales multiple times and also got a very close encounter with an ocean sunfish. The guide was friendly and very informative. The staff was great. Best of all- they are VERY DOG FRIENDLY. They welcomed our black lab on the excursion who had the best time ever. They do request that reservations made for patrons with dogs call the business directly and not book online so they can place your group on the most appropriate boat. Can't wait to go again next season. read more

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Very relaxing experience. Saw 2 whales and a lot of beautiful blue ocean water. If you're like me and get sea-sick quick, I recommend taking motion sickness medication. It helps a lot. The crew was kind and made a great effort to get us up and close to the whales. read more

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Thought this was a good whale watch tour, but with a few minor drawbacks. First, the good: 1. Boat left right on time and was a nice-sized craft with plenty of room on top and sides for viewing the whales, and also large enough to smooth out the rougher seas. 2. Whale guide was extremely knowledgeable about whales, not just in the local area, but also with the biology and migration pattern of the whales. These guys are real scientists, not just tour guides! 3. Boat captain was excellent at maneuvering the ship around to get right next to the whales and all the boat crew were very professional and courteous. 4. Front desk personnel were very accommodating and friendly. We had to change our tour time from 12pm to 1:30pm and they did it with no problem whatsoever. I was afraid they'd say no and we'd lose our money, but they were very cool about it. 5. Price was fair ($44 with a $2 coupon), given the amount of fuel and time they use on the tour. Here are the drawbacks: 1. The speaker system on these boats should be updated with more speakers added, because if you're on the bottom deck, you can only hear the guide in certain areas and in certain seats. In the seats we were in, in the middle of the boat, we couldn't hear anything. 2. The tour is a little long: 3-4 hours. I know that at times they have to go further out in the ocean, however, it does seem like they could cut it down to 2-3 hours and at the same time cut the cost of the tour cause of less fuel used. Because at the current 3-4 hours, it takes up a lot of your daylight time during day, and on a weekend-only trip, this is a lot of precious time. 3. Unless you get really lucky, you're only going to see the tops and backs of the whales, or maybe a dorsal or tail fin. Otherwise, if you were in a breeding area, like the Caribbean or Cabo San Lucas, you'd see the whales jumping almost completely out of the water, which is way much more fun to watch. As the water is colder in the Northeast and food is plentiful, the whales are stocking up on fish and conserving their energy for the long trip down to the Caribbean to breed, so they don't do much jumping. But once in the Caribbean where the water is warmer and they are trying to breed, they jump completely out of the water or do fin flapping to show off to potential mates. When the whales are in the Northeast, they're pretty boring to watch to be honest. But this isn't a fault of the tour operator, obviously. Overall, this is a good tour with some minor drawbacks, and Dolphin Fleet is an excellent tour operator, and you're almost guaranteed to see whales (albeit not much action from them as they don't do any acrobatics). So, if you don't think you'll ever make it to the Caribbean or Cabo to do whale watching, then this is the next best thing. read more

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So as a person who has been on a few whale watching excursions......this place delivers the most important thing that a whale watching trip should have.....WHALES!!!!! I saw more whales on this trip than I had on all the other trips in other locations combined. It was AMAZING!!!! Whales coming up all over by the boat, feeding, diving, flipping their enormous tails. Pictures were easy to get. Other bonuses that were offered: FULL BAR!!!!! (Bring cash.) Snacks (Bring cash) Motion sickness medication (Complimentary) Also they have knowledgable people to tell you everything you want to know and more about the whales you see. TIPS: Bring cash Wear warm clothing....no matter how warm it is on land you'll want warm clothes for the boat...especially if you do an evening tour. Take the motion sickness medication, unless you're absolutely positive you won't be sick. (There's always 1 puker on every trip.....don't let it be you.) read more

Good tour, we saw a lot of whales even a harbor seal ... We went out on the 10am sailing, Crew was professional and knowledge. We had a perfect day. It took about an hour to reach our destination, plenty of time to see the many whales. The captain slowly turned the boat so that everyone had a chance to see everything. The crew made announcements where to look throughout the tour. The boat felt over crowded, we had a party of six no place to sit for the ride to and from the area. My family was spread out. Passengers would hold seats for people in their party and put their belongings on the seats so no one can sit. The crew told me there was 265 passengers plus crew, Many people were pushing and bumping in to me just to get a look and photo of the whales. We were exhaust towards the end of the tour just from the rude and inconsiderate passengers. One large lady actually lost her footing as she was running from side to side slammed into me against the railing, got her picture and moved on. I did enjoy the trip but next time maybe I will do a smaller less crowded boat. read more

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Had a great time, on a great day, with a great boat. Lots of whales was the bonus. This boat is clean and comfortable. The guide was informative. I definitely recommend this if you happen to find yourself on Cape Cod in the summer. I will be back this year! read more

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My girlfriend and I had a great time whale watching. The total time was about 4 hours out in the ocean. We had a great view of the shore lines on the way out and the guide was very knowledgeable about whales with the different species we might see. Where their breeding/feeding grounds are. We saw about a dozen whales and some of which were 5 feet away from the boat. Those were the highlights of the cruise. There was 3 hours of daydreaming and sunbathing then that 1 hour of whale excitement. There are food and drinks on the lower deck, which in my opinion is very expensive......a plain burger with just cheese is about $7 what a rip off! The size of the Dolphin fleet was decent and carried a few hundred people but I also felt that there were to many cause we didn't have enough space to sit in different areas of the boat. They also need to upgrade the speaker system. We couldn't hear what the guide was saying over the loud motor noise near the back of boat. read more

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I have wanted to go on a whale watch my whole life and this was incredible. The ship is clean and fills up fast so if you have your heart set on a particular seat, get there when boarding opens. There are free motion sickness pills at the bar, I would recommend taking one. Once you arrive to the spot where the whales are it's a lot of bobbing up and down. I don't normally get sea sick, but the hour or so of just bobbing almost did me in. Oh, and the whales! We saw 7 (!!!) and 4 seals. The guide was very knowledgeable giving us fun facts about the specific whales we were seeing and also jump general whale facts. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I would definitely go with them again if the opportunity presented itself! read more

Had an amazing experience several years ago but this last visit was sort of blah. We chased a pair of humpbacks around the bay (this is apparently very rare) to see their backs a handful of times. Then went out into the ocean and had one great up close with a sunfish and one great up close with a finwhale right under the water. Disappointed compared to my last trip when we spent 20 min or so watching a pod of humpbacks group hunt, it was AMAZING. This trip not so much. Maybe late Sept is too late in the season? read more

UPDATE: Horrible experience! I have come here at least 10-15 times over the last 3 years. Loyal customer you may say. At $47 per ticket and friends joining that's a lot of money. This last time it was end of June 2018. Took the tour, that took 4 hours instead of usual 2 or so and saw only one whale! It was miserable. Their policy is if you see a whale no refunds. One whale in 4 hours, really?! Went to customer service and basically asked for tickets for another day provided how much money I spent with them, nothing! The manager (Richard I think) was rude and said absolutely not. Is that a way to treat your loyal customers?! Absolutely not. I would say avoid. By the way they also knew we were not going to see much that day, but we still went out on the boat. Stay away! ******** Have used dolphin fleet a few times over the last couple of years for whale watching - amazing! Highly honest staff, good boats and cool atmosphere. They are my favs from all the companies used in New England. Bare in mind lines are very long on the weekends, so suggest you go during off season (not summer months). read more

We had an amazing time on the Dolphin VIII this weekend. We decided to go whale watching last minute and signed up online. (Coupon code "whale" gives you $2 off) Like most deep sea boat rides I expected to see very little. This is not the case here! In a three hour trip we saw lots & lots of humpback whales, minke and fin whales too. They know exactly where to go in the Stellwagen Bank Sanctuary. I really enjoyed the commentary during the trip - they had a naturalist explaining each whale species, their behaviors and how to tell if a whale is about to break the water's surface. They also knew the names of returning whales, their calves and history. Tip: look for the jumping sand lances and blue green bubble spots! You can also pay attention to wear the birds are gathering - since the whales are pushing the food to the surface before they gulp, the birds like to hang out there too. Food: there is food & beer on board which I had read in a previous review. I didn't realize you could bring on your own food and beverage from local places. I'd do that and enjoy on the ride there or back. Enjoyyyy! read more

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Absolutely amazing trip . Had a chance to see a lot of whales . The boat was very clean and crew did amazing job explaining everything about whales . Thank you read more

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This whale tour was fantastic! Our captain was great at finding whales and our marine guide was super sweet with lots of knowledge. It was an amazing experience. We saw 9 whales. A pod of dolphin. Seals! I felt like I was watching National Geographic! Loved it. read more