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7 Seas Whale Watch

4 days ago

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OCTOBER 1 and 2, 2026

Oh, October, we’re only two days in, and you’ve already been remarkable!

Our trips over the past couple of days have taken us to the southern end of Stellwagen Bank, where whales and seabirds continue to gather in great numbers. It’s been a longer journey, but we’ve been rewarded with a little bit of everything, from feeding groups to playful calves!

These photos capture a few highlights from these past couple of trips. Every day on the water brings something different, and while we can’t promise these same moments, that unpredictability is part of what makes whale watching so exciting. October is off to a wonderful start. Come see what the final month of the season brings! ... See MoreSee Less

7 Seas Whale Watch

6 days ago

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

A nor’easter kept us at the dock for over a week, but today we finally headed back offshore, and the conditions couldn’t have been better. It was hard to imagine that seas had reached 15 feet just a few days ago. Today’s gray skies, glassy seas, and soft light along the horizon made the ocean look like pewter.

We traveled 29 miles to find whales, but the long journey paid off with a jackpot of humpback whales! They were feasting on American sand lance, with mother-and-calf pairs mixed throughout the feeding groups. We also enjoyed some of our best seabird sightings of the season, including Great, Cory’s, Manx, and Sooty Shearwaters, Northern Fulmars, Northern Gannets, and more.

There’s no telling how long these sightings will last, so if you’ve been thinking about joining us this season, now is a great time! As always, wildlife is unpredictable, and every trip is a new adventure. ... See MoreSee Less

7 Seas Whale Watch

3 weeks ago

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WHALE SIGHTINGS UPDATE ~ 9.13.26 - 9.17.26

We continue to enjoy great sightings of HUMPBACK WHALES on Jeffreys Ledge, along with ATLANTIC WHITE-SIDED DOLPHINS and OCEAN SUNFISH!

Throughout the week, we’ve watched humpback whales form different associations as individuals continually moved through the area. On today’s trip, however, many of them seemed to gather within a mile of one another. We also welcomed back some familiar whales we hadn’t seen in quite some time, including Spoon and Chromosome. It was wonderful to see them and so many others again! Today also brought glassy seas, a welcome change after several weeks of windy conditions.

Here are a few photo highlights from today and other recent trips! There's still a month and a half left of the season. Join us!

Humpback whales identified this week: Alligator, Crisscross, Draco, Touchdown, Quill, Quote, Rope, Whirlwind, Partition, Pylon, Sprinkles, Bayou, Spoon, and Chromosome. ... See MoreSee Less

7 Seas Whale Watch

3 weeks ago

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2026

We’ve been graced by Mother Nature with favorable weather throughout much of the season, but September has brought several days of high winds and less than ideal sea conditions. Despite the weather challenges, we’ve continued to find whales!

Today’s forecast called for moderate winds, which held true when we arrived at the boat this morning. However, the winds picked up as we let the lines go, and we encountered wet and windy conditions on Jeffreys Ledge. Despite the weather, we spent time with an association of 6 humpback whales: Sprinkles, Bayou, Rope, Whirlwind, Touchdown and Alligator, with several others visible in the distance.

To our passengers who joined us today, thank you for your patience and adventurous spirits! These photos are for you to save and enjoy. I’m grateful we were able to see as much as we did. Patience and a sense of adventure are often rewarded with memorable sightings! ... See MoreSee Less