NY Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise

Spot Whales, Dolphins and other Aquatic Life on Four Hour New York Adventure Cruise

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About This Experience Gift

  • Enjoy a Four Hour Sightseeing Cruise of New York Harbor
  • Listen to Commentary from the Friendly On-Board Naturalist
  • Spot Bottlenose Dolphins, Whales and other Marine & Wildlife

Head out on the water and enjoy an exciting outdoor adventure as you go on the search for Dolphins, Whales and other wildlife in beautiful New York Harbor. The fun begins when you hop onboard the American Princess for this four-hour Whale Watching adventure in Rockaway Queens.

Get your camera ready as you leave the Inlet and make your way out from Riis Landing into the Atlantic Ocean and embark on your dolphin adventure. Enjoy the crisp smell of the sea air, relax and listen to the commentary from the on-board Naturalist who will ensure your trip is memorable and educational. Take in the views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline and when you least expect it, spot Bottlenose Dolphins and Whales swimming and leaping right out of the water!

Acclaimed by the New York Daily News, this New York Watching Cruise is fun for the whole family and makes the perfect unique gift for any occasion.

Where to Go for Whale Watching Experiences in New York

  • Brooklyn, New York

Group Size and Spectator Info

Participants
The NY Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise Experience Gift Certificate is valid for one participant, unless additional are added onto the certificate. You will be joined by additional participants on this excursion.

Guests
This experience is not suitable for non-paying guests.

When can you book NY Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise

OPEN CURRENTLY CLOSED

The New York Harbor Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise is offered on select dates May thru October. Cruises typically depart at 12:00 PM and return at 3:30 PM. Select Saturdays have a 5:00 PM departure and return at 8:30 PM. Boarding begins a half hour prior to departure.

How Long Is The NY Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise

The NYC Whale Watching Excursion has a cruise length of approximately 4 hours and a total duration of 5 hours.

Does Weather Impact Whale Watching Experiences

The Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises may be rescheduled by the Captain due to high winds, heavy rain, fog or other inclement weather. Cruises will take place in light rain, so please dress accordingly.

What to Wear for Whale Watching Experiences

Dress comfortably, flat, non-marking rubber-soled shoes and layers are recommended for this open water adventure. A camera, video camera and/or binoculars are suggested items to bring.

What To Know Before You Go

Cruises take place on the American Princess, a 95 foot aluminum cruising vessel which is certified for up to 250 passengers. The ship features a large main deck and cabin with cushioned seating. The exterior main deck has built-in seating around the perimeter of the deck. Bathrooms are available onboard and the ship is handicap accessible.

Trips depart from Riis Landing in Rockaway NY. Price includes all taxes, however gratuity is not included and can be extended to your Captain and Crew following your adventure.

Beverages and snacks are available on the boat from the cash bar but are not included in the price of the cruise. No coolers may be brought on board the boat.

Children under the age of 5 are free and small strollers can be brought onboard. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Expecting mothers are not eligible to participate in this experience.

ITEM/SKU NUMBER: XD-1565-002

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Reservation And Cancelation Policy

All changes to reservations for the NY Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise Experience require seven (7) days advance notice.

Xperience Certificates® cannot be exchanged once a reservation for the experience has been made.

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