Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises
The Mid-Cape’s only whale watch – Sailing out of Barnstable Harbor
• 3 1/2 to 4 hour trips. • Narrated by experienced naturalists
• Food, beverage and bar service. • Guaranteed sightings
The 2026 season is in the books, and we are truly grateful for the memories it holds. Playful humpback calves, curious adults, and beautiful weather are just a few of the highlights. And we are so grateful to each and every guest who joined us- we’ve made lasting friendships aboard the Whale Watcher, and we can’t wait to see you in the spring!
Here’s what some of our recent guests had to say about their whale watching experience…
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Today was almost as rainy as September 13, the date of our final Extended Whale Watch of 2026. Listen in as we observed a whale that had been seen in more northern feeding grounds prior to this trip. Humpback whales are known for their long, semiannual migrations, but you might be surprised at how transient they can be on a day-to-day basis. As a proud member of Whale Sense, all photos were taken in compliance with established whale watching guidelines. HWWC proudly contributes its data to the GOM Humpback Whale Catalog curated by Center for Coastal Studies.
And what a year it was 🐋 We’ll be reflecting on this on all winter long! Share your favorite moments; we’ll begin posting photos of each trip beginning next week!
What a finale to the 2026 season! We were treated to an ultra rare sighting of Risso’s dolphins who were associated with a group of humpback whales, making this sighting extra unique. At 8.5 to 13 feet, Risso’s dolphins can weigh approximately 1,000 pounds. Typically found in deeper waters, they can dive 1,000 feet to feed on squid, octopus, and fish. We have so many more photos and videos to share throughout our off-season, and we hope you will continue to share yours, too! Already counting down to May 16, 2027 🐋 As a proud member of Whale Sense, all photos were taken in compliance with established whale watching guidelines. HWWC proudly contributes its data to the GOM Humpback Whale Catalog curated by Center for Coastal Studies.

