2024 Whale Watching & Dolphin Adventure Cruises

Whale Watching & Dolphin Adventure Cruises 2024

Adventure cruises run approximately 3.5 hours and depart from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, Pier 8 (click here for directions)

This will be our 15th successful year of running these awesome adventure cruises!

So if you’re interested in setting sail in search of these beautiful mammals, come hop aboard the American Princess, the original NYC Whale and Dolphin Watchers, for a UNIQUE Adventure Cruise!

The New York City Whale Watching and Dolphin Adventure Cruise departs from Pier 3 in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York (click here for directions). Looking toward the Marine Parkway Bridge, one may see a peregrine falcon diving for prey. As we approach Breezy Point jetty, we may view gannets diving for the glorified bunker bait. Dolphins may appear as walls of water off the coast of New York City. We may view hundreds of bottlenose dolphins jumping near and under the American Princess.

Further offshore toward Ambrose Channel, the entrance to New York harbor, we may see the blow of a whale and hear the captain shout, “Thar she blows!” Slowly, we approach the humpback whale who has finished his first course of bunker and is jumping with excitement and joy, as if to impress the passengers aboard the American Princess. And he is a beauty; approximately 45 feet in length, weighing about 40 tons. His 20 foot pectoral fin seems to be waving to all. Will we spot his companions?

Note: We suggest bringing a regular camera, video camera and/or binoculars if possible. Children will be encouraged to participate in helping our crew take the official whale and dolphin count. Your photos and videos can be posted on our Facebook page. We look forward to seeing you on another Whale Watching and Dolphin Adventure Cruise!

Date

Date	Days	Time
April 20, 27	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM
April 21, 28	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
April 24	Wed	12 Noon - 3:30PM
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
May 4, 11, 18, 25	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM; & 25th 5PM - 8:30PM
May 5, 12, 19, 26	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
May 27	Mon	12PM - 3:30PM
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM; & 5PM - 8:30PM
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
June 5, 12, 19	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
June 7, 14, 21, 28	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
June 17	Mon	12PM - 3:30PM
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
July 4	Thurs	10AM - 1:30PM
July 11, 18, 25	Thurs	12PM - 3:30PM
July 5, 12, 19, 26	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
July 6, 13, 20, 27	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM; & 5PM - 8:30PM
July 7, 14, 21, 28	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Thurs	12PM - 3:30PM
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM; & 5PM - 8:30PM
August 4, 11, 18, 25	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 2 (Labor Day)	Mon	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 4, 11, 18, 25	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 5	Thurs	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 6, 13, 20, 27	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
Sept 7, 14, 21, 28	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM; 7, 14 5PM - 8:30PM; 21, 28, 4:30PM - 8:00PM
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25	Fri	12PM - 3:30PM
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM
Nov 3, 10, 17, 24	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
Nov. 6, 13	Wed	12PM - 3:30PM
Nov 11	Mon	12PM - 3:30PM
Dec. 1, 8, 15	Sun	12PM - 3:30PM
Dec. 7, 14	Sat	12PM - 3:30PM

NOTES: Whale Watching and Dolphin Adventure Cruises run approximately 3.5 hours

Captain’s recommendation: Due to NYC traffic we advise that you plan to arrive 60 minutes before the departure time.

Your PayPal/Purchase Receipt (via your smart phone or printed copy) will be matched to our reservation list and serve as your boarding ticket. You will not receive a boarding ticket by e-mail.

Fares

Adult	$69
Senior (62 & over)	$65
Child (5-12 yrs)	$50
Child under 5	FREE - must reserve
Group Rate (10 or more)	Please contact us

PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE PURCHASING TICKETS OR CALLING THE OFFICE

All sales are final and non-refundable
Our captains and crew work diligently to make every trip a success. We have a 90% sighting rate of a whale and/or dolphin. However, sightings are not guaranteed.
Cruises are Rain or Shine
There is a 24-hour cancellation policy
In the event of a cancellation, the customer is responsible for making another reservation
Check our WEBSITE ALERTS for cancellations & daily cruise status
Ticket purchases are good only for the 2024 Whale Watching and Dolphin Adventure Cruise season
While there is no charge for children under 5, you must make a reservation for them
Your proof of purchase (Paypal receipt/Credit Card receipt/voucher) will serve as your ticket
You do NOT need a PayPal account to make purchases through PayPal
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A small children’s stroller can be brought aboard
Coolers and outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited
Cash bar available on board
Passengers subject to search (as permitted by the US Coast Guard)
Captain’s recommendation: Due to NYC traffic we advise that you plan to arrive at Pier 8 Sheepshead Bay 60 minutes before the departure time
All trips are subject to availability and American Princess Cruises reserves the right to cancel any trip at any time

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