Outermost Adventures
Chatham Seal Cruises
A one-hour narrated cruise through Chatham Harbor to see the seals up close.
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Outermost Harbor Marine offers daily narrated seal cruises through Chatham Harbor during the season. Cruises leave on the hour beginning at 9:00 AM, with the last trip departing at 3:00 PM, and typically last one hour.
Your local captain will guide you through the harbor and along the outer sandbars, sharing information about the area, its wildlife, and the seals that gather there.
What You'll See
Chatham Harbor and the surrounding sandbars are popular resting and feeding areas for both gray seals and harbor seals.
Gray seals are generally larger, with longer, horse-shaped faces and adult males that can become especially large. Harbor seals are smaller, with rounder heads and shorter noses that often give them a more dog-like appearance.
Depending on the conditions, you may see seals swimming near the boat or hauled out together on the sandbars. You may also spot shorebirds, ospreys, and views of the famous Chatham break along the way.
Cruise Details
Cruises depart from our marina at 83 Seagull Road in Chatham and carry up to 12 guests. Trips run daily in season, weather permitting.
The cruise is family-friendly and gives guests an up-close look at Chatham’s seals without requiring a long trip offshore.
Departing Right from Chatham
You’ll leave directly from Outermost Harbor and begin sightseeing almost immediately. It’s an easy and enjoyable 45-minute to one-hour cruise through one of Cape Cod’s most scenic and wildlife-rich areas.
Pricing
Good to know
- Where does the Chatham seal cruise depart from?
- From Outermost Harbor Marine at 83 Seagull Road, Chatham, MA. It’s a one-hour narrated cruise through Chatham Harbor.
- How long is the seal cruise?
- About one hour, cruising through Chatham Harbor. Cruises run daily in season and are weather- and tide-dependent.
- Is the seal cruise good for kids and families?
- Yes — it’s an easy, family-friendly boat tour and one of the most popular things to do with kids in Chatham.
- How do I book a seal cruise?
- Book online in under a minute for instant confirmation — just pick your date and time.
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