Cape Cod Whale Watching
No need to deal with traffic and crowded ferries! Our Group and Private Whale Watch tours offer a unique and intimate alternative to the bigger ships found on Cape Cod.
Welcome aboard Bellamy, a USCG inspected vessel capable of carrying up to 14 passengers quickly and safely to view the largest mammals found in our local waters. Depending on the time of year the most common sightings include Humpback, Finback and Minke whales. Other sightings include dolphins, porpoise, gannet birds and possibly even a Great White Shark!
Bring your friends and family and create your own National Geographic moment, Down Cape!
A few reasons to choose Bellamy for your Cape Cod Whale Watch:
– “Just right” size. Most whale watches on Cape Cod are conducted on large ships where you’ll have to elbow your way to the railing with 100+ other people. Bellamy is unique – small enough to remain intimate but large enough to accommodate groups of up to 14.
– Stress-free. Since we’re consistently able to find whales east of Chatham, we do not travel to Stellwagen Bank as the bigger ferries do. This leads to a more relaxed and personal experience – both on the boat and in the car on the way to the boat!
– Comfort and safety. Bellamy is inspected by the USCG to carry up to 20 passengers. But to maximize passenger comfort and viewing opportunities, we limit our passenger count to 14 on whale watching trips.
– Flexibility. We offer the opportunity to choose between private and scheduled group tours throughout the summer. We’re also happy to customize your trip. For instance, why not combine a whale watch with a fishing charter!
Please see answers to Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page.
The Boat
Bellamy began life as a Privateer 2850 Atlantic, built and designed to handle the rough waters off of the North Carolina coast. With the help of the Privateer factory and the United States Coast Guard Bellamy was built from the ground up into a 20 passenger charter vessel. This one-of-a-kind design includes dual outboard motors (to help navigate our shallow waters) and the latest electronics and safety equipment. For passenger comfort, a small head (toilet) was also incorporated.
Length: 32.0 feet
Draft: 30 inches
Original Design: Privateer Boats (Radcliffe Boatworks), Bellhaven, NC
The Name
Bellamy’s name is borrowed from the legend of Captain Sam Bellamy and the pirate ship Whydah. “Black Sam” Bellamy plays an important role in the lore of Cape Cod’s pirate past.