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A Humpback whale breaches in mid-air off of the coast of Maine.
Whale watching of the Maine coast.
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Whale watching in Maine is more than a spectator sport; it’s a connection with nature. The world’s largest living creatures can be found feeding and frolicking just 20 miles off the Maine coast. The best time for Maine whale watching begins in mid to late May when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton, and fish. In October, they’ll head south toward warmer seas.
Until then, thousands of visitors will have the chance to spot the plentiful species of whales found in Maine’s ocean waters as they breach the surface, spout water, and nurse their young. Familiar sights include humpback whales, pilot whales, minke whales, and the massive finback whale, which can grow up to 80 feet in length. Sei and right whales are a couple of the state’s occasional visitors.
Whale Watching Cruises
While there are a number of good vantage points on shore where spectators armed with a good set of binoculars can sight whales, Maine whale watching cruises will put you right where the action is. There’s also a chance of seeing seals, dolphins, and other marine life along the way. These family-friendly and educational cruises are available up and down the Maine Coast, from Kennebunk to Portland and along the MidCoast region and in Downeast Maine.
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Maine Photo Safari provides tours guided by Maine Artist and photographer Doug Mills to some of the...
Phone: (207) 691-6209
Address: Pleasant Street , Rockland
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Guided photo tours in the Katahdin area of Northern Maine near Baxter State Park.
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We offer a number of activities including salt water fishing, whale watching, scenic harbor cruises,...
Phone: (207) 775-0727
Website: www.odysseywhalewatch.com
Address: 170 Commercial Street , Portland
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Wildlife Safaris by truck and/or comfy pontoon boat
Phone: 207-672-4011
Website: www.pinegrovelodge.com
Address: 823 Ridge Rd , Pleasant Ridge Plnt.
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Moose Safaris Eagle Safaris Loon Safaris Wildlife Safaris
Phone: 2076952860, 8776952860
Website: www.WilsonPondCamps.com
Address: PO Box 1354, 15 Wilson Pond Road , Greenville
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No trip to Maine is complete without the ultimate thrill of a whale watch adventure. Our sightings...
Phone: (207) 288-2386, 1-800-942-5374
Website: www.barharborwhales.com
Address: Harborplace 1 West Street , Bar Harbor
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