The Packet Boat offers private Wellfleet boat tours for up to six guests. Explore Wellfleet Harbor with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain while searching for harbor seals, coastal birds, quiet coves, and unforgettable Cape Cod sunsets.

Wellfleet Boat Tours

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Bird Watching & Photography

A quiet, early-morning excursion designed for bird lovers.
Departing at sunrise, this trip offers the best opportunity to observe ospreys, shorebirds, and other coastal species as the harbor comes to life. Calm waters, soft light, and minimal activity make this an ideal time for viewing and photography.

*This excursion is offered at sunrise only.

2 hours · $750 · Up to 6 passengers included

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Your Boat. Your Day.

Experience Wellfleet Harbor at your own pace aboard a private charter for up to six passengers. Whether you have a destination in mind or simply want to see where the tide takes you, every trip is shaped by your interests, the weather, and the rhythm of the harbor.

2 hours · $500 · Up to 6 passengers included

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Private Sunset Cruise

Come unwind on Wellfleet Harbor as the sun sets over the bay. Bring along your favorite snacks and drinks, relax with friends, and enjoy the best view in town from the Packet boat.

1.5 hours · $500 · includes up to 6 guests

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Private Seal Watching

A private trip focused on observing gray and harbor seals at a relaxed pace, with only your group aboard.

Routes are guided by the tides, weather, and where wildlife is most active, with plenty of time to linger when conditions allow. Ideal for families, photographers, and anyone looking for a quieter, more personal experience on the water.

1.5 hour · $300 · Up to 6 passengers included

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Sunset Cruise-Small group

An unhurried excursion timed for the evening light and changing colors of the harbor. Each booking includes up to 3 travelers. Additional guests may be added during booking. As the day winds down, enjoy Wellfleet Harbor at its most calm and atmospheric.

1.5 hours · $275 · includes up to 3 guests

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Seal Cruise- Small group

Each booking includes up to 3 guests. Additional guests may be added.
See gray and harbor seals and enjoy the quiet beauty of Wellfleet Harbor. Cruises are guided by tide, weather, and respectful distance from wildlife.

1.5 hours · $275 · includes up to 3 guests

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