Glide through Wychmere Harbor and Stage Harbor aboard a small vessel to wild Monomoy Island, a federally protected barrier beach hosting one of the largest grey seal colonies on the Eastern Seaboard. An untouched wilderness most visitors never reach.
What to expect
Departing from Harwich Port's scenic Wychmere Harbor, the vessel threads through Stage Harbor in Chatham before reaching the open sandbars of Monomoy Island. Hundreds of Atlantic grey seals bask within arm's reach of the boat, utterly unbothered by human presence. The naturalist guide explains the ecology of the refuge and points out shorebirds, terns, and migrating raptors along the way. The landscape — wind-sculpted dunes, empty beaches, and glittering tidal flats — is arrestingly beautiful.
Good to know
Departs from Harwich Port; taxi or rideshare from the cruise pier recommended. Tours run approximately 2 hours. Book directly at monomoysealcruise.com well ahead of your visit. Dress in layers — it is cooler on the water than on land.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Cape Cod — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.