2025 Whale Watching Season starts this week!

Title: Make Your Jersey Shore Vacation Unforgettable with Jersey Shore Whale Watch!

The Summer Adventure You’ve Been Searching For

Imagine this: You’ve just arrived at your Airbnb at the Jersey Shore. The sun is shining, the waves are calling, and you’re excited to make the most of your vacation. You start looking up the best day trips, something different, something unforgettable. That’s when you find Jersey Shore Whale Watch.

Whale watching? In New Jersey? Absolutely! You read that we are the only full-time whale watching tour in New Jersey with a guarantee—you WILL see a whale. That’s right. If you don’t, you get another trip free. Suddenly, your day is set. You grab your phone, visit JerseyShoreWhaleWatch.com or call 732-592-6400, and book your trip aboard Jersey Girl.

The Big Day: Setting Sail on an Ocean Adventure

The morning of your trip, you and your family arrive at the dock, buzzing with excitement. Jersey Girl, a 120-foot, two-level boat, awaits you, offering indoor and outdoor seating, handicap accessibility, a snack bar, and restrooms. The crew greets you with warm smiles, and before you know it, you’re off, cruising along the stunning Jersey coastline.

As the boat glides through the waves, the fresh ocean air fills your lungs, and the horizon stretches endlessly before you. Dolphins play in the wake of the boat, a sea turtle floats by, and then—just when you least expect it—a massive humpback whale breaches the surface!

The sheer size of it, the power, the beauty—it’s breathtaking. Cameras click, cheers erupt, and for a moment, everything else fades away. This is it. The highlight of your summer.

Capturing the Moment: The Best Photography Tips for Whale Watching

A moment like this deserves to be captured in stunning detail. Whether you’re a professional photographer or just capturing memories, using the right gear and settings makes all the difference.

Best Camera Choice – The latest Canon and Nikon mirrorless cameras are ideal for fast action and sharp images. Models like the Canon R5, R6, or R1 (when available) and Nikon Z8 or Z9 provide excellent autofocus and high-speed continuous shooting, perfect for catching that breaching whale.

 

Recommended Lenses – Since whales can appear at varying distances, bring only one or two lenses to keep things simple. Your primary lens should be a zoom, such as a 100-400mm or 100-500mm to capture distant breaches. If we get close to the action, a short wide lens (24-70mm) will help capture breathtaking scenery and full-body shots of whales.

Key Camera Settings:

• Shutter Speed: At least 1/1000s to 1/2000s to freeze fast movement.
• Aperture: f/5.6 to f/8 for a sharp focus on whales while keeping enough background detail.
• ISO: Start at ISO 400-800 on bright days and adjust for changing light conditions.
• Autofocus Mode: Use AI Servo (Canon) or AF-C (Nikon) to track moving whales effectively.

Pro Tips for Whale Watching Photography:

• Be Ready at All Times – Whales can surface suddenly. Keep your camera on, with settings dialed in, and use burst mode for multiple shots.
• Stabilize Your Shots – A monopod or image-stabilized lens can help, but handheld shooting is best for quick movements.
• Frame for the Unexpected – Leave space in your composition for breaches and tail slaps.
• Shoot in RAW – This gives you flexibility in editing to bring out details in the sky and water.

Why Choose Jersey Shore Whale Watch?

Guaranteed Whale Sightings – If you don’t see one, you come back for free!
Family-Friendly Fun – A perfect activity for kids and adults alike.
Comfortable & Safe – Spacious boat, covered seating, and experienced crew.
Unforgettable Memories – The stories and photos you’ll share forever.
Multiple Tours Daily – We run three-hour trips seven days a week and offer longer 8 to 20-hour offshore excursions a few times a year for serious whale enthusiasts.

Book Now for the Best Prices

The best part? You can always change your date at no charge. So, there’s no risk—just the promise of an incredible day on the water. Tickets are selling fast, and the summer is short! Don’t miss out.

Visit JerseyShoreWhaleWatch.com or call 732-592-6400 to book your trip today. Leave your problems at the dock and come whale watch with us!