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Board the Coastal Queen in historic Wickford for a 75-minute cruise that puts you near harbor seals and coastal scenery. Heated salon, covered top deck, and binoculars included make this an easy wildlife outing for most travelers.
Board the Coastal Queen in historic Wickford for a 75-minute cruise that puts you near harbor seals and coastal scenery. Heated salon, covered top deck, and binoculars included make this an easy wildlife outing for most travelers.
Book with Conanicut Marine Services Inc.
Book directly with Conanicut Marine Services Inc. for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
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Operated by Conanicut Marine Services Inc. · Wickford, Rhode Island
The boat lifts quietly from Wickford Harbor, barnacled pilings slipping astern as salt air cuts sharp and cool. You stand on the open upper deck, jacket zipped, binoculars trained where rocky ledges break the water; seals haul out on sun-warmed stones and ease into the surf with a curious flick of a tail. The 57-foot Coastal Queen keeps a respectful distance, letting the animals set the pace while the captain narrates their habits and the shoreline you pass.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Minimal fitness required; accessible to most ages and mobility types
The cruise runs approximately 75 minutes from departure to return.
Yes—binoculars are available onboard for closer views of seals.
The Coastal Queen has a heated main salon and a covered open-air top deck with roll-down curtains for added warmth.
Infants and strollers are accommodated; service animals are allowed. Pets are not listed as permitted.
Wickford developed as a small working harbor in the 18th–19th centuries and retains many historic homes and narrow streets tied to its maritime past.
Operators keep distance and follow wildlife-viewing best practices; avoid feeding or attempting to approach seals and pack out any trash to protect shoreline habitats.
Conanicut Marine Services Inc. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Conanicut Marine Services Inc.
Book directly with Conanicut Marine Services Inc. for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
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