Be a part of this amazing 3-day sailing affair and enjoy some wonderful wildlife viewing on the way up to the event. Feel as though you are another element of the Liberty Clipper's crew and join them in the celebration of the highly desired victory on this year's Gloucester Schooner Race. Over 20 vessels ply the waters of Cape Ann, Massachusetts during this annual gathering - get some great pictures of a fleet of tall ships pressing forward under sail.
Highlights
Experience a close interaction with humpback whales in Massachusetts Bay
Join the remarkable 30th Annual Gloucester Schooner Race
Enjoy a special victory BBQ on deck, hosted by the crew's grill-master
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Boarding begins at 8:00 AM. Enjoy coffee and breakfast on deck as the ship prepares to get underway. If you are coming in from out of town, you may stay on board the night before (contact us for details.). At 9:00AM the ship sails out of Boston Harbor and passes Boston Light while making passage to the beautiful Cape Ann. You may see whales in Massachusetts Bay, and cruise in the company of other schooners on their way to Gloucester for the Gloucester Schooner Race. IN the evening the Liberty Clipper sails in Gloucester Harbor to watch a lighted Parade of Sail and spectacular fireworks!
Depart promptly at 8:45 AM to line up for the Annual Gloucester Schooner Race race. At 9:00am join the Liberty Clipper crew as they compete in the Mayor's Cup, racing in the coastal waters off of Cape Ann against a large fleet of tall ships! Be sure to bring your camera - events like this present the rare opportunity to get some great pictures of a fleet of tall ships pressing forward under sail.
Day 3: Gloucester | Boston | Disembark
1 Breakfast
In the morning the ship sails out of Gloucester. On the transit up from Boston, enjoy the opportunity to see whales once again in Massachusetts Bay. Have a special BBQ hosted by the grill-master, Joe, while listening to the amazing stories of the race. Afterwards it is time to say goodbye to the crew members and take with you all of the unique anecdotes of this incredible trip.
Apologies for the inconvenience. Prices for not yet published. Below per person rate based on previous season. Contact us to confirm upcoming season pricing.
Prices for are estimated based on inflation. Contact us to confirm pricing and availability for your desired departure date.
Notes
All rates are per person based on double occupancy. A select number of premium cabins are available for an additional fee.
Cruise fares do not include port taxes, an additional 5% of total cost.
We are so glad that we chose Adventure Life. The service is top-notch. Everything is well taken care of and we just have to print the documents and go. Franny even gave us timely updates on possible airport strike.
