Summer: If you have never had an encounter of one of nature’s largest mammals than a whale watching trip is for you. Whale watching cruises are available up and down the coast of Maine. The chances of you spotting one of these majestic creatures is very high considering just 20 miles off Maine’s coast you will find prime feeding ground for these beautifu sea creatures. Most companies are so confident that you will spot a whale on their cruise, they often offer money back guarantees. What a great way to spend a day as a family on the ocean searching out one of these creatures.Nothing can beat the excitement of that first peak of a fin or the spout from a cresting whale. The sheer size of these whales is breathtaking. While on board it is not uncommon to catch site of harbor seals, dolphins and puffins. The beauty of the Maine coast line and a whale watching cruise, the perfect combination for a summer day.