Loon Cruise
Cruise Schedule
| June 5, 12, 19: | Fridays at 3:00 p.m. |
|---|---|
| June 26 - August 31 | Mondays and Fridays at 3:00 p.m. |
Cruise Description
Observe Common Loons with a Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) biologist and Science Center naturalist as they share the latest news about loon conservation, biology, and monitoring.
Learn about the work LPC does across the state and on Squam to protect these unique migratory birds, the only loon that breeds as far south as New Hampshire. The cruise route maximizes the likelihood of loon observations and changes weekly.
Cruise Rates
| Cruise Pass Fees (2020) | Member Rate | Non-Member Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $23.00 | $27.00 |
| Senior | $21.00 | $25.00 |
| Youth (Ages 0-15) | $19.00 | $23.00 |
| Not recommended for children under 3 |
Combination passes include one trail pass and one lake cruise pass for the same day.Please allow two hours to walk the live animal exhibit trail. Last trail admission is at 3:30 p.m. and the tril closes at 5:00 p.m.
| Combo Pass Fee - save $6 | |
|---|---|
| Adult | $41.00 |
| Senior | $36.00 |
| Youth (Ages 3-15) | $32.00 |
Cruises are 90 minutes long and on canopied pontoon boats. Binoculars are available for wildlife viewing at no additional cost. New Hampshire State law requires youth ages 12 and under to wear a life jacket on board.
Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Each boat has a maximum passenger capacity set by NH Marine Patrol. Space on all cruises is limited. Seats are guaranteed only for those making advance reservations and payment. Other space is available on a first come, first serve basis.
Cancellations:
Cruises may be cancelled if there are fewer than two passengers registered. Cruises may be cancelled at any time due to weather, unsafe conditions, or other circumstances. If we cancel a cruise we will contact passengers to reschedule on another date or to issue a full refund. If passengers must cancel, please call the Science Center at 603-968-7194 x 7 to reschedule or request a full refund. Passengers must cancel within 90 minutes of the start of the cruise to receive a refund.
Parking:
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is located on Route 113 in Holderness, NH. Park in Science Center parking lots and follow the walking path across Route 113 to Lake Cruise Headquarters. Please arrive 15 minutes before your cruise departure time.
