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3-Hour Monterey Bay Winter Whale-Watching Tour in California

Overview
Monterey Bay is the premier destination for whale watching all year. Your daily 3-hour, whale watch trip is narrated by a marine biologist or naturalist who provides educational and interesting information about whales, dolphins, and a wide variety of marine wildlife. In addition to teaching you about the wildlife, your marine biologists and naturalists will provide information about the natural history of the local area and talk about conservation. 
City: Monterey & Carmel
Tue 17 Sep
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Starting at $70.00
Tue 17 Sep
Starting at $70.00
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What's Included
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Additional Info
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (145)
Marc S
Dec 2022
Great naturalist on board and very knowledgeable about the sea life and environment. Saw several whales and dolphin pods.
sc375306
Nov 2022
Fantastic trip with Isaiah as our expert host / guide. Isaiah's expert local knowledge and insights into the marine life and the Monterey bay made for a hugely enjoyable afternoon. A must see for anyone in Monterey, highly recommended.
Eric B
Nov 2022
The highlight of our trip was standing over a humpie as it swam under the bow of the idling Pacifica. Capt. Rod, Naturalist Isaiah and Deckhand/Man Andrew had lost sight of the pair of whales off the port bow. My girlfriend and I were scanning and she taps my shoulder, points down and says, "...ummm, what's that?" I quickly look down and see the flukes of the whale moving to starboard. I held up my fist to tell Captain that the boat should be put in neutral and pointed down. About 20 seconds later, the beastie came up on the starboard side, spouted, as Isaiah was moving people to the front of the vessel. Truly an amazing experience to be able to stand over the back of such a magnificent creature. We tracked two pairs of whales for a couple of hours with intermittent spouts and 1 magnificent breech! Rissos dolphins started the day and another pair of humpbacks, quietly and calmly making their way through the schools of Monterey Bay anchovies capped the trip.

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