CANNOT praise the crew or the cruise too highly !
Staggering number of hump back whales and NINE grey whales...combined to make for an unforgettable experience.
We are locals...who sought this firs time experience in the absence of Monterey-Carmel crowds, and our expectations were wildly exceeded.
The on-board naturalist, Steve, is a diamond of an informed, experienced escort.
No canned banter whatsoever, Specific information was imparted...as an event, contact took place. All questions were answered fully and professionally. We could not have asked for a better naturalist, and the sea shanty sung on our way back into our berth was a big plus.
All-in-all, this was easily a five-star experience, and we shall repeat it-with the same
organization and naturalist...to gain a better insight into the sea life that has been all around us for decades...but only now fully understood and appreciated because of the knowledge gained and up-close visual contact.
No hesitation in recommending this as a 'must do' for locals AND out-of-towners,
both !