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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 24 Dec
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Starting at $70.00
Tue 24 Dec
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)
Steveb1988
May 2018
Amazing and awesome. We saw 2 separate pods of Killer Whales. They Naturalist knew there names by the smallest details on there fins. Eric, Brit and Capt. John were very personable and knowledgeable. We learned great information about the Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Risso Dolphins and Otters we saw throughout the trip. Best part was the smaller boat which meant less people so you could interact with the crew on a more personal level. I know where Eric went to school, where he lived before Monterey and we even talked about restaurants in Monterey. You don't get that on the bigger boats. Highly recommend Discovery Whale Watching
Nicole L
Mar 2018

Wonderful experience. Saw about 5 grey south bound whales- and pretty close up. The naturalist talked sometimes over the speaker, but many times would have side conversations with other people. Wish he could've educated us some more. Very friendly guy though. The captain was pretty nice and really wanted us to have the best experience as well. Would do this again. Wish there was more seating as well.

Stephen J
Mar 2018
Excellent, knowledgeable crew. They talked to us frequently and constantly told us where to go on the boat for the best views of both whales and dolphins. On our excursion we saw gray whales, hump-back whales, and three pods of dolphins. Truly wonderful experience.

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