Monterey Whale Watching Tour

Overview

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer:

Two of the largest and most comfortable boats operating in Monterey – the 110 foot Princess Monterey and the 100 foot Atlantis Monterey.

Heated cabins with large windows for easy viewing and comfort in any weather.

Indoor and Outdoor seating with a 360-degree walk-around deck.

Optional VIP Upper Deck seating is available for an additional per person charge upon check in if space is available.

Vessels exceeding all United States Coast Guard safety requirements with full inspections and certifications.

Professional Marine Biologist and Naturalists to narrate the experience.

We cannot take children under 3 years old or pregnant women on our trips

City: Monterey & Carmel

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $65.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $65.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Restroom on board

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Can not take children under 3 years of age
Can not take pregnant women on our trips
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Your health is our top priority, and we have put special measures in place to keep all guests safe both during and after your activity.

What To Expect

Monterey Bay

As one of the only places in the world to whale watch year-round, Monterey Bay is abundant with a huge diversity of sea life, and is at the top of many things to do in Monterey. As a protected marine sanctuary rich with nutrients, the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon thrives with a bounty of breathtaking wildlife including Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Risso Dolphins, Long Beaked Common Dolphin, Bottlenose Dolphin, Dall’s Porpoise, Mola Mola aka Ocean Sunfish, Jellyfish, Sea Turtles, Sea Lions, Pelicans, Sea Otters and so much more!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (16)

Q2688QIkimberlyb

Dec 2022

Overall a great experience. Professional crew onboard willing to answer questions and made it enjoyable. Saw one calf but it was such a great day with lots of room on the boat to walk around and enjoy the view.

189aliw

Dec 2022

Nice tour. Professional crew. Saw a few whales poking up but that’s how nature goes. It was a beautiful day on the water. I’m not sure how it works but it felt like the captain kept steering away from our view. Also, not quite a fan of the $40 up charge just go upstairs. Probably would’ve made sense on a full cruise, maybe, but in all honesty, you’re not getting anything extra from what we could tell.

joannk568

Dec 2022

after arriving to the office on the wharf, we learned we were the only 2 reserved... the office manager was very informative and helpful...and we were grateful for the 20+people who came after and signed up. so we had a very fulfilling trip with whale action, many seals, birds, slight look at a dolphin group. It was very clear day, no white caps, cold wind though.. quite a few were sea sick as we rocked and rolled. the captain and crew were great! wonderful first time experience. we ate after at the old fisherman's grotto restaurant with great food, fast service, nice table, really good waiter Saul. thankyou!!