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)

I7620JLjohn

Aug 2022

Wrap up warm for the best few hours of your life staff are just amazing boat was spotless And nothing was to much trouble would highly recommend

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you so much! We love what we do and really appreciate our customers! So glad you had a great time!

CHENYANG M

Aug 2022

I would give a 5 out of 5 but I have to remind you that it is possible to see no whale during a whale watching. We had a sunset whale watching the first day but saw just half dozens of dolphins. Disappointed though we were, we were given a free second chance in the second day. We did see humpback whales that morning, so it worth the ticket. I would recommend a day whale watching as opposed to sunset whale watching because in the daytime, cruise ships can communicate with each other while that is not the case in the sunset.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you for your review! The ocean & the sea life can be a bit unpredictable sometimes but happy you enjoyed your trip and were able to see whales on your 2nd trip out!

Christinetat

Aug 2022

Don’t bother with this company…very poor customer service. We went on the sunset trip which was a joke. Within 30 mins we was in the mist and saw nothing. We then reach the area where the whales were supposed to be…we could hardly see anything at all we spent 20 mins there with nothing. We then headed back with the staff saying plenty of water going back so look out for wildlife …it was by then virtually pitch black !!!! He went full speed ahead back which then made our grandson sick 😡. When we got back to shore they did offer vouchers for another trip which we could not do due to the fact we was leaving in the morning wasn’t an option for us. We had paid €400 for the trip and asked if they would be willing for part refund which was point blank refused !!! No other company in the pier offer this cruise and now we know why 😡😡😡. A total rip off.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

I'm so sorry to hear the Sunset trip was a disappointment for you. Most companies do offer a Sunset cruise, particularly in the summer months when the sunsets are absolutely beautiful. The ocean and the whales can be a bit unpredictable sometimes, we do offer the vouchers and apologize that you were not able to use yours.