Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Overview

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, several types of dolphin, seals, and other neat marine life. Just outside of Newport Bay is the beginning of one of the largest marine protected areas in southern California created to protect this rich ecosystem for future generations. The protected marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures including whales and dolphin. With such amazing habitat for mammals so close to Newport Bay, whale watching cruises of 2-2.5 hours is all that is needed for viewing these giants. Newport Landing offers multiple whale watching cruises daily and with a 96% success rate viewing whales and/or dolphins, almost every trip will have viewing opportunities.
*New is a brand new double decker whale watching catamaran with bow seating, upper and lower deck 360 views, and much more.

City: Newport Beach

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $38.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $38.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Landing and facility fees

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available
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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A maximum of 20 people per booking
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
All of our vessels passenger capacities have been decreased by almost 30% to ensure adequate space between guests and their groups.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (134)

stefee818

Oct 2018

My husband and I have been on this whale tour four times at two different times of the year and have not seen whales, we did see a few Pacific White Sided Dolphins back in March. On the other hand, my mom went once and saw multiple whales. If you don't see anything, it IS disappointing, but it's always a nice boat ride with great tour guides who are determined to find something for you. We have not paid full price once in all the four trips we've been on because we've gotten vouchers for not seeing anything. When we went this last time a pod of killer whales had just come through, the guides figure that that was why we didn't see anything, that those whales scared everything away. I would call before you go and see what they have been seeing and see what time of year they see the most marine life, I'm sure they would be more than happy to tell you.

ombliya

Oct 2018

no dolphins dont take morning its no food also. was not impress at all just tak you not too far very near by sea.

Anonymous

Sep 2018

Nice friendly guys lots of dolphins but we did not hang luck not even one sign of whale. I went on very early trip the 7:30am trip still no luck.. good luck everyone with your whale..