3-Hour Monterey Bay Winter Whale-Watching Tour in California

Highlights

  • Learn about marine life—like whales, dolphins, and otters—from your guide

  • Easily fit the experience in your itinerary, with convenient daily departure

  • Depart from the must-see Old Fisherman's Wharf, on the Monterey waterfront

Summary

Meet at Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey to begin your whale watching experience at 10am. Monterey Bay is considered to be a premier destination for whale watching year round as these animals are often spotted there. Your whale watching trip will be narrated by a marine biologist or naturalist, who will provide you educational and interesting information about 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. While out on the ocean, your marine biologists and naturalists will also be collecting sighting data for scientific research. During your trip, the crew will show you how to spot whales and dolphins as well as give you advice on how to best capture photos and videos of the wildlife. You will return back to the original departure point between 12:30pm and 1pm.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Wildlife enthusiasts visiting Monterey shouldn't miss the chance to try whale watching, since the cool Northern California waters are known to host whales all year round. On this whale watching adventure, you can set out on Monterey Bay with a naturalist guide to find marine creatures. Highlights include learning how to spot whales and dolphins, hearing about the region's natural history, and warming up with an included tea or coffee.

What’s included?

  • Driver/guide

  • Live commentary on board

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Food and drinks

  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

  • Transportation to/from attractions

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Discovery Whale Watch

About operator:

Whether as an individual, family, group charter, corporate event, or just plain fun – there is something for everyone. A day from which wonderful memories and tales are made! Our daily fishing trips depart from Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf.

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