Half-Day Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

Make your own way to Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey to board the boat and meet your guide, a marine biologist or naturalist.

Hear commentary about whale behavior and the natural history of the California coast, as you look for gray whales, which are the most frequently sighted species. If you’re lucky you may see blue whales or humpbacks as well. Any whale-sighting data collected is used to help track the health of the species’ population.

Learn how to spot whales and dolphins, and get advice on making your best photos and videos of the wildlife. Your cruise returns to shore in early afternoon, leaving you ample time for other activities later in the day.

• Learn about whale behavior and conservation from the naturalist guide
• Get tips from the crew on taking photos of the marine life
• Experience a cruise on the Pacific Ocean and the California coast

Take an exciting ocean adventure on this whale-watching cruise from Monterey. You might see gray (most common), humpback, and blue whales as they migrate along the Pacific coast, along with sea lions and dolphins. Hear commentary from your naturalist guide, and get photo ops of the scenery at one of California's premier whale-watching destinations. And because the tour lasts just half a day, you have time left for sightseeing.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Warm layers are recommended
Sun protection, camera, binoculars, water, and snacks are recommended
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
If prone to motionsickness, please take precautionary measures and we also sell motion sickness remedies in the shop
DUE TO THE COVID19 SITUATION-All guests and crew are required to wear PPE/Masks in order to board the trip and throughout the entirety of the tour
We have limited capacity on our tours to ensure guests can maintain at least a 6 foot distance at all times
Increased cleaning/sanitiation procedures have been implemented in order to ensure the safety of all guests on board
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers