things to do in Salinas, CA

Fish Monterey Bay's nearshore reefs on an evening cod outing

Build surf skills with professional instruction at Pleasure Point

Spot whales on a 2.5–3 hour trip, offered daily November–March

Explore a protected underwater landscape with an experienced dive guide

Build practical keelboat sailing skills in a small-group course

Seek Monterey Bay killer whales on a six-hour small-group cruise led by an experienced photographer

Watch Monterey Bay wildlife from your own fast, open-deck boat

Watch for whales and dolphins as the sun sets over Monterey Bay

Spend more time exploring offshore and following wildlife sighting reports

Tailor a private Monterey Bay cruise with breakfast and refreshments

Watch Santa Cruz’s Wednesday regatta from a 65-foot catamaran

Discover Carmel with the perspective of guides who know it firsthand

Celebrate the season in a Victorian-style coach car with carols, cider, and Santa

Search Monterey Bay for great white sharks with expert naturalist narration

Watch whales and dolphins at sunset with expert crew guidance and photo tips on Monterey Bay.

Explore the setting that inspired Robinson Jeffers' poetry

Build coastal cruising skills through hands-on sailing and ASA certification testing

Catch delicious sand dabs on Monterey Bay with friendly crew aboard a galley-equipped boat

Spot whales and dolphins in Monterey Bay on a 2.5–3 hour afternoon cruise

Share a private Monterey Bay cruise with marine biologist insight

See the coast from the water aboard a smooth, stable catamaran

Celebrate the season aboard a decorated train through Santa Cruz

Ease into the evening with sunset views from a smooth, stable catamaran

Search northern Monterey Bay for sharks and marine wildlife with expert naturalist insight