Spot whales and dolphins on a 4-hour morning cruise with marine biologists onboard
4 hours
Whale watching, Marine biologist
Search for whales, dolphins, and seabirds on a four-hour morning whale watch tour led by marine biologists. Cruise on large, Coast Guard-inspected vessels designed for comfortable viewing.
Unless premium upper deck seating is selected, there is no guarantee which vessel your trip will take.
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a refund. No refunds for missed trips (you can be rebooked to another day). The trip may return early due to weather, conditions, or sightings; if you return early but saw whales, you get a raincheck on a future trip (no refund).
Product ID: 8KHG4K
Check in 30 minutes before departure; the boat leaves exactly at the scheduled departure time.
Dress warm in layers. Wear long pants, a jacket, and closed soft-sole shoes.
Bring any food or drinks you want during the trip. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat help, and binoculars and cameras are useful.
Monterey Bay Whale Watch Center, Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940
Such delightful 4 hour cruise! Our guides generously encouraged us to use ginger/ anti nausea for the expected swells and came around w ginger hard candy - then the sun emerged and so many dolphins (200+) pranced about us- then many humpback sightings ( approx20) .. lots of seabirds and wildlife ..incredible adventuring and felt very safe thru out. Wonderful folks w this company.
Debra Cottrell
August 31, 2026
Such delightful 4 hour cruise! Our guides generously encouraged us to use ginger/ anti nausea for the expected swells and came around w ginger hard candy - then the sun emerged and so many dolphins (200+) pranced about us- then many humpback sightings ( approx20) .. lots of seabirds and wildlife ..incredible adventuring and felt very safe thru out. Wonderful folks w this company.
Debra Cottrell
August 31, 2026
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