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    Whale Watching Cruise From Old Fishermans Wharf

    Cruise Monterey Bay with experienced skippers on a family-friendly whale watching tour

    4.6 stars• 887 reviews

    Duration

    2.5 to 3 hours

    Includes

    Guided tour, Educational

    Highlights

    Explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary on a guided whale watching cruise that departs from Old Fisherman’s Wharf. Spend about 3 hours on the water with a crew that shares an educational experience along the way.

    • Choose a daily departure at 10am or 1:30pm
    • Ride through the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    • Watch for gray whales, killer whales, dolphins, porpoises, and turtles
    • Learn from skippers and crew during a guided cruise
    • Plan for 2.5 to 3 hours on the water

    Things to know

    Arrive 30–45 minutes early to check in. Pregnant women are not allowed on the trip. Departures may be delayed up to 30 minutes due to weather or other conditions.

    Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable. You may request to reschedule up to 24 hours before departure. Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather; if the seller cancels prior to departure, you can reschedule, get credit, or receive a full refund.

    Product ID: R2MHTH

    FAQs

    Dress in warm layers since it can be much cooler on the water. Wear long pants, a warm windproof jacket, and flat-soled closed-toe shoes. Bring a wide-brimmed hat or baseball cap, plus a warm cap, and pack sunglasses, sunblock, and chapstick.

    Buy beverages or snacks in the shop during check-in if you want them. No snacks or drinks are available for purchase on the boat.

    No. Pregnant women are not allowed on the cruise due to the boat’s inherent motion.

    Meeting details

    48 Fishermans Wharf #1, Monterrey CA

    Experience provided by Chris's Fishing and Whale Watching

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    $63.60

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    Child

    $42.40

    Ages 12 and Under

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