MONTEREY AND CARMEL · WHALE WATCHING
The trips worth booking.
The 7 monterey and carmel whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
3.5-hour Monterey whale watch with marine biologists, photo tips, and a real shot at gray, humpback, and blue whales.
Most Popular“Great weather, knowledgeable team and we saw over 25 whales. Perfect outing while looking for something g to do in Monterey.”
Monterey whale watching from Fisherman’s Wharf with expert naturalists, comfortable multi-deck boats, and a VIP upper deck option for $20.
“I've been on cruises and small boats in the Pacific Ocean. this boat was by far the most sea sick causing I've ever been on. about 45 minutes into the boat ride I got sea sick and began to vomit. my son got motion induced drowsiness. so I was terribly ill and my son was…”
Whale watching in Monterey Bay on a long-running company’s boat, with captain narration, onboard restroom, and a good shot at humpbacks.
“We were hoping to see whales and it was successful. Also the staff was Very pleasant and explained things we were seeing and answered questions”
Sea Goddess whale watching from Moss Landing in Monterey Bay. Spot humpbacks, orcas, and more on a 2–3 hour cruise.
“Great location for your hotel/Inn stay( booked the same day) and restaurants. The Sea Goddess Fantasy Tour Boat (Whale watching) , with parking was just five minutes away! We just loved that!!!!! They DID NOT disappoint!!! We took some amazing photos of whales, seals and dolphins! Great memories and an experience we’ll never forget! The…”
A 3-hour Monterey whale watching cruise with marine biologist narration, coffee or tea, and real help spotting whales and dolphins.
“We had a “whale of a time!” Great guide, very knowledgeable and we saw a humpback whale! and Risso’s dolphins! Excellent adventure!”
A small-boat afternoon whale watch from Monterey, led by marine biologists, with strong odds for humpbacks, dolphins, sea lions, and more.
“I wish that somewhere on the website instructions about what to expect, the company would have indicated that they strongly recommend you take something to prevent seasickness. During the instructions we received about 20 minutes before the trip started, the guide strongly encouraged everyone to take a seasickness pill which was only one dollar each.…”
A small-group sunset whale watch from Monterey’s Wharf with coffee, focused crew spotting, and a free evening onshore after about 3 hours.
“The crew was pleasant, informative and helpful. Safety was first and foremost with an intention to find sightings second. Once we saw whales, they intentionally stayed in the area and we saw lots of activity -blows, breaches, dives and jumping. It was so exciting. Isaiah was a rock star!!”
Every coast with a season worth booking, port by port.
