Newport Beach Whale Watching Tours


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10 Best Newport Beach Whale Watching Tours

The trips worth booking.

The 10 newport beach 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.

10 Best Newport Beach Whale Watching Tours

Newport Beach: 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour - What the 2-hour cruise actually feels like: Balboa to The Wedge
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Newport Beach: 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour

1.Newport Beach: 2-Hour Whale Watching Tour

A 2-hour Newport Beach whale watching cruise from 400 Main St with year-round marine sightings, expert guides, and big Orange County views.

Most Popular 4.2

“Instructions for where to check in and timeline could improve. We felt a little lost, found the line, didn't realize we had to go inside to check-in first, etc. Once the check-in was done and we were on board, everything went great. Didn't get to see any whales but was given vouchers for another visit.…”

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach - Price and value: why $31 can still be a smart buy
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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2.Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach whale-watching cruise with marine-biology crew, seasonal whale chances, and plenty of dolphins and seals. Options include a luxury upgrade.

4.5

“We went on the 1/19 12pm tour and unfortunately saw NOTHING. I understand this is not the tour’s fault, however it is extremely frustrating considering I paid over $120 for 3 tickets. The tour operator did give $7 vouchers for next trip, however this is quite useless when we do not live in the area…”

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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise - How the timing works on the water (and why Stop 1 and Stop 2 are both Newport)
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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA - A 2–2.5 Hour Private Cruise With a Small-Boat Advantage
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Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA

4.Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA

Private VIP whale and dolphin tour from Newport Harbor with USCG-licensed naturalist, small boat ride, and flexible post-trip stops.

5.0

“We went on a Dolphin/Whale watching excursion with Nick from East Meets West yesterday morning. It was honestly the trip of a lifetime! Nick was our captain and is extremely knowledgeable about marine life. We learned alRead more”

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Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff - What the ride feels like: deck views, 360 walking, and getting a little wet
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Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

5.Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Newport Beach whale watching on a 50’ fast catamaran with low capacity, 360 views, and a short Balboa Fun Zone stop.

4.5

“I was excited for this trip as it’s migration season for the whales going from Alaska to Mexico. We saw a grey whale and got to see it many times as it surfaced every 2 minutes or so. It was so awesome. Then we headed for a pod of bottle nosed dolphins who loved riding…”

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Newport Beach: Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise - The 65-Foot, Two-Deck Boat That Actually Helps You Watch
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Newport Beach: Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise

6.Newport Beach: Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise

Year-round Newport Beach whale watching on a two-deck purpose-built 65-foot cruise. Calm water, seasonal whales, and a 96% success rate.

4.2

“My family really enjoyed this trip . Staff was profesional and friendly.. Although we didn’t get to see whales this time we got to see other sea creature. Recommend 100%.”

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Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach - Watching whales and dolphins with a naturalist, not a script
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Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

7.Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Private 2.5-hour Newport Beach boat tour with a marine naturalist. Hunt for whales and dolphins up to 6 for $425 per group.

5.0

“Dustin was great in communicating where to meet and where to park. The excursion itself was very fun and we were able to see a huge pod of dolphins as well as some very entertaining sea lions. The Southern California coastline is a beautiful sight and the architecture along the way was phenomenal.”

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Supreme 2hr Whale/Dolphin Watching Newport Beach, 6 person max - The Six-Person Boat Advantage (and Why It Matters)
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Supreme 2hr Whale/Dolphin Watching Newport Beach, 6 person max

8.Supreme 2hr Whale/Dolphin Watching Newport Beach, 6 person max

Semi-private Newport Beach sunset cruise for whales and dolphins, small boat up to 6, captain-led wildlife spotting.

5.0

“Tour was amazing and so was our guide, Capt. Nick. We saw blue whales and some dolphins. It was very exciting to see marine wildlife in their natural habitat and learn more of the local marine life. The small boat was a plus , we were able to get to the whales faster and see…”

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach - Price and value: why $31 can still be a smart buy
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Whale Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

9.Whale Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale watching from Newport Beach off Palos Verdes on a 45-passenger boat with live commentary, marine wildlife spotting, and onboard drinks.

3.5

“Solo trip for me. Boat and staff were very nice and I enjoyed how excited Cap. Andy was about the marine life. Really enjoyed it even though I didn't see a whale.”

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Superior 2hr Private Whale & Dolphin Watching Newport Beach

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