Monterey Whale Watching: Comfortable, Educational Marine Experience

Embark on a comfortable and educational whale watching adventure in Monterey Bay. Enjoy heated cabins, panoramic views, and expert narration by marine biologists. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Monterey Bay - As one of the only places in the world to whale watch year-round, Monterey Bay is abundant with a huge diversity of sea life, and is at the top of many things to do in Monterey. As a protected marine sanctuary rich with nutrients, the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon thrives with a bounty of breathtaking wildlife including Humpback…
What's Included
  • On-board restrooms for your convenience.
What's Not Included
  • We cannot take kids under 3 or pregnant women on our trips
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Tea and coffee
  • Snacks
  • VIP upper deck seating optional upgrade $20 per person at check in if space is available
Additional Information

We take pride in being the top-rated Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay, boasting a 99% success rate. We provide:
Monterey’s two largest and most comfortable boats – the 110 foot Princess Monterey and the 100 foot Atlantis Monterey.
Climate-controlled cabins endowed with large windows to ensure easy viewing and comfort regardless of the weather….

Location
96 Fishermans Wharf
Fishermans Wharf
PARKING INSTURCTIONS-GPS ADDRESSES TO PARKING AREAS WATERFRONT LOT 245 WASHINGTON ST. MONTEREY HERITAGE HARBOR PARKING GARAGE 99 PACIFIC ST. MONTEREY You will walk down the wharf with the shops and restaurants, we are the yellow building toward the end of the wharf.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jeremy
Apr 3, 2025
Comfortable Boat, Friendly Crew, Lots of Whales - Large boat with a friendly and knowledgeable crew. Tour lasted a little less than 3 hours, dock-to-dock. We saw several groups/pairs of Humpback Whales. At one point the boat was among over a dozen whales and there were wales to see in every direction. Also saw large groups of seal ions, and some of them came over to check out the boat.
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T3552dmlawrencel
Mar 31, 2025
Bucket List item checked! - We had an absolutely amazing time!!! Kate did such a GREAT job!!! Extremely knowledgeable and her passion for these amazing creatures came through in her words. We saw 6 - 7 whales repeatedly including 3 that were playing in a string of kelp for almost half an hour!! Amazing bucket list experience!
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Monica_e
Mar 30, 2025
Really nice experience my... - Really nice experience my son really enjoyed. We will definitely booked again in the future. All staff was great thank you
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Rene_m
Mar 28, 2025
Prepare for wind and rain... - Prepare for wind and rain and a long ride. It was worth it. We saw 2-3 whales surfacing and tails flipping out of the water for their deep dive. Boat captain gave us interesting whale facts.
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Lindafb7286xo
Mar 26, 2025
Great time! - It was awesome! Great staff and your guide! I highly recommend this tour. It's best to go on a clear day, sunny and more calm water to avoid sea sickness.
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Kathy_p
Mar 25, 2025
Had a great time! - Had so much fun! Lots of whale sightings this weekend! Would recommend the upper deck for the best views!
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Sonia_p
Mar 23, 2025
Great experience at the sea. - It was good we saw the whales, the staff was very friendly and attentive. The boat ride was rocky but enjoyable..
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Dharmesh_d
Mar 22, 2025
Great tour. - The tour was good. The staff was nice and accommodating. We saw a few whales and returned. I would recommend it but come when their are alot of whales in the bay.
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Ym1854
Apr 3, 2025
Good to be there - 2h30m trip to whales watching. It’s a good experience because we saw groups of sea lions and some humpback whales.
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Hondor2021
Mar 30, 2025
Monterey Princess Whale watching - Whale watching was good. It was early in the season so only saw a couple humpback whales but the capt knew where to go and the two whales were very active which was cool. Overall good experience and worth the time and money.
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