Overview
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The price you see is the price you pay, no hidden fees or surcharges. We are the top destination for whale watching in Long Beach and Los Angeles. Our custom built high speed vessels can cover waters north to Santa Monica and south to Newport Beach for maximum range coverage resulting in maximum marine life sighting success. Our fleet of state of the art vessels adhere to strict safety codes and regulations, ensuring you and your friends and family enjoy a wonderful experience out on the water. All whale watching excursions embark under the guidance of highly trained captains not only equipped to man your boat, but also to provide informative narration of the wildlife you might encounter. Marine life we encounter includes: Gray Whales (November-April), Blue Whales (may-November), and year-round we can see Humpback Whales, Fin Whales, Minke Whales, Orcas, Dolphins, Sea Lions, Harbor Seals, rare Marine Birds, and much more!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Sealife Sightings are not guaranteed but if we don't see any Sealife you can come back in the future for free
What To Expect
The Queen Mary Tours & Exhibits
Our vessel will pass by the world famous Queen Mary while departing and coming back from your whale watching cruise
We will travel out into the open Pacific Ocean to search for amazing marine life including Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions, rare Marine Birds, and much more!
Options
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
What‘s Included
low emission engines means whales and their marine environment are not harmed or disturbed
2 to 2.5-hour whale watching cruise
Expert educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific highlighting all sights
Multiple Restrooms onboard
Sealife Guarantee If no sealife is seen, we'll issue you a free Voucher to join us in the future
Inside seating with climate controlled interiors, large windows, and outside seating
custom built state of the art whale watching catamarans, offering amazing stability and comfort
Seasoned Captains and crew who specialize in whale watching. Over 30-years whale watching experience
No food or drink are included but they are available for purchase onboard
Parking not included. We offer validation for discount parking in structure across the street
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
485 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour!
Debbiekayholcomb,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was awesome experience!! Saw a feeding frenzy with dolphins whales and sea otters. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Great experience. Do take...
Tylor A,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Do take the advice to wear a sweater if you plan on staying on deck. Was able to see a humpback and dozens and dozens of dolphins.
Must do in long beach
Sarah H,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We saw so many dolphins and whales and other birds. We got very lucky! Great boat, a lot of seating. Good and drinks. Great way to spend a day in Long Beach
Worth it
Eric N,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience and worth every penny. We got to see whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks, and a Mola Mola. You start out with a quick safety briefing and instructions on what is going to happen. Then the boat heads out to find what is currently between Catalina Island and Long Beach. The crew is fantastic and works pretty hard to get you close enough to see without invading the space of the animal.
Exceptional tour
Quest50387723698,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had a great time on the whale watching/dolphin watching tour. Nature was in our favor and we were able to see schools of playful dolphins and a Finback whale. The announcer provided great information about the area and the sea life.
What a great day!
roxymolly,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing. The crew were informative and friendly and the boat was smooth sailing. We saw 2 separate pods of dolphins and we were right in the middle of the pods so they were jumping all around. The boat then made a large circle so the dolphins could "surf" in the waves and have some fun. We had a lovely day on the water and I would recommend this tour to anyone!
It was great!
jason p,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We saw sea lions, dolphins and whales! The tour was as expected and the wildlife was out in full force.
Had a very good time with...
Alissa D,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a very good time with shared been a little bit more whales to see and that it wouldn't so cold but other than that it was a great time.
Beautiful
87kerenm,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a beautiful morning. We saw dolphins and a few whales.
Whales and Dolphins Everywhere!
ThomC,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing experience! We were in a group of 4 whales and about 150 dolphin for about an hour. The staff were amazing! Incredibly informative. Best experience ever!!
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