Monterey Bay Whale Watching

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Overview

Available languages

English

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Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey Bay Canyon, one of the largest underwater canyons in the world! This nutrient-rich zone attracts all types of marine life, making Moss Landing the best place for whale watching tours in the entire Monterey Bay. With many migratory whales, we’re able to offer guaranteed whale sightings year-round.

Since we our tours depart out of Moss Landing – Less Travel Time than Monterey wharf departures, and More Whale Watching Time!

The Biggest & Nicest Boats on Monterey Bay with 360 Degree walk around deck, interior cabin with windows and clean bathrooms

Premium VIP Upper Deck seating available (best for viewing)

Favorite Whale Watching Tour by both locals and tourists

Marine Biologist Tour Guides to narrate your experience

FREE parking on street if available

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

No Walkers allowed

Not Available for infants or children under 3 years old due to safety reasons

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Restroom on board

Snacks

Alcoholic Beverages

Lunch

Soda/Pop

What To Expect

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The Monterey Bay is California’s best location for viewing humpback whales, killer whales a.k.a. orcas, gray whales, blue whales, great white sharks and the abundance of marine species including dolphins, jellyfish and mola mola, which call the Pacific Ocean home. Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises you a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, at the mouth of the Monterey Bay Canyon, one of the largest underwater canyons in the world! The canyon is a nutrient-rich zone that attracts all types of marine life, making Moss Landing the best place for whale watching tours in the entire state of California, and Monterey Bay including San Francisco. In fact, the Monterey Bay is home to resident whales & dolphins and visited by so many migratory whales that we’re able to offer guaranteed whale sightings year-round. Plan your day!

3 hours • Admission Included

Options

Whale Watching Cruise

Whale Watching -VIP Upper Deck

Reviews

4.71

307 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Whale Watching in Monterey

    GARRY H,

    Nov 10, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Next to Alaska, Monterey is the best place to go whale watching. Due to the abundant supply of food for the whales, your chances to observe them are great. Our Fantasy Goddess crew were fantastic!

  • I would rather not give a...

    Kerry G,

    Oct 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    I would rather not give a review, this was no one‘s fault of my own that I missed the boat, due to eating some bad food at Katie‘s place in Carmel. I was sick and unable to get there on time. I arrived at 9:15 and the boat had already left.

  • Great location for your...

    Juan M,

    Oct 23, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    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 staff were very professional and made sure everyone stayed safe!!!! I strongly recommend this tour!!!

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  • Wonderful experience

    charlottev227,

    Oct 22, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Would highly recommend this tour. Despite the fog, we managed to see humpback whales and some dolphins, so props to the crew for spotting them! The boat is big so plenty of space to stand outside and take in the views. As two people prone to seasickness, the bigger boat was also ideal as it was much less rocky and we could stand outside in the fresh air the whole time without getting in anyone's way. The commentary of the tour operators was informative but not constant, so we could enjoy the sights in peace. Overall, a great experience!

  • Whale Watching is a must!

    gotkona,

    Oct 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Absolutely wonderful time on Sea Goddess Fantasy yesterday. No seasickness at all but followed their recommendations on their website. Not only did we humpback whales but were fortunate enough to see a pod of Orcas hunting. Amazing.

  • HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

    Carrietreks,

    Oct 9, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a great time. Saw LOTS of whales ands learned a lot about them too. The captain and crew were pleasant and professional. A day to remember.

  • A Must Do if you are in the Area

    KatkandoAnnapolis,

    Oct 4, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Check in was easy, the boat was clean and the crew welcoming. We paid for the upper deck experience with extra time with the marine biologist, which we recommend if you have curiosity about the marine mammals and other sea life, and about ocean conservation. However, for viewing whales in front of the boat you need to be on the main deck. We had a tremendously successful morning with calm water and humpback whales within minutes of entering the bay. Over 20 unique individuals feeding around us, rafts of sealions -- which you have to see to believe! -- diving birds, two sea otters, various jellyfish, and even bottlenose dolphin!

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    christine D,

    Sep 2, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Bundle up it’s cold. Take seasickness meds if you are prone. The crew was excellent. Waters were choppy and lots of fog.

  • Super

    Severine E,

    Sep 1, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    take a sweater it's cold;) apart from that everything was great I recommend we saw several whales and seals too

  • Humpback whales galore

    Delma D,

    Aug 19, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    A beautiful day on the bay surrounded by breaching whales and lots of sea birds. A great crew and clean ship. Super efficient. The naturalist who narrated the trip was proficient, easy to understand, and flexible.

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4.71
307 reviews

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