Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Overview
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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
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!
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Whale Watching Cruise
Whale Watching -VIP Upper Deck
Reviews
283 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wrong wharf
Ellis S,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
4.00It is very confusing that we booked for mossy when Monterey whale watching was all over your booking Bad deal
Exceeded expectations!
Jill V,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wear a jacket, windbreaker. Fantastic, ! Exceeded expectations! Boats communicate with each other regarding location of whales and sightings that day. We saw 20 whales; breaching, playful. Crew said it was the closest to the boat breeach they experienced- about 20 yards away. We were in the middle of a pod of hump back whales.
Took my parents for the...
Miguel A,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Took my parents for the trip and they had a blast with whale activity all around us. The tour guides were very professional and informative and very enthusiastic which made the trip just that more fun. Dress warm and comfortable for the morning trip just don't over do it. Recommend👍
Magical!!
Amanda C,
May 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00We love it! Got to see 10+ backhump whales and 2 dolphins as well!!! It was magical when the first whale came out. Juliet was great and so fun.
Hump Back Whale
Kate C,
May 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic! Saw several groups of whales. We only got to see one whale breech but it was a wonderful experience
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