Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

From USD 36

4.1

193 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, several types of dolphin, seals, and other neat marine life. Just outside of Newport Bay is the beginning of one of the largest marine protected areas in southern California created to protect this rich ecosystem for future generations. The protected marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures including whales and dolphin. With such amazing habitat for mammals so close to Newport Bay, whale watching cruises of 2-2.5 hours is all that is needed for viewing these giants. Newport Landing offers multiple whale watching cruises daily and with a 96% success rate viewing whales and/or dolphins, almost every trip will have viewing opportunities.

*New is a brand new double decker whale watching catamaran with bow seating, upper and lower deck 360 views, and much more.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum drinking age is 21 years

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

A maximum of 20 people per booking

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Landing and facility fees

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Food and drinks

Options

2:30pm Departure

Tour departs at 2:30pm

9am Departure

Tour departs at 9am

Mid Day Departures

Mid Day Departure: Tour departs at 1:00pm or 12pm

12pm Departure

12:00pm Departure: Tour departs at 12:00pm

Operated by Newport Landing Whale Watching

Reviews

4.1

193 reviews

111

Relaxing and very informative
Mary M,
Oct 22, 2024
5.0
Alan the volunteer on the boat shared so much information about whales that I didn’t mind That we did not see any. He was great!
Breathtaking
Tiffany W,
Oct 21, 2024
5.0
Amazing staff and was so excited to actually get to see so many dolphins on our trip! What a great size boat for this experience.
Find a different company to whale/dolphin watch!
Diomarys N,
Oct 7, 2024
2.0
We thankfully saw a lot of dolphins but didn't get to see whales. The staff were not friendly and did not engage with any of us. I've done dolphin watches before and the staff have historically been enthusiastic...This was the complete opposite. And to top it off, we had ZERO clue the conductor turned around! He didn't tell us he was heading back early. I understand the fog was no one's fault, but there was zero communication.
Dolphins
Alan S,
Sep 24, 2024
5.0
Excellent trip, loads of dolphins but no whales, great value for money, 5 stars to the captain and the crew.
Whale watching not whale seeing
Ray G,
Sep 1, 2024
4.0
Lots of Common Dolphins but no whales. We knew it would be a chance encounter. Only real negative were directions to the boat.