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1 hour 30 minutes
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Our sunset cruises take in amazing sunsets while cruising though Newport Bay and along the Newport Beach Gold Coast. Newport Bay is the largest recreational bay on the West Coast as well as the largest natural bay. During each cruise, hundreds of yachts, sailing ships, and cruise ships navigate the harbor and create a festive boating experience. While taking in the sights enjoy a full bar with all your favorite drinks. As the sun sets see bon fires glistening from the sand set to the backdrop of brilliant skyline lighting up the Newport Beach coastline. Soon your back inside the bay and what has only seemed a few minutes is in fact the entire cruise as the ship returns to dock. Cruises are 90 minutes in length.
*Departure times after 7:30pm are considered our evening cruises
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Balboa Fun Zone
We all need some fun in our lives and that’s why we are restoring this iconic destination where good times are had and memories have been made for generations. As the new owners, we are a local family who is honored to lead the preservation of the Balboa Fun Zone, and to work with the city and community of Newport Beach over the next couple of years to breathe new life into this 80-year-old landmark. Be sure to check out our latests events to see what is happening at the Fun Zone!
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Alcoholic Beverages
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15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
charles a,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
It would have help if there was someone explaining what we were seeing. Instead of us not knowing what we were seeing.
Kimberly W,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
We saw a beautiful sunset on our cruise around the bay. We loved floating around the islands and loved seeing all the coves and beaches in the area.
Jennifer P,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We enjoyed an hour and half ride that was so amazing. The sunset was breathtaking. All the descriptions prepared us for little narration but we just took in the sights. Saw a sea lion swimming and my 2 teens thought it was perfect!



Michelle B,,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We saw more than we expected and the sunset and moon were both beautiful. Thank you for easy reservations and great staff.
vxqdsy4c2q,,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
Boat leaves exactly on time! Beautiful views. Great, easy playlist. Just what we wanted. Plus we saw dolphins.
Scott R,,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Just a nice cruise around the bay and into the Pacific for a bit. We were lucky enough to have about a dozen dolphins swimming and playing around the boat. It was amazing. Don’t expect much narration, just good music, good drinks and good scenery. Great way to end the day!



Linda S,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Enjoyed the sunset cruise, it was a beautiful evening. Staff was very accommodating, only improvement would be a little narration throughout the cruise.


Joan P,,Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was a very relaxing 90 minutes. We watched the amazing sunset, sipped some wine and took glorious photos. Perfect, and very well worth the money.
Y2632GFsherryb,,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We loved seeing the sea lions. The workers were kind and thoughtful and made the trip. The drinks were pricy but generously poured.

Karen M,,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was a beautiful evening. Wonderful crew,delightful passengers. Just enjoyable. One negative PARKING.


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