Overview
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3 hours
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The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected and approved with indoor accommodations, bathrooms and seating. Our captains are among the most experienced and will provide you a fully narrated trip, bringing to life the wonders of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary and surrounding area. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime tour in the whale watching capitol of the world.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Duration:3 hours
Operating Schedule:Departures daily at 10am & 1:30pm. Check in is at 9:30am or 1pm. For Parking use 201 Washington Street then proceed to 48 Fisherman's Wharf #1 Monterey, Ca 93940.
For Parking use 201 Washington Street.
Options
Whale Watching
What‘s Included
Restroom on board
Snacks
Lunch
Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
542 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would Recommend!
544heidit,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Reed, Captain Matt and crew provided a great tour! We were so lucky to experience everything we did! Easy to book! They were responsive to a message I sent and it was easy to find! Would highly recommend!
Best experience ever!
Hilary N,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phenomenal!! Super friendly, patient with us, funny. Got to see 3 different species of whales and whales jumping and breaching the surface with their mouths open! Enjoyed it being a smaller boat with less people. Highly recommend!
Whale Watching Monterey CA
280jont,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A good whale watch tour with a great captain and first mate. Easy to find with a great paid parking lot very nearby. On this tour we saw 5 different dolphins, plus humpbacks and the blue whale (a first for me). The number of passengers was ok for this time of year and with the World Cup going on.
Smaller boat: bigger views, better proximity, best experience!
lynna143,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Tigger and our guide, Captain Kevin, brought us past seal lions and otters in the harbor, introduced us to the legends of the albatross, and delivered us to the heart of blue whales’ kitchen table. I never miss an opportunity to tour the local waters when I’m on vacation. Captain Chris’s whale watching excursions are among my all time favorites. No snacks. No drinks. No extra doo-dads or photo keychains for sale. Just marine life, whales, people, fun, and new friends.
Blue whales
Joseph O,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend and do again it was so much fun!
Flying Whales!!
dejourb2026,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience! Saw so many whales and dolphins that were a few feet away from the boat. We got to watch a whale jump out of the water for 20minutes non stop, absolutely unreal!!
Wonderful experience! We loved our knowledgeable guide and his precious son who accompanied him on the trip!
664leanng,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Family owned business! Chris, the original since 1949, even gave me a call the day before!
Orcas
E2944GRkens,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a lovely day in the bay during which we saw several pods of orcas, which we understand are rare at this time and place- as well as numerous harbor seals and a variety of sea birds. Our guide Kevin, informative and enthusiastic, helped make the experience a memorable one. Although the sea was fairly calm there were swells that made us happy that we had taken dramamine before boarding to ward off any signs of sea sickness.
Highly recommend
385robinb,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best privately own business in Monterey. I have been on dozens of trips with them throughout the years. Hands down the best. Every time, we have seen whales, enjoyed Risso dolphins, and had our questions a answered. I'm an old lady now, I went Monday. They helped me onto the boat. It was the #1 experience. I say that after being on dozens of times. with them and other companies. I highly recommend going. Oh and you get to be on the boat with people ALL over the world. The look on their faces, first time seeing a whale, priceless. 3 hour trip. WORTH every dollar.
The ocean was very rough...
colemanegc2004,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The ocean was very rough which cannot be controlled. However, they did an excellent job in finding whales.
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