Monterey Sunset Whale Watch: Intimate Marine Experience
4.7
49 Ratings
Monterey
Embark on an intimate marine adventure with Monterey Sunset Whale Watch. Experience the beauty of Monterey Bay, spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more, while enjoying a breathtaking sunset. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Discovery Whale Watch - Join us for an evening tour exploring the Monterey Bay as we search for incredible marine life! Our primary focus is on whales, but other possibilities include: dolphin, sea lions, sea otters, and sea birds. Conclude the tour with an amazing view of the sunset over the water.
Beer & wine are available onboard for purchase.
What's Included
- On-board restrooms
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Monterey Bay stands as one of the world’s premier locations for whale spotting, made even more spectacular by the possibility of viewing sunsets during the summer and autumn seasons. Every excursion is guided and educated by an on-board Naturalist or Marine Biologist, who will assist in identifying wildlife, share intriguing details about the creatures we encounter, and answer any queries. Our vessels are compact in size to afford a more personal and closer engagement for each passenger.
- Expeditions last between 2.5 to 3 hours
- Refreshments like snacks, soft drinks, water, and alcoholic beverages can be purchased on the boat
- Anticipated sightings may include whales, dolphins, sea lions, sea otters, marine birds, and more
Location
66 Fishermans Wharf
Fishermans Wharf
Parking Address:
101 Figueroa Street
Monterey CA 93940
Find beginning of Fisherman's Wharf with Pink building/Blue Lighthouse (Harbor House)
Walk past all the gift shops and turn right when you see a giant clock or the Crab house Restaurant.
Will be on the right the BLUE Building.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(49 Ratings)
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56yvonnej
Sep 5, 2023
Great Lifetime Experience - Everyone should do this at least once in their life. The experience was amazing. The crew on my boat were knowledgeable and professional. I did witness some immaturity from other “shipmates” but the situation was handled well, without the crew even knowing what was happening. Their enthusiasm and expertise exceeded any negativity from other passengers. The sea life was amazing, I had a really great time. I definitely will be going again, when I can sneak away from work. I’m really grateful for the experience.
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Teresa_s
Sep 5, 2023
Whale Watch Tour - We throughly enjoyed this tour. We saw a lot of dolphins and sea lions as well as a Momma whale and her baby!!! Amazing!!!
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Rajaram
Sep 3, 2023
Sunset whale watching - We saw many dolphins and a few whales and, near the end we saw many sheer waters migrating across the ocean. Right before the boat started turning we saw a whale jump and on our way back we saw that beautiful sunset. Our guide seemed very knowledgeable and shared many facts about wildlife. He even offered us some pictures of that sunset. When we docked he sang a beautiful song for us. We had an amazing trip
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V9012lgsarad
Aug 24, 2023
Would book again - It was a WHALEY good trip!! Got to see a baby humpback playing while momma ate! Tour guide was super funny and entertaining
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Z2323vlkatiek
Aug 23, 2023
Fantastic- so many whales! - This was an incredible experience! We saw so many whales! It was our first whale watching experience and I doubt any future tour will be as good as this one was.
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Lnadf
Aug 15, 2023
Great tour to see whales ! - Great trip, very nice and helpful staff always willing to share experience and explain , bring warm clothes as it’s really cold at 8pm for the sunset trip. We loved it ! Thanks for the free coffee And chocolate!
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Cassiepe2765ct
Aug 13, 2023
Eat Whale Watching experience ever - Isiah, Jeremiah and Andrew did not disappoint. They were very knowledgeable, fun and passionate about what they do.
Loves it and would do it again and again.
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Fabatforty2014
Aug 8, 2023
Exhilarating - Great trip. Didn't get to see a whale but saw dolphins. Isaiah and the team looked after us really well. Great experience despite the abscent whale
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Travis_g
Aug 7, 2023
Awesome experience! - Saw multiple humpbacks and hundreds of dolphins! Crew was awesome and knowledgeable! Would go again in a second.
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Nikic579
Aug 1, 2023
Whale watching evening tour - The trip was good. We got to see whales up close to the boat and far from the boat. There was even a whale breaching in the distance. We also got to see sea lions and otters. A few people did get sea sick and we went back a bit early but that was fine instead of staying out longer & everyone getting sicker. Recommend this whale watching tour. Would do again.
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