Santa Cruz Monterey Bay Whale-Watching Small-Group Boat Tour
Get out on the water to enjoy unobstructed views of Santa Cruz's marine life in Monterey Bay. Your guide knows the best spots for whale-watching, improving your odds of seeing one in the wild. In addition to different kinds of whales, you may also encounter porpoises, dolphins, sea otters, and more. Add context to what you see with insights from your guide.
Highlights
- ✓Ask your guide as many questions as you like about local wildlife
- ✓Skip the crowds on larger boats with a small-group tour
- ✓A morning tour frees up the rest of your day to sightsee
- ✓Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Join us for a fantastic day on the waters of Monterey Bay spending time Whale watching and seeing amazing animals like seals, otters, whales, dolphins, turtles, sharks and the coastal scenery of Monterey Bay. With intimate wildlife encounters, Animals are so close you can almost touch! Groups are small (1 to 6 people), we travel quietly, and the focus is on the wildlife with plenty of free time for us to explore. We draw on our experience and expertise to teach, educate and provide amazing experiences. A licensed and experienced Captain and naturalist.
- ✓Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! One of our nation's most spectacular marine protected areas, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world! This "Serengeti of the Sea"
- ✓Your gateway to the Monterey Bay!
What's included
- ✓Inflatable life jackets and 19 years of experience on a fun, safe and reliable vessel with modern up-to-date electronics with all safety gear required
What's not included
- ✓Snacks
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our boat is equipped with comfortable seats with backrest but even so, if you are pregnant, have a weak back or neck, or if you don't like going fast over the water, you should not go. If you have concerns please consider booking with one of the the large capacity vessels in Monterey bay
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Not recommended for travelers that do not like to go fast over the water
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Santa Cruz Monterey Bay Whale-Watching Small-Group Boat Tour
Get out on the water to enjoy unobstructed views of Santa Cruz's marine life in Monterey Bay. Your guide knows the best spots for whale-watching, improving your odds of seeing one in the wild. In addition to different kinds of whales, you may also encounter porpoises, dolphins, sea otters, and more. Add context to what you see with insights from your guide.
Highlights
- ✓Ask your guide as many questions as you like about local wildlife
- ✓Skip the crowds on larger boats with a small-group tour
- ✓A morning tour frees up the rest of your day to sightsee
- ✓Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Join us for a fantastic day on the waters of Monterey Bay spending time Whale watching and seeing amazing animals like seals, otters, whales, dolphins, turtles, sharks and the coastal scenery of Monterey Bay. With intimate wildlife encounters, Animals are so close you can almost touch! Groups are small (1 to 6 people), we travel quietly, and the focus is on the wildlife with plenty of free time for us to explore. We draw on our experience and expertise to teach, educate and provide amazing experiences. A licensed and experienced Captain and naturalist.
- ✓Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! One of our nation's most spectacular marine protected areas, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world! This "Serengeti of the Sea"
- ✓Your gateway to the Monterey Bay!
What's included
- ✓Inflatable life jackets and 19 years of experience on a fun, safe and reliable vessel with modern up-to-date electronics with all safety gear required
What's not included
- ✓Snacks
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our boat is equipped with comfortable seats with backrest but even so, if you are pregnant, have a weak back or neck, or if you don't like going fast over the water, you should not go. If you have concerns please consider booking with one of the the large capacity vessels in Monterey bay
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Not recommended for travelers that do not like to go fast over the water
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.