Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Overview
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We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer:
Two of the largest and most comfortable boats operating in Monterey – the 110 foot Princess Monterey and the 100 foot Atlantis Monterey.
Heated cabins with large windows for easy viewing and comfort in any weather.
Indoor and Outdoor seating with a 360-degree walk-around deck.
Optional VIP Upper Deck seating is available for an additional per person charge upon check in if space is available.
Vessels exceeding all United States Coast Guard safety requirements with full inspections and certifications.
Professional Marine Biologist and Naturalists to narrate the experience.
We cannot take children under 3 years old or pregnant women on our trips
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Can not take children under 3 years of age
Can not take pregnant women on our trips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Monterey Bay
As one of the only places in the world to whale watch year-round, Monterey Bay is abundant with a huge diversity of sea life, and is at the top of many things to do in Monterey. As a protected marine sanctuary rich with nutrients, the Monterey Bay Submarine Canyon thrives with a bounty of breathtaking wildlife including Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Gray Whales, Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Risso Dolphins, Long Beaked Common Dolphin, Bottlenose Dolphin, Dall’s Porpoise, Mola Mola aka Ocean Sunfish, Jellyfish, Sea Turtles, Sea Lions, Pelicans, Sea Otters and so much more! Board the 2 largest boats in the Monterey fleet the 110ft. Princess Monterey and the 100ft Atlantis Monterey. Limited VIP upper deck seating optional upgrade for an additional charge of $20 per person at time of check in if space is available.
What‘s Included
Restroom on board
We cannot take kids under 3 or pregnant women on our trips
Soda/Pop
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
VIP upper deck seating optional upgrade $20 per person at check in if space is available
Options
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Reviews
772 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good but struggled to hear guide
66V,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyed the trip but just wish I could have heard what the guide was saying - most of his talk was too quiet. Maybe it was due to the choppy sea and wind. Would also have liked a bit more explanation of their plan at some points - it felt in the end like they were just heading out killing time a bit but they may have had a purpose. Or maybe they did explain but we just couldn’t hear it. Having said all that we did see some whales which was incredible so they did their job
Awesome humpback whale sightings
Scott W,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on the 9 am tour. Our naturalist Kristen informed us of many of the different species of animals that we passed on our way out to see the whales. It was a great experience all around. We opted for the VIP viewing on the top level of the boat and it was well worth the extra cost.
A Whale of a good time!
Ray S,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience for all . Saw so many whales, dolphins, seals, etc. Naturalist and Captain were so knowledgeable. 3 hours went flying by as there was so much to see. The boat was comfortable , plenty of room to sit and walk around in decks. Well maintained vessel. Lots of options to book with other companies, but this was by far the best!
Worth to try.
helenhH9105VP,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. We saw gray whales, humpback whales, schools of dolphins. 30- 40 feet to the whales. Never thought could see them this close. Love it.
Great experience
474preetim,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Saw a few pods of gray whales. The naturalist on board was really great. Kept an eye out constantly and kept us involved and informed. The captain and all the crew were very helpful too.
Cetacea galore!
Susan H,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff were extremely knowledgeable and amazing to interact with. We saw 3 species of whales, 4 species of dolphins, sea lions and numerous kinds of birds. Betsy whale watching cruise I have ever experienced.
Do not go.
Harley B,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Long. Cold. Wet. Nauseating. Did not see any whales. Really just awful. And our tour guide was a “naturalist”..whatever that is. Basically she just talked about the birds we saw overhead the whole time because we saw NO whales. And then she would get distracted and say “ooo like that’s my favourite bird”…it was horrible. We got SOAKED. And it was freezing. Not worth it. 0/10 recommend
A must do for any visitors to Monterey
676adamq,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, the lady on the tannoy was so knowledgeable about all of the wildlife. We saw Humpbacks, Grey Whales, plenty of sea lions and sea birds
Best whale watching experience.
Kelly S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great time. Saw a bunch of sea life including many whales. Crew was wonderful. The crew member who narrated did an amazing, extremely informative job.
Whale watching
zobiai2026,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great experience. speaker lady was talking too much, I think she could have toned it down some. Other than that, great experience. Also the time could be cut down atleast by an hour or so.
From US$70.00
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