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
729 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This is definitely worth it
Anonymous,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is awesome. We saw groups of whales (8 in total) and some dolphins, sun fish, otters…etc. The cruise members are super organized and friendly as well, highly recommended!
Amazing experience
Joanne H,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic ! Got to see about 7 whales and some were so close to us, diving and tail flips ! Amazing Seeing the whales in their natural environment has been awesome
Whale watching in Monterey Bay was fabulous
N4161QUcynthiah,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience seeing whales and dolphins in the wild! Friendly and informative crew aboard the Monterey Princess
Whale ho
Daniel F,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice tour. Good crew. Only complaint was you have to pay extra to sit up top. Did not know that. We did see whales
Best Monterey Experience
shelia c,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Extremely well organized. very professional crew. knowledgeable naturalists. We were so happy and surprised to see many gray whales and and dolphins a beautiful trip highly recommend.
Wonderful and educational experience!
Getaway579130,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience on our whale watching cruise. Naturalist was so experienced and knowledgeable. Crew was so friendly and helpful . Saw several whales…great experience!
Great!
Cindy R,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visiting from Midwest. Great whale watch - saw three different types of whales! Highly recommend this whale watch experience.
Better than aquarium for the cost
Maps523644,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would do this again over the aquarium. Large group but did not feel overcrowded. Check-in was easy and staff was friendly. Tour length was as advertised. Expect a longer ride to the whale areas from Monterey, but better than driving up to San Jose in my opinion. Parking at the Wharf for the early trip was easy, even with our camper/truck/bike rack.
Awesome whale-watching...
Saritha M,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome whale-watching experience in Monterey! Highly recommended. We were lucky to see orcas and whales—truly unforgettable and exciting.
Ocean Adventure
jwalsh5875,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The reason for a level 4 review is that the sea was rough and we only saw one whale. The onboard naturalist and the boat captain made the most of the one whale, tracking it for over an hour. We saw large parts of the whale and lots of spouts. Also, the naturalist provided a running commentary on the whale and other wild life, like the birds that dive to 600 feet and rafts of sea lions. Overall, it was a great trip. The onboard naturalist was particularly good at keeping informed. Thank you, John W
From US$70.00
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