Newport Beach Whale-Watching Boat Tour Along the Coast
by Davey's Locker Whale Watching
Overview
The whale-watching cruise departs from Newport Beach and lasts approximately two hours and fifteen minutes. The boat travels along the coast near Newport Beach and Laguna Beach, offering views of the ocean and shoreline. An onboard naturalist provides information about California marine life throughout the trip. Passengers can see up to twelve different species of whales, including blue, finback, grey, minke, and humpback whales. The cruise also includes sightings of more than six types of dolphins, such as giant Risso dolphins, white-sided dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and common dolphins. Large groups of dolphins, sometimes numbering over one thousand, may appear during the cruise. The luxury option features a spacious yacht with a 360-degree walk-around deck, fewer passengers, and faster speeds to reach distant marine mammals. All fees and taxes are included. Passengers should arrive at least one hour early due to limited parking near Balboa Pier Municipal Lot, especially during summer months. The cruise operates in all weather conditions. Certain restrictions apply: no high heels, no outside alcohol, ice chests, coolers, or glass containers are allowed. The vessel may change depending on availability.
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Itinerary
Newport-Harbor-Cruise
After boarding and obtaining a boarding pass, the vessel embarks on a 15-minute trip through Newport Harbor, passing by multi-million-dollar mansions along the shoreline. Passengers may visit the galley to buy beverages such as cocktails, beer, wine, soda, or water. Upon reaching the open ocean, the crew will look for a variety of marine wildlife including blue whales, finback whales, gray whales, minke whales, common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and sharks. Seating options include inside the galley or outside for viewing.
135 min
Meeting point
Parking is best found at the valet parking structure at 309 Palm St. Newport Beach, CA 92661 (corner of Adams St & E Bay Ave) or the Balboa Pier Municipal Parking Lot located at 1 Balboa Pier Newport Beach, CA. 92661. Please be prepared to pay for both. Oversized vehicles should use Balboa Pier.
End point
Parking is best found at the valet parking structure at 309 Palm St. Newport Beach, CA 92661 (corner of Adams St & E Bay Ave) or the Balboa Pier Municipal Parking Lot located at 1 Balboa Pier Newport Beach, CA. 92661. Please be prepared to pay for both. Oversized vehicles should use Balboa Pier.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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