Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

160 Reviews4.34 out of 5 stars Based on 160 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Newport Beach, USA
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Overview

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, several types of dolphin, seals, and other neat marine life.  Just outside of Newport Bay is the beginning of one of the largest marine protected areas in southern California created to protect this rich ecosystem for future generations. The protected marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures including whales and dolphin.  With such amazing habitat for mammals so close to Newport Bay, whale watching cruises of 2-2.5 hours is all that is needed for viewing these giants. Newport Landing offers multiple whale watching cruises daily and with a 96% success rate viewing whales and/or dolphins, almost every trip will have viewing opportunities.
*New is a brand new double decker whale watching catamaran with bow seating, upper and lower deck 360 views, and much more.

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What's Included

  • Landing and facility fees
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks

Meeting Location

Meeting point

309 Palm St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

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Located on the Balboa Boardwalk in Newport Beach. Suite A.

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What To Expect

Select from several whale watching cruise times daily and year-round. Our whale watching & dolphin cruises view giant blue whales, finback whales, gray whales, humpback whales, minke whales, several species of dolphin and more.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-43063P1

Reviews

4.34
160 reviews

Average 4.34 out of 5 stars based on 160 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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