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Wildlife
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey
Price: From $70.00
4.8 rating • 974 reviews
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Meeting point: Board at Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey at the operator location listed in your confirmation.
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Overview
Whale Watching Tour From Monterey is a water-based guided outing in Monterey, California centered on Old Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Bay, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Old Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Bay, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and Depart from Old Fisherman's Wharf. The experience emphasizes Naturalist commentary on marine wildlife, Depart from Old Fisherman's Wharf, and Search for gray, humpback, and blue whales. Scheduled stops include Old Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Bay, and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Landmarks referenced in the route include Old Fisherman's Wharf and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. The route combines wildlife observation along the route, neighborhood landmarks and open views, and destination interpretation throughout the route. The outing typically lasts 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.). Travel is organized as boat travel with route pacing matched to the destination.
Highlights
- Guided whale-watching cruise from Monterey Bay
- Views of dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds
- Depart from Old Fisherman's Wharf
- Naturalist commentary on marine wildlife
- Search for gray, humpback, and blue whales
What’s included
- Live commentary on board
Itinerary
Stop
15 minutesOld Fisherman's Wharf
Board the vessel at Monterey's historic wharf before heading into the bay.
Stop
2 hours 30 minutesMonterey Bay
Cruise protected sanctuary waters while the crew searches for whales and dolphins.
Pass by
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Through sanctuary waters with commentary on seasonal whale migration patterns.
FAQs
How long is the Whale Watching Tour From Monterey?
The planned duration is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Where does the tour depart from in Monterey?
Board at Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey at the operator location listed in your confirmation.
Additional info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
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