Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin-Watching Cruise
Experience a thrilling whale and dolphin-watching cruise in Newport Beach, spotting diverse marine life with expert guides.
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Important Information
- • Service animals allowed
- • Public transportation options available nearby
- • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Embark on an exhilarating whale and dolphin-watching cruise from Newport Beach. The nutrient-rich waters of Newport Harbor attract a variety of marine life, offering a 96% success rate for sightings. Keep an eye out for blue, finback, gray, and minke whales, as well as dolphins and seals. The tour provides scenic views of Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach, all while enjoying the calm ocean conditions unique to the Orange County coastline. With expert guidance from a captain and crew with marine biology backgrounds, you'll gain insights into the local marine ecosystem. Don't miss this chance to experience the vibrant marine life of Newport Beach.
Pros
- Spot diverse marine mammals
- Cruise on a specialized whale-watching vessel
- Enjoy proximity to Los Angeles
- See blue, finback, and gray whales
- Relax on calm ocean waters
Includes
- Whale and dolphin-watching cruise
- Captain and crew
- 40 mph speed boat with coast guard safety equipment
- Coast guard licensed captain and certified marine naturalist
Excludes
- Binoculars (available to rent)
- Drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drink, bring your own
- Gratuities
Tour Highlights
- • Spot diverse marine mammals
- • Cruise on a specialized whale-watching vessel
- • Enjoy proximity to Los Angeles
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