Monterey Bay Whale Watching

4.6 (402 Viator reviews) 2 hrs – 3 hrs Monterey & Carmel area

Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel
Breaching humpback whale in Monterey Bay with Sea Goddess Whale Watching
Goddess Fantasy vessel for Sea Goddess whale watching Monterey Bay out of Moss Landing, California.
Spyhopping humpback whale on Monterey Bay with Sea Goddess Whale Watching
Dolphin Pod on Monterey Bay

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About this activity

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey Bay Canyon, one of the largest underwater canyons in the world! This nutrient-rich zone attracts all types of marine life, making Moss Landing the best place for whale watching tours in the entire Monterey Bay. With many migratory whales, we’re able to offer guaranteed whale sightings year-round.

Since we our tours depart out of Moss Landing – Less Travel Time than Monterey wharf departures, and More Whale Watching Time!

The Biggest & Nicest Boats on Monterey Bay with 360 Degree walk around deck, interior cabin with windows and clean bathrooms

Premium VIP Upper Deck seating available (best for viewing)

Favorite Whale Watching Tour by both locals and tourists

Marine Biologist Tour Guides to narrate your experience

FREE parking on street if available

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 180 min

    The Monterey Bay is California’s best location for viewing humpback whales, killer whales a.k.a. orcas, gray whales, blue whales, great white sharks and the abundance of marine species including dolphins, jellyfish and mola mola, which call the Pacific Ocean home. Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises you a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, at the mouth of the Monterey Bay Canyon, one of the largest underwater canyons in the world! The canyon is a nutrient-rich zone that attracts all types of marine life, making Moss Landing the best place for whale watching tours in the entire state of California, and Monterey Bay including San Francisco. In fact, the Monterey Bay is home to resident whales & dolphins and visited by so many migratory whales that we’re able to offer guaranteed whale sightings year-round. Plan your day!

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Restroom on board

Not included

  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Head towards the Moss Landing harbor office and you will see our large mobile office for check-in.

End point: Head towards the Moss Landing harbor office and you will see our large mobile office for check-in.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No walkers or wheelchairs allowed for safety reasons
  • Not Available for infants or children under 3 years old due to safety reasons
  • All passengers must be able to support themselves with both hands at all times with the motion of the boat

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.6/5

402 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star339
  • 4 star20
  • 3 star6
  • 2 star9
  • 1 star28

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