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Monterey Whale Watching Tour from Old Monterey - Book Your Whale-Watching Experience
Book a top-rated whale-watching outing with the #1 company operating in Monterey Bay, where you’ll enjoy a 99% success rate searching for marine life from two of the largest, most comfortable vessels in the area-the 110-foot Princess Monterey and the 100-foot Atlantis Monterey-while departing from Old Monterey in Monterey. Your comfort is prioritized with heated cabins and large viewing windows, indoor and outdoor seating, and a 360-degree walk-around deck for unbeatable sightlines; you can also request optional VIP Upper Deck seating for an additional per-person charge at check-in if space allows. The vessels surpass United States Coast Guard safety standards and carry full inspections and certifications, and professional marine biologists and naturalists narrate the experience so you’ll learn as you watch. Please note children under 3 years old and pregnant women cannot be accommodated on these trips.
About this activity in Old Monterey
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Experience Monterey Bay’s top-rated whale watching with a 99% success rate aboard two of the largest, most comfortable vessels in the area: the 110-foot Princess Monterey and the 100-foot Atlantis Monterey.
- Enjoy heated cabins with large viewing windows plus indoor and outdoor seating on a full 360-degree walk-around deck - perfect for sightseeing in any weather.
- Listen to expert narration from a professional marine biologist and trained naturalists who bring the region’s wildlife and marine ecology to life.
- Travel with confidence: both vessels exceed United States Coast Guard safety standards and carry full inspections and certifications.
Important Information
- Restrooms are available on board for your convenience.
- Optional VIP upper-deck seating may be purchased at check-in for $20 per person if space remains.
- Light refreshments such as coffee, tea, soda and snacks are not provided on the trip; plan accordingly.
- Public transportation options serve the nearby waterfront; if you have spinal or serious cardiovascular concerns, this tour is not recommended.
Meeting Point
Arrive at the Monterey waterfront boarding area in Old Monterey and check in at the designated boarding kiosk at least 30 minutes before departure. Look for crew instructions on the dock to complete boarding procedures.
Includes
- Restroom on board for your comfort during tours in Old Monterey, Monterey - convenient for longer Events and Water-Based departures
- You’ll find traveler-friendly practices on board that make it easier to focus on the experience while in the Old Monterey area
- Facilities are arranged to support a range of event types, from tours and sightseeing to shows and Water-Based activities around Monterey
Excludes
- You cannot bring children under 3 years of age on trips in Old Monterey, Monterey - this policy helps maintain safety for all guests
- Pregnant women are not permitted on these trips for safety reasons; please plan alternative arrangements if you’re expecting
- Beverages such as soda/pop and coffee or tea are not provided or permitted on board
- Snacks are not included or allowed during the experience
- VIP upper-deck seating is available as an optional upgrade for $20 per person at check-in, subject to availability
Other
- Public transportation options are available nearby in Old Monterey, making it easy to reach the meeting point without driving
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - if you have a spinal condition, please choose a different experience in the area
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - consider alternative activities if you have heart-related concerns
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels overall, so most visitors to the region can participate comfortably
- Children under 3 cannot be accommodated on these trips; please plan childcare or alternative family arrangements
- Pregnant women cannot be accommodated on these trips; please select a different experience in the destination for a safe option
Customer Reviews
9/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Very exciting and informative tour of Monterey Bay. We would highly recommend it to first time visitors in this area
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Summary:
The naturalist who narrated the trip was very knowledgeable and helped point out wildlife as she saw it in the water. Not as many whales as I had hoped to see but enough. The sea otters frolicking in the water were delightful.
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Summary:
It was our first time whale watching and we had the chance to see several humpbacks. We would definitely come back again to experience it all over.
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Know more about Old Monterey
You’ll experience the #1 whale watching company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate, narrated by a professional marine biologist and naturalists. Trips operate from two of the largest, most comfortable boats in the area - the 110-foot Princess Monterey and the 100-foot Atlantis Monterey - giving you excellent chances to see whales and other marine life while enjoying heated cabins and 360-degree outdoor viewing decks.
Safety is a priority: the vessels exceed all United States Coast Guard safety requirements and undergo full inspections and certifications, so you can focus on the wildlife, scenery, and narration from our professional naturalists with confidence.
Whale watching in the area is a great activity for families and groups seeking outdoor nature and sightseeing experiences; however, you should note that children under 3 years old and pregnant women cannot be taken on trips, and some food and beverages like soda, coffee, and snacks are not included onboard.
Yes. The vessels feature heated cabins with large windows for easy viewing and comfort in any weather, plus indoor and outdoor seating with a full 360-degree walk-around deck so you can choose sheltered or open-air viewing during your wildlife and nature excursion.
Yes. Optional VIP Upper Deck seating is available as an upgrade at check-in for an additional charge per person if space is available, providing an enhanced vantage point for sightseeing and photography on your Monterey Bay outing.
You’ll find this Monterey Bay whale watching experience ideal for Outdoor & Nature and wildlife enthusiasts, Adventure & Thrill seekers, tours and sightseeing visitors, romantic couples looking for a memorable ocean outing, and groups wanting a comfortable, narrated marine excursion guided by expert naturalists.
