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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

By Newport Landing Whale Watching
8.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $52 per adult
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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, grey 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.

Activity location

  • 309 Palm St
    • 309 Palm Street
    • 92661, Newport Beach, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 309 Palm St
    • 309 Palm Street
    • 92661, Newport Beach, California, United States

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12pm Departure
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

12:00pm Departure: Tour departs at 12:00pm

Language options: English
Starting time: 12:00pm
Price details
CA $72.86 x 1 AdultCA $72.86
Total
Price is CA $72.86

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLanding and facility fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSouvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A maximum of 20 people per booking

Activity itinerary

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

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES309 Palm St
    • 309 Palm Street
    • 92661, Newport Beach, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE309 Palm St
    • 309 Palm Street
    • 92661, Newport Beach, California, United States

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

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10.0 out of 10

Irene_C

Reviewed on Viator
11 Mar 2025
Absolutely amazing experience. The water was a little choppy when we went out, but we were still able to see dolphins and they were majestic. The crew on board were very knowledgeable.
10.0 out of 10

Mary_M

Reviewed on Viator
22 Oct 2024
Alan the volunteer on the boat shared so much information about whales that I didn’t mind That we did not see any. He was great!
10.0 out of 10

Tiffany_W

Reviewed on Viator
21 Oct 2024
Amazing staff and was so excited to actually get to see so many dolphins on our trip! What a great size boat for this experience.
4.0 out of 10

Diomarys_N

Reviewed on Viator
7 Oct 2024
We thankfully saw a lot of dolphins but didn't get to see whales. The staff were not friendly and did not engage with any of us. I've done dolphin watches before and the staff have historically been enthusiastic...This was the complete opposite. And to top it off, we had ZERO clue the conductor turned around! He didn't tell us he was heading back early. I understand the fog was no one's fault, but there was zero communication.
10.0 out of 10

Alan_S

Reviewed on Viator
24 Sept 2024
Excellent trip, loads of dolphins but no whales, great value for money, 5 stars to the captain and the crew.
10.0 out of 10

David_A

Reviewed on Viator
22 Sept 2024
Muy bonita la experiencia se vieron delfines focas ballenas no pero está bien se pasó genial un día de bastante relax recomendado.
8.0 out of 10

Ray_G

Reviewed on Viator
1 Sept 2024
Lots of Common Dolphins but no whales. We knew it would be a chance encounter. Only real negative were directions to the boat.
10.0 out of 10

Cathy_G

Reviewed on Viator
11 Aug 2024
Captain and crew were amazing. It was a very pleasant trip. We saw a fin whale, dolphins, and seals.
10.0 out of 10

leslie_h

Reviewed on Viator
10 Aug 2024
Got to see a dolphin stampede. It is rare and wonderful. I couldn’t believe the number of dolphins. There were more than 100.
10.0 out of 10

David_B

Reviewed on Viator
29 Jul 2024
Muy bien. Pudimos ver los delfines de cerca y una ballena de lejos ya que cuesta un poco más encontrar el momento y lugar exactobque salen a respirar.

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