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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations
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Safety measures
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking?
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking? We know, there’s a lot to keep track of. Be sure to check local guidelines so you’re aware of all travel requirements before you go.
What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
2 hours (approx.)
Offered in: English
Overview
Watch for whales and dolphins off Newport Beach aboard a double-decker catamaran with bow seating and 360-degree views. A diverse array of marine wildlife thrives in the protected area just outside Newport Bay, and you'll have the chance to see humpbacks, gray whales, finback whales, blue whales, seals, and several species of dolphins. The boat has a 96% success rate spotting whales or dolphins, making this a great way to explore California wildlife in a gorgeous natural environment.
- Wildlife-watching cruise in a two-deck catamaran
- See native wildlife in the Newport Bay
- Enjoy views of the California coast from the water
- Multiple times offered throughout the day
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What's Included
Landing and facility fees
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
309 Palm St , 309 Palm St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Located on the Balboa Boardwalk in Newport Beach. Suite A.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats available
- 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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 115 travelers
- OPERATED BY Newport Landing Whale Watching
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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- "Wet day trip, wee bit bumpy, nice boat trip but slas no whales for us, did see a few dolphins and sea lions though so still worth it" See review
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Reviews by Viator travelers
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Not recommend
Charlotte_W
, May 2022
I am not satisfied with this tour. We booked a small boat (6 people) at 12 pm. The address on website is different from the actual checking in address. It took us 15 minutes running back and forth finally found the checking in site, resulting in being late for 5 minutes, our boat already departed. Since We couldn’t wait too long, we took the big boat tour including 47 people at 12:30pm. We saw a lot of dolphins but no any whale. I feel overall it is not worth the money spent. Won’t recommend!!
Very disappointed, paid...
charles_p
, May 2022
What a Whale Show!
Toni_S
, Apr 2022
Great time aboard the Legacy
Joel_S
, Apr 2022
Awesome experience
Holly_K
, Mar 2022
Communication prior to...
Beth_B
, Nov 2021
Great staff. Wonderful...
Daniel_H
, Nov 2021
Great Tour!!! very relaxing and fun!!!!
Marcus_M
, Nov 2021
Dancing Dolphins Day Trip
JeanineM
, Sep 2021
It was a beautiful sunny, Sunday afternoon. The open ocean was quite a site for 4 children and 4 adults. We definitely picked the right seats on the boat, too. We saw sea lions on our way in and out, and the school of dolphins were diving around us like crazy. Couldn't have asked for a better afternoon!
Very nice and clean boat...
Alicia_H
, Sep 2021
Enjoyed the cruise
Yolanda_W
, Aug 2021
I paid $150 for nothing
Ofelya_H
, Aug 2021
The excursion was...
Jane_M
, Aug 2021
Fantastic fun exploring on a cruise
Teresa_A
, Aug 2021
Nice
Daniel_E
, Aug 2021
Memorable
Gwendolyn_H
, Aug 2021
California coast outing
MBB
, Jul 2021
Bummer Boat Ride
Elizabeth_S
, Jul 2021
No whales or dolphins
Danny_S
, Jul 2021
Not their fault per se, but we did not see anything but sleeping sea lions on the buoys. I would think they would have a better system in locating whales/dolphins since you are doing a whale/dolphin tour. Maybe do tours during better times of the day when research/history shows when they are more active. Also, it would be nice for them to notify customers that there is a chance of not seeing the animals during that time/day/week so that we're not overly dissapointed. We did get a voucher but not being from Cali, not sure when or if we'll return so that is useless. A full refund would have been better. Thanks
Great time!
Martha_K
, Jul 2021
Good directions and customer service pre-trip, very accommodating business. The crew was very knowledgeable, helpful and fun. Trip was just the right length and the vessel clean and in great shape. We had a brief whale sighting and a great dolphin show. Lots at seabirds to enjoy as well. Recommended!
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