Whale Watch & Dolphin Tour - Beautiful Newport Beach

785 reviews
2 hrs 30 min · typically 2–3 hours total

Giant protected Ocean reserve, see giant blue whales and much more!

  • All-Inclusive
  • Family-friendly
  • Outdoors
  • Tours
  • Experiences
  • Cruises and water activities

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Ticket types and quantities
Adult 13–64 years
$66.00$73.33
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Child 4–12 yearsi
$46.20$51.33
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Estimated total · $66.00

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Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Overview

See orcas, humpback whales, and blue whales – the biggest on the planet – on this whale-watching
tour. You'll be taken to one of the largest marine sanctuaries in California which boasts over 75 square miles of protected waters and coast and thousands of whales and marine life. Dolphins, seals and rare species of whales frequent the area all year round.

You'll board a 65-foot double-deck ship with an upstairs sundeck, wraparound seating, a snack bar, and an indoor seating area with large windows. The ship was specifically designed for comfortably watching the marine life while the captain and crew members narrate your journey and point out the sea creatures. They all have extensive backgrounds in marine biology and ecosystems and are on hand to give you the history and facts about the fascinating inhabitants.

Location

309 Palm Street
Suite A
92661 Newport Beach

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Opening hours

Standard opening hours

Monday – Sunday
10 AM – 6 PM

Last entry
4 PM

Guest reviews

Yuki G.

May 2026

Great value versus buying tickets separately. Highlights matched what was advertised, matching what friends told us—but better in person. (Would pair nicely with a light lunch nearby.)

Ada E.

Jun 2025

Straightforward redemption with our pass. Queues moved faster than expected, worth blocking a half-day for.

Ines J.

Dec 2025

Clear signage when we arrived. — glad we prioritized it.

Maya V.

Aug 2025

More impressive in person than the photos. Crowds were manageable for the slot we picked, easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Yuki X.

Apr 2025

Smooth check-in with no surprises. (Photo spots were thoughtfully spaced along the route, we left with clearer context on the venue’s history.)

Leo N.

Jan 2026

More impressive in person than the photos. and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Leo X.

Jun 2025

Straightforward redemption with our pass. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, with straightforward entry.

Ben V.

May 2025

Well organized from start to finish. Plenty of time to explore afterward, would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs.

Ben Q.

Jan 2026

Smooth check-in with no surprises. Transitions between rooms or stops felt purposeful, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Maya K.

Jun 2025

Well organized from start to finish. easily one of the highlights of our trip.

Quinn N.

Mar 2026

We squeezed it into a packed weekend without stress. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, we’d echo the hype online.

Quinn W.

Apr 2025

A calm experience even on a crowded day. Transitions between rooms or stops felt purposeful, would recommend budgeting a little buffer after for souvenirs.

Diego S.

Dec 2025

Well organized from start to finish. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, and we felt we got our money’s worth.

Felix T.

Apr 2026

Clear signage when we arrived. Kid-friendly pacing without feeling rushed, nothing felt confusing at the entrance. (Weekday visit lined up neatly with transit.)

Leo Q.

May 2026

More impressive in person than the photos. Crowds were manageable for the slot we picked, even though it was a busy day.