Tour di osservazione delle balene di 3 ore da Monterey

Only whales we saw were at a distance - luck of the draw!

Great experience! Crew was amazing and helped you feel welcome and informed

MLK Day 2026. The day started off slow. We found a single humpback whale and followed him for a little while. It was looking pretty dead, but then the crew found a whole group of humpback whales and we stayed with them for quite a while. There were so many it was difficult to tell exactly how many. That would've made the trip worthwhile right there. But then the crew spotted something else and took off to find acres of frenetic ocean activity. There were sea birds and thousands of dolphins, Pacific white sided dolphins and northern right whale dolphins. They were everywhere, even swimming alongside the boat, and one leapt completely out of the water several times. That was incredible and we stayed there for quite a while and by this time we were quite far out and it was getting late, but the crew stayed on that incredible spot because it was such a rare find. Finally, we had to head for home but on the way they spotted something else and made another stop. They found a pod of Rizzo's dolphins and we watched that for a little while before returning to the dock a little late, but very happy. This was our best ever whale watching excursion. Also, the operation is run very well and the crew was great.

Great whale watching company. Loved the group size. We saw whales! Narration was clear, friendly and informative. I liked that multiple boats help each other find whales and be successful for their customers. Would recommend them.

We did the 9am tour and had a fantastic trip. We were lucky enough to see Pacific white-sided dolphins and northern right whale dolphins swimming together around the boat plus two humpback whales lunge feeding and a blue shark. The crew (Isaiah, Cory and Captain Rod) were brilliant, very knowledgeable about the marine life and made it a really enjoyable trip. Highly recommend this company.

We had a superb whale watching tour, and Isiah is a terrific Naturalist. His enthusiasm for the sea creatures and knowledge really added to the experience. We saw 8 humpback whales, they were feeding at a shallow level so surfacing frequently. We got some great photos, and Discovery also gives you access to high definition action shots and closeups taken by several crew members (including Isiah) for each tour. I would take this outing again and highly recommend it. Dress warm.

Fabulous 3 hours whale watching. I had such a good time. The staff on board were friendly and informative Izziah is the information guy and he gave lots of information on the wildlife that we saw. Kenny was over seeing the customers on board ensuring their safety and then Jackson expertly positioned the boat for a maximum view for everyone. Great Job 👏 The boat was spotless and comfortable. Ultimately the whales were amazing and we saw lots of them. I got some great pictures and also took time to just stand on watch, which was easy as the boat was not over crowded. Fabulous experience. Well worth it. Thankyou Discovery Whale Watch.

Guaranteed fun for the whole family We recently had the best whale watching experience with **Discovery Whale Watching Tour**. The staff was incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, making the trip even more enjoyable. They were all very pleasant and readily available to answer any questions we had. Their expertise truly enhanced our understanding of the marine life around us, and it was clear they were passionate about what they do. If you’re looking for a memorable day out on the water, I highly recommend this tour. You won’t be disappointed!

Fantastic!! Gray whales accompanied the boat for at least 30 minutes, just 30-40 yards away. Our naturalist alerted us to sightings, as well as otters, seals and sea lions. The trip was a wonder and boat staff were extremely attentive to all passengers. Highly recommend this tour!!

We are visiting Monterey from Bristol, England and today we joined Isaiah, Matt and JJ on a thrilling whale watching expedition. The journey was a smooth one, on a very comfortable boat with all the amenities you could ask for, including free tea/coffee/cocoa. Captain JJ did a great job navigating us whilst at the same time letting us know if he could see anything up ahead. Isaiah and Matt were super friendly, I especially loved Isaiah’s sea shanty singing us in and out of the harbor. We saw a pod of Risso’s dolphins and some Californian Gray Whales and it was truly a magical experience to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Isaiah and Matt did a great job of making sure they pointed out the animals when they could, and while we waited for them to resurface they provided interesting information about the animals. I would highly recommend Discovery Whale watching expedition if you’re visiting Monterey. I hope to return again someday!