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Incredible experience!
Excellent trip and experience! We saw seals, whales and dolphins! The guides and staff were friendly and provided excellent information.
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h–2h 30min
- Price from
- $38 / person
- Location
- Los Angeles, United States
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 589 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 120
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Harbor Breeze Cruises
- Meeting point
- Our ticket booth is located at Dock #2 across the street from Bubba Gump Shrimp Restaurant and between the Aquarium of the Pacific and Hooters Restaurant. Please arrive with your Viator order and we will print every one in your party physical tickets to board the vessel.
Description
The price you see is the price you pay, no hidden fees or surcharges. We are the top destination for whale watching in Long Beach and Los Angeles. Our custom built high speed vessels can cover waters north to Santa Monica and south to Newport Beach for maximum range coverage resulting in maximum marine life sighting success. Our fleet of state of the art vessels adhere to strict safety codes and regulations, ensuring you and your friends and family enjoy a wonderful experience out on the water. All whale watching excursions embark under the guidance of highly trained captains not only equipped to man your boat, but also to provide informative narration of the wildlife you might encounter. Marine life we encounter includes: Gray Whales (November-April), Blue Whales (may-November), and year-round we can see Humpback Whales, Fin Whales, Minke Whales, Orcas, Dolphins, Sea Lions, Harbor Seals, rare Marine Birds, and much more!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 12–62)
- $38
- Senior (ages 63+)
- $35
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $30
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:17 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 87 of the next 158 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Queen Mary Tours & Exhibits
Our vessel will pass by the world famous Queen Mary while departing and coming back from your whale watching cruise
We will travel out into the open Pacific Ocean to search for amazing marine life including Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions, rare Marine Birds, and much more!
Aquarium Of The Pacific
One of the top attractions in Long Beach with a collection of over 11,000 animals, over 500 different species. You can enjoy animal encounters.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Cruise Ship Terminal
Once Home of the Spruce Goose, a massive, wooden flying boat designed and built by Howard Hughes during World War II
Part of the largest commercial port in the world
One of the largest Breakwater's in the USA.
What's included
Included
low emission engines means whales and their marine environment are not harmed or disturbed
2 to 2.5-hour whale watching cruise
Expert educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific highlighting all sights
Multiple Restrooms onboard
Sealife Guarantee If no sealife is seen, we'll issue you a free Voucher to join us in the future
Inside seating with climate controlled interiors, large windows, and outside seating
custom built state of the art whale watching catamarans, offering amazing stability and comfort
Seasoned Captains and crew who specialize in whale watching. Over 30-years whale watching experience
Not included
No food or drink are included but they are available for purchase onboard
Parking not included. We offer validation for discount parking in structure across the street
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
589 reviews
How it compares in Los Angeles
- No. 24 by number of reviews among 1,126 tours in Los Angeles
- Starting price $38 is 58% below the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Los Angeles
Excurgo comparison of 1,126 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Sealife Sightings are not guaranteed but if we don't see any Sealife you can come back in the future for free
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach take?
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach lasts about 2h–2h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach cost?
Prices start at $38 per person for this Los Angeles experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM.
How much does Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $30, adults from $38.
Does Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach sell out?
It can: 87 of the next 158 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our ticket booth is located at Dock #2 across the street from Bubba Gump Shrimp Restaurant and between the Aquarium of the Pacific and Hooters Restaurant. Please arrive with your Viator order and we will print every one in your party physical tickets to board the vessel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 120 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(589)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Incredible time out on...
Incredible time out on the water! They never guarantee seeing any marine life, but I got pretty lucky. A small pod of orcas swam alongside our boat for the better part of the tour. Everything was awesome and the guides were knowledgeable. Only thing that sucked was the water on the wya back was really rough and a couple of people got seasick
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We Saw Whales
A beautiful day in Long Beach. Calm seas, sunshine (don't forget your sunscreen!), light breezes, sparkling water. We rode on the open top level at the rear which was good because it blocked some of the traveling wind.
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Wonderful!
Wonderful experience! Crew was so nice and helpful as I was on crutches and needed assistance. Very accommodating! We saw dolphins which was very exciting!!
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We were lucky!
This tour is great! It's a good amount of time to find things, and our captain was very skilled at getting us close while maintaining a safe distance for the animals. Our guide Emmett was amazing at providing facts and filling in time while we went searching. We were lucky to see a lot, including minke whales, sharks, and hundreds of dolphins! Keep expectations low, these are wild animals and every tour is different. Plus, if you're not expecting to see much, when you do you'll be even more excited! Thanks again to Emmett for really making this experience.
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Fully Wheelchair Accessible!
It is fully power and push wheelchair accessible. The boat has outside ramps wide enough for a Quantum Edge 6 HD to allow access all the way to the front rail of the deck. The water is literally right next to you. It’s an absolutely wonderful experience for those who love the ocean and our sea life friends. The crew is awesome! We got caught in traffic and were a few minutes late. They waited for us!! It’s a magical way to celebrate a special occasion.
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Smooth Sailing
We went on a Sunday morning in September. The dock was easy to find and the ship was clean. We were able to hear the captain as he spoke about the sea life we encountered. We saw lots of dolphins, 2 different kinds and even a shark, but unfortunately we did not see any whales. Overall the experience was very good
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Dolphin sighting
Went out for a ride on a Monday afternoon. The ticket pick up and dock are very accessible. Although the waters are warmer than normal this time of year, I still had hopes on seeing some marine life. We were able to view beautiful pod of common dolphins. There was also a quick Minke whale sighting, but we weren’t able to spot him. Overall, the boat was well kept and the crew were very helpful and friendly.
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Great excursion
Great excursion. Beautiful scenery and saw plenty of wildlife including the largest pod of dolphin I have seen, blue shark, sea lion and minke whale. We had a great time.
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Nice crew and they tried...
Nice crew and they tried very hard to see some whales and dolphins Boat clean, plenty of room and good value
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