The Gray Whale makes the most spectacular and longest mass migration of any marine mammal. Tens of thousands of gray whales migrate annually along the Newport Beach coastline from the summer feeding grounds in the Bering Sea to the winter grounds of the Baja California lagoons and travel along the Newport Beach coast during the months of January, February, March, April, & May. During the gray whale migration it is not uncommon to view 5 or more gray whales a cruise, making for excellent viewing opportunities. Other varieties of whales including finback whales, humpback whales, and minke whales can also be viewed, along with several species of dolphin.
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 marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures, including whales and dolphin. The marine reserve stretches along much of the Newport & Laguna Beach coastline, and along with being a mecca for whale watching, also offers some of the most beautiful coastline in Southern California.
Valid for any of our 2.5 hour whale watching cruises offered multiple times daily. With 96% success rate almost every cruise views marine mammals.
*Newport Beach is a seaside town located 75 minutes north of San Diego.
Weekdays $16 Weekends $20
*$3.50 Supplemental Charge Only Applies To Cruise Times M-F 10 am-2:30 pm & Sat-Sun 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Reservations recommended. Based on availability. Weekdays $16 Weekends $20
*$3.50 Supplemental Charge Only Applies To Cruise Times M-F 10 am-2:30 pm & Sat-Sun 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Newport Landing Whale Watching
309 Palm St
Newport Beach, CA 92661
949-675-0551
Dec 1, 2019 - ongoing
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