Whale Watching Spots in Newport Beach, CA

Whale watching is becoming one of the go-to family-friendly activities in Newport Beach. Visiting the best whale watching spots in Newport Beach during the season gets you up close to large blue whales, finback whales, and gray whales in their natural habitat. The experience is nothing short of incredible. Whale watching takes place during two seasons:

• Late spring, summer and fall (April – mid-December) – Humpback Whales, Blue Whales, and Dolphins.
• Winter and early spring (mid-December – March) – Gray Whales and Dolphins.

If you’re looking for whale watching spots near you, we have a list of the best whale watching spots in Newport Beach — then get recommendations for Newport Beach brunch and other restaurants before heading out with your moonroof open on a whale watching adventure!

Newport Coastal Adventure

It’s time to go on the ultimate whale watching trip with the highest-rated whale watching business in Newport Beach. Newport Coastal Adventure stands out among the rest, thanks to its custom-built 2018 Super RIB, onboard flat screen TV that displays live drone feed, and a faster speed that allows for more sightings and longer viewing times. Whale watchers will get so close to these beautiful mammals they can reach out their hands and touch them!

East Meets West Excursions Whale Watching

East Meets West Excursions is a five-star rated company that offers daily 2 to 2.5 hour kid-friendly trips for 2-6 people. Captain Nick’s ultimate whale watching experience brings you up close to these mammals while they’re in a migration path offshore.

Newport Landing Whale Watching

As one of the largest marine protected parks, you’ll see all types of dolphins and whales the moment you leave the bay. Newport Landing Whale Watching visitors get the opportunity to experience the most incredible whale watching tours in the area

Davey’s Locker

Whale Watching is fun for the entire family with Davey’s Locker. A record-breaking 2,300 whales appeared here in 2017, and the excitement only continues this year. Whether you’re going on a class trip or family vacation, Davey’s Locker is a popular option for whale watching in Newport Beach. Thousands of whales get spotted along the breathtaking coastline, and this is your chance to see dolphins and whales up close.

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