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Private 2hr Supreme Whale/Dolphin Watching Tour, Newport Beach CA | 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes

161 Reviews | Newport Beach
From $450.00 per group Lowest Price Guarantee
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2hr Private Whale Watch Tour
2 Adults x $450.00
$900.00
Approx Total
$900.00
Departure: All of our Daily Trips have a 2 passenger minimum & 6 passenger maximum.Offering ultimate Whale & Dolphin Watching experience in a 2-2.5 hr tour the coastal waters of Newport Beach, Orange County, CA

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • USCG licensed Master captains with over 24 years experience in the industry
  • All Captains are USCG licensed and Certified Naturalists!
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Overview

We specialize in a more EXCITING and INTERACTIVE Whale and Dolphin Watching experience on our fast, state of the art 26' commercial built center console boats - where speed, comfort and safety come first. This on the water experience is all about Comfort, Connection and Customization. We have the speed to access more whales and dolphins, and allows us more time with the amazing wildlife. All of our trips are limited to 2-6 passengers offering The Ultimate Whale & Dolphin Watching experience in a 2hr tour of the coastal waters off Newport Beach, Orange County, CA. No more big slow boats with 100+ people crammed on. This trip is all about you!

Meeting points

We are located at the white gated dock adjacent to 508 S. Bay Front, Newport Beach. You will see banners on the side of the dock entrance that say 'Whale and Dolphin Watching' in red. Capt. Nick will meet you at the dock entrance and escort your group to the boat.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Newport Beach (Pass By)

    Experience gorgeous Newport Harbor, up close and personal on our way to and from the wildlife

  • Balboa Island (Pass By)

    Enjoy a chocolate dipped strawberry at Balboa Island Berries or travel downtown to Marine Ave for a legendary Balboa bar after your tour.

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress Warmly - bring an extra Jacket or sweatshirt and Sunblock.
  • Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure.
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers in THIRD trimester

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Dolphins!!

Published on Dec, 2024

Captain Nick was amazing this was the best part of my trip with my family. Thank you so much for this experience!! No whales, but we saw sooo many dolphins and sea lions!!

Fun with dolphins

Published on Sep, 2024

We had a wonderful time! Captain Nick is both welcoming and knowledgeable and the speed of the small boat alone made the trip fun. We enjoyed a large pod of dolphins dance under and around our boat. And one even did belly-up jumps through our wake! As it turned out we didn’t actually see any whales, but had a great time all the same.

Fun afternoon! Kids loved the dolphins!

Published on Sep, 2024

Enjoyed a few hours out with 2 teens. The girls had a blast! No whales that day, but hundreds of dolphins, including many babies and many other critters…seals, sea lions, etc! Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We would absolutely do it again!

Incredible experience

Published on Aug, 2024

We had an incredible, magical experience that our family will never forget. We have 3 young children, including a 3 year old and Nick was fantastic at engaging and accommodating them all.

Trip of a lifetime!

Published on Aug, 2024

We went on a Dolphin/Whale watching excursion with Nick from East Meets West yesterday morning. It was honestly the trip of a lifetime! Nick was our captain and is extremely knowledgeable about marine life. We learned all kinds of facts about dolphins & whales! Nick went out of his way to see a huge pod of dolphins we spotted! Being on a smaller boat we were able to go faster and farther than the larger sight seeing boats. The boat was clean and seats were extremely comfortable. Nick also made sure my daughter-in-law was doing okay as she was extremely nervous. We unfortunately did not see any whales, but saw more dolphins than I’ve ever seen before! And Nick even stopped and let us see a group of sea lions hanging out! I would hands down recommend East Meets West to anyone seeking adventure & to get up close & personal views of the marine animals! Thank you, Nick for an amazing experience! We will be back!

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