Highlights
- 2- to 2.5 Hour Cruise designed to spot majestic whales, playful dolphins, and diverse marine life along the stunning California coast.
- Expert Guides Onboard providing live narration and fascinating insights into marine ecology and conservation efforts.
- Year-Round Daily Departures offering flexible scheduling options to easily fit any itinerary.
- Family & Wheelchair-Friendly ensuring an accessible and enjoyable experience for everyone on board.
- A perfect gift for nature lovers and adventure seekers to create lasting memories on the open sea.
What To Expect
Guests can experience the thrill of a lifetime with this captivating whale-watching cruise! They will set sail along the stunning California coast, anticipating the opportunity to witness magnificent marine mammals in their natural habitat. This unforgettable adventure promises to create lasting memories on the open sea, making it an ideal journey for all.
Cruising along the scenic Orange County coastline, guests can expect to spot majestic blue whales, gray whales, humpbacks, playful dolphins, and sea lions. Expert captains and naturalists enhance the journey by sharing fascinating insights into whale migration, diverse marine life, and crucial conservation efforts. The flexibility of daily departure times allows guests to easily fit this captivating experience into their schedule, capturing incredible moments of whales breaching, dolphins leaping, and breathtaking ocean views.
Plan Your Visit
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Operating Hours
Hours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
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Duration
Each exciting cruise is designed to last between 2 to 2.5 hours, providing ample time for marine encounters.
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Accessibility
The cruises are family and wheelchair-friendly, ensuring an accessible and enjoyable experience for everyone on board.
Important Information: Guests are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes early for a smooth check-in and to kick off their whale watching adventure stress-free!
Cruise Schedule
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9 AM, 12 PM, 2:30 PM
Daily Cruises (November – February)
Set sail to discover magnificent marine life during the cooler months, with multiple daily opportunities to embark on your adventure.
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9 AM, 12 PM, 2:30 PM
Daily Cruises (March – October)
Explore the ocean and spot whales, dolphins, and more during these prime viewing times, with multiple daily departures available.
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6 PM
Evening Cruises (Late May – Mid August)
Enjoy a beautiful sunset cruise, subject to availability, offering unique evening marine encounters during the warmer months.
How It Works
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Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
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Plan Your Visit
Follow the link on your Groupon to select the date.
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Redeem Your Mobile Ticket
Enter your Groupon code at checkout.
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Enjoy the Experience!
Enjoy the experience!
Fine Print
- 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee for unviewed vouchers
- Online registration required. Visit Newport Whales Voucher Page and select "Newport Beach Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise," then choose cruise date and time and click "Book Now."
- All fees included.
- 9:30 am, 12:30 pm, 3:00 pm, and 5:30 pm cruise times are for Luxury whale watching cruises only.
- 10:00 am and 5:00 pm departure times are considered peak tour times.
- Non-peak tour times are all departures before 10:00 am and after 5:00 pm.
- Please note: 6:00 pm cruises are subject to availability.
- Valid only for option purchased.
- Must arrive at least 30 minutes early.
- Customers may pay the difference ($17.50–$37.00) to upgrade to a luxury cruise.
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