We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The Tripadvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows:
Internet Explorer
,
Mozilla Firefox
,
Google Chrome
. Mac:
Safari
.
Monterey Tourism
Monterey Hotels
Monterey Bed and Breakfast
Monterey Vacation Rentals
Monterey Vacation Packages
Flights to Monterey
Monterey Restaurants
Things to Do in Monterey
Monterey Travel Forum
Monterey Photos
Monterey Map
Monterey Travel Guide
All Monterey Hotels
Monterey Hotel Deals
Last Minute Hotels in Monterey
By Hotel Type
Monterey Motels
Monterey Campgrounds
Monterey Hostels
Monterey Family Hotels
Monterey Green Hotels
Monterey Business Hotels
Monterey Resorts
Monterey Spa Resorts
Romantic Hotels in Monterey
Monterey Beach Hotels
Monterey Luxury Hotels
By Hotel Class
4-stars Hotels in Monterey
3-stars Hotels in Monterey
By Hotel Brand
Motel 6 Hotels in Monterey
Choice Hotels in Monterey
InterContinental (IHG) Hotels in Monterey
Hilton Hotels in Monterey
Best Western Hotels in Monterey
Wyndham Hotels in Monterey
Comfort Inns in Monterey
Rodeway Inns in Monterey
Super 8 Hotels in Monterey
Days Inns in Monterey
Popular Amenities
Monterey Hotels with Pools
Monterey Hotels with Free Parking
Pet Friendly Hotels in Monterey
Popular Monterey Categories
Design Hotels in Monterey
Monterey Affordable Hotels
Monterey Hotels with Hot Tubs
Suite Hotels in Monterey
Cheap Motels in Monterey
Monterey Hotels with Kitchenette
Hotels with Complimentary Breakfast in Monterey
Charming Hotels in Monterey
Downtown Monterey Motels
Hotels with Free Wifi in Monterey
Near Landmarks
Hotels near Monterey Bay Aquarium
Hotels near 17-Mile Drive
Hotels near Cannery Row
Hotels near Monterey Bay
Hotels near Old Fisherman's Wharf
Hotels near Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail
Hotels near Dennis the Menace Park
Hotels near The Cannery Row Monument
Hotels near Coast Guard Pier
Hotels near Monterey State Historic Park
Hotels near Monterey History & Arts Association : Salvador Dali
Hotels near Monterey Museum of Art
Hotels near Jacks Peak County Park
Hotels near Monterey Visitor Center
Near Airports
Hotels near (MRY) Monterey Peninsula Airport
All things to do in Monterey
Outdoor Activities in Monterey
Boat Tours in Monterey
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Monterey
Popular Monterey Categories
Tours in Monterey
Boat Tours in Monterey
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Monterey
Shopping in Monterey
Boat Tours & Water Sports in Monterey
Boat Tours in Monterey
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Monterey
Sights & Landmarks in Monterey
Nature & Parks in Monterey
Museums in Monterey
Food & Drink in Monterey
Spas & Wellness in Monterey
Fun & Games in Monterey
Transportation in Monterey
Nightlife in Monterey
Traveler Resources in Monterey
Classes & Workshops in Monterey
Concerts & Shows in Monterey
Zoos & Aquariums in Monterey
Commonly searched for in Monterey
Budget-friendly
Good for Big Groups
Honeymoon spot
Good for Kids
Good for Couples
Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Adventurous
Near Landmarks
Things to do near Monterey Bay Aquarium
Things to do near 17-Mile Drive
Things to do near Cannery Row
Things to do near Monterey Bay
Things to do near Old Fisherman's Wharf
Near Colleges
Things to do near California State University, Monterey Bay
Near Hotels
Things to do near Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Travel Guides
Apps
Cruises
GreenLeaders
Road Trips
Skip to main content
Post
Alerts
Trips
Sign in
Inbox
See all
Log in
to get trip updates and message other travelers.
Monterey
Hotels
Things to do
Restaurants
Flights
Vacation Rentals
Shopping
Vacation Packages
Cruises
Rental Cars
Add a Place
Travel Forum
Airlines
Travel Guides
Best of 2020
Road Trips
Help Center
Top Dolphin & Whale Watching in Monterey, CA
United States
California (CA)
Monterey County
Monterey
Things to Do in Monterey
Dolphin & Whale Watching Activities in Monterey
Search
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Monterey
Monterey Tours
When are you traveling?
Start Date
End Date
Search
Clear Dates
All Things to Do
Tours
Day Trips
Outdoor Activities
Attractions
Concerts & Shows
Food & Drink
Events
Classes & Workshops
Shopping
Transportation
Traveler Resources
More
Outdoor Activities
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Scuba & Snorkeling
9
Boat Tours
8
Nature & Wildlife Tours
8
Gear Rentals
5
Beaches
4
Bike Tours
4
Eco Tours
4
Golf Courses
4
Biking Trails
3
Air Tours
2
Kayaking & Canoeing
2
Sports Camps & Clinics
2
Water Sports
2
Fishing Charters & Tours
1
Hiking Trails
1
Other Outdoor Activities
1
Scenic Drives
1
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
1
Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
1
Show less
Other
Adventurous
Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Good for Couples
Good for Kids
Good for Big Groups
Honeymoon spot
Budget-friendly
Show less
We found
7 results
for you in Monterey
Clear all filters
Map
View Map
Sort by:
Traveler Ranked
Filter
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Fast Raft
413 reviews
#5 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
"Are Day was filled with sightings, Sea Otters, Sea Lions,
Sun Fish
and loads of Humpback Whales and we have brilliant photos & videos and amazing memories."
"Being on the raft was super peaceful and Captain Kate was super knowledgeable about the
marine life
, area and also very welcoming."
Learn More
Discovery Whale Watch
1,219 reviews
#7 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
"August 2018 Great trip, great crew and views of loads of
wildlife
- humpbacks, fin whales even a brief glimpse of a blue whale.Otters, Sealions, jelly fish, albatross etc etc Great boat - big enough to be stable a..."
"Amazing viewing of individual whales and some groups busy feeding, spouting and breaching!!! Wonderfully informative and
friendly crew
too."
Learn More
See 3 Experiences
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
1,449 reviews
#8 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
"I highly
recommend this trip
(we did the 4-5 hour trip) but take some sea sickness tablets beforehand if you do get travel sick, as depending on weather and how far out from the shore you go to seek the whales it..."
"We saw humpbacks feeding with sea lions, blue whales,
sun fish
, dolphins and loads of pelicans and other birds."
Learn More
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
2,647 reviews
#9 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
"A good boat, with comfortable seating and
viewing
spaces, a very knowledgeable guide who gave us a wealth of information about the bay and all the animals we saw, and humpback whales... lots of sightings of humpba..."
"thank you so much for an unforgettable experience - the crew was great,
the upper deck
was great, the weather was great, the whales and otters and birds were great - everything! thank you!"
Learn More
Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching
366 reviews
#11 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
Learn More
Randy's Fishing Trips and Whale Watching Trips
81 reviews
#20 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
Learn More
Monterey Sailing & Boat Charters
2 reviews
#42 of 56 Outdoor Activities in Monterey
Learn More
Previous
Next
1
Outdoor Activities in Monterey
Scuba & Snorkeling
Boat Tours
Nature & Wildlife Tours
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Gear Rentals
Beaches
Bike Tours
Eco Tours
Golf Courses
Biking Trails
Air Tours
Kayaking & Canoeing
Sports Camps & Clinics
Water Sports
Fishing Charters & Tours
Hiking Trails
Other Outdoor Activities
Scenic Drives
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing
See all
Frequently Asked Questions about Monterey
What are the best places for dolphin & whale watching in Monterey?
These places are best for dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Fast Raft
Discovery Whale Watch
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching
See more dolphin & whale watching in Monterey on Tripadvisor
Which places provide the best dolphin & whale watching in Monterey for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Fast Raft
Discovery Whale Watch
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching
See more dolphin & whale watching for kids in Monterey on Tripadvisor
Which places provide the best dolphin & whale watching in Monterey for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Fast Raft
Discovery Whale Watch
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching
See more dolphin & whale watching for couples in Monterey on Tripadvisor
Which places provide the best dolphin & whale watching in Monterey for groups?
These are the best places for groups seeking dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Discovery Whale Watch
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
See more dolphin & whale watching for groups in Monterey on Tripadvisor
Which places provide the best dolphin & whale watching in Monterey for travelers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Discovery Whale Watch
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Chris' Fishing Trips & Whale Watching
See more budget-friendly dolphin & whale watching in Monterey on Tripadvisor
Which places provide the most romantic dolphin & whale watching in Monterey?
These are the most romantic places for dolphin & whale watching in Monterey:
Discovery Whale Watch
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
Monterey Bay Whale Watch
See more romantic dolphin & whale watching in Monterey on Tripadvisor