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Supreme 2hr Whale/Dolphin Watching Newport Beach, 6 person max

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Experience the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour in Newport Beach, CA with East Meets West Whale Watching. Step aboard our advanced whale and dolphin watching vessel for an intimate encounter with these magnificent creatures. With a maximum of six passengers per boat, you'll receive the personal attention and comfort you deserve. Our quiet boats allow us to approach these spectacular mammals without disturbing them, providing you with a front-row seat to their natural habitat. Departing from beautiful Balboa Island, you'll explore the wildlife-rich waters of Orange County, known as a superhighway for whales and dolphins year-round. Create lifetime memories as you witness these incredible creatures in their natural migratory path. Book your tour now and embark on an unforgettable adventure!

About this experience

  • Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
  • 2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Intimate experience with fantastic wildlife
  • Personal attention and comfort on small boats
  • Newport Beach's most advanced whale and dolphin watching vessel
  • Quiet boats for a stealthy approach to the mammals
  • Creating lifetime memories, one trip at a time
  • Professional guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions

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Introduction

Welcome to the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour in Newport Beach, CA, offered by East Meets West Whale Watching with Capt. Nick. This tour promises an intimate and thrilling experience with some of nature's most magnificent creatures. Departing from beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, you'll explore the wildlife-rich waters of Orange County, known as a superhighway for whales and dolphins year-round. With a maximum of 6 passengers per boat, East Meets West ensures personal attention and comfort throughout the tour.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. East Meets West's new boats are designed to be extremely quiet, allowing for a stealthy approach to these spectacular marine mammals without disturbing them. You'll have a front-row seat to observe these magnificent creatures up close, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The tour takes you along the migratory path of these animals, guaranteeing an unforgettable wildlife encounter.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, and anyone seeking a unique and educational experience. Whether you're a family looking for a fun outing, a group of friends seeking adventure, or a solo traveler wanting to connect with nature, the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour in Newport Beach is suitable for all. Everyone, from children to adults, can appreciate the thrill of observing these majestic creatures in their natural environment.

Why book this?

Booking the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour in Newport Beach with East Meets West offers numerous advantages. Firstly, the limited capacity of only 6 passengers per boat ensures a personalized and intimate experience for each guest. The new boats are designed to be quiet, allowing for a closer approach to the marine mammals without disturbing them. The knowledgeable and professional guides onboard provide valuable insights into the behavior and biology of these incredible creatures, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the wildlife.

Good to know

It's important to note that transportation to and from the attraction is not included in the tour. However, the departure point is conveniently located near the intersection of Opal Ave. and S Bay Front, with a white gated dock. Look for the banners with red lettering that say "Dolphin and Whale Watching" to easily locate the dock. Additionally, the tour includes a professional guide who will ensure a safe and informative experience for all participants.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour with East Meets West have expressed their satisfaction and delight. They rave about the close encounters with whales and dolphins, praising the knowledgeable guides who provided fascinating information about these marine creatures. The personal attention and comfort provided by the limited capacity of the boats were also highly appreciated. Overall, reviews highlight the incredible experience and recommend this tour to anyone seeking an unforgettable wildlife adventure.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Newport Beach

(Pass by)

Newport Beach, located in Orange County of Southern California, is a haven for marine wildlife including whales, dolphins, sea lions, and so much more!

Balboa Island

(Pass by)

After your tour, enjoy a Ghirardelli chocolate dipped strawberry at Balboa Island berries, or head to Marine Ave for an iconic Balboa bar. Perfect way to end a breathtaking day on the water!

Balboa Island Ferry

(Pass by)

Established in 1909, the Balboa Island Ferry is a must see for history buffs and the least expensive boat ride in the harbor!

Reviews

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299KarenW299

Outstanding! Captain Nick was great! We boarded the boat and headed out right on time with another family. We loved that there were only 6 guests total which is always the maximum. The boat was great and Captain Nick had so much knoweldge to share with us. We saw a whale, lots of dolphins anda group of sea lions "resting" on a buoy. We highly recommend this trip with Captain Nick!

robertmE2067UY

(Read below for edit/update) Booked an excursion and you guys cancelled but never notified us nor the 3rd party we reserved through (Viator said they weren't aware). We called and were made aware that it was cancelled when we were standing on the dock after driving an hour down. Unprofessional management practice in my opinion, highly do NOT recommend wasting your time for anybody that reads this, people need to be held accountable for either laziness or incompetence. I would expect when a trip is cancelled that you make sure your 3rd parties aren’t still selling your tickets and/or make sure they’re notified. One simple oversight can lead to a lot of inconvenience for someone traveling while on vacation. I will say they did process our refund very quickly which was nice, but also the bare minimum. Owner was very kind. EDIT: received a message from the owner apologizing for the issue and he offered us a complimentary voyage during our next trip. He definitely handled it as well as he could. If we can make it back to try again will definitely adjust this rating accordingly.

Richard_K

Wow. Captain Nick was incredible. We knew we weren't taking this trip during the "prime" season.. but Nick and his tour were beyond anything we could've hoped for. The boat is incredibly comfortable - super smooth and super dry.. we saw TONS of dolphins surrounding the boat throughout the trip.. and we had multiple whale sightings! In addition, we saw the more standard larger boats out there with us but WAY farther away from the action.. this was super close, intimate, and Nick's knowledge and education gave us an incredibly rich experience! Must do, and will do this again soon with other friends!

957gavins

Incredible experience in every respect. Captain Nick was fantastic, and focused on us having the best experience possible. Spent the afternoon in the delightful company of whales, dolphins and sea lions. Couldn't have had a more enjoyable afternoon

Kelly P

Captain Nick was genuinely excited about providing a great experience and he was also enjoying himself! So fun to see his exuberance, especially when he saw the humpback whales. He was knowledgeable, professional and had a great sense of humor. We will only book with him on return trips.

Blanca_H

Tour was amazing and so was our guide, Capt. Nick. We saw blue whales and some dolphins. It was very exciting to see marine wildlife in their natural habitat and learn more of the local marine life. The small boat was a plus , we were able to get to the whales faster and see the dolphins up close. Awesome experience!!!

Jamie_C

Don't even hesitate, book it! We had an amazing time, it was SOO worth the little bit extra to be in a smaller group with just a handful of people. Way less sea sickness, quicker to any animals and overall a great experience! The only people I would recommend is someone with very limited mobility. Captain Nick was the best and this has by far been a memory neither myself or my son will ever forget ❤️

Brian_R

Nick is a great captain and his love for his job really shines through. He is super knowledgeable about the ocean wildlife you might see. On our tour, we got very lucky seeing three whales, including an amazing blue whale, a huge pod of common dolphins that swam all around the boat, and some lounging sea lions. It was an amazing trip.

JeannineBC

We had a lovely trip out with Nick and although it was a cold day and we didn’t see any whales, we did see a pod of about 150 dolphins and a gathering of sea lions. Nick is super friendly and knowledgable and he makes the trip memorable.

Eric_W

Very great it's was good nice experience love it 😀 ❤️ 💕 me and my fiance nice ocean Dolphins was alot in the 💧 water
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-19 08:49