LuxuryAnimals & Nature
Newport Landing Whale Watching
Newport Beach, CA
From $33 (2–2.5 hr general cruise); luxury trips from $75
By Simir Shah
Trips depart from 309 Palm St in Balboa Village, steps from the Balboa Pier lot. The operator says gray whale migration peaks December through April, while May through November brings blue and fin whales and big dolphin pods. The main boat, the Nautilus, has indoor seating and a snack bar, which helps with younger kids.
Good for
- Ages 0–2
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