Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Overview
Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a perfect balance of gorgeous nautical details, and spacious viewing areas which allow you and your family to get up-close views of wild marine mammals including giant blue whales, humpback whales, mega pods of dolphin, and so much more. The unique 360-viewing walk around feature, allows for a perfect view from almost any vantage point onboard and means you’ll never miss a moment. Our favorite spot onboard is up front, where you can gaze down at bow riding dolphin, which will glide just below your feet on one of the dual bows, so close they are almost within arm’s reach!
What's Included
- Landing and facility fees
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Binoculars
- Parking
Meeting Location
400 Main Street
Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Balboa Fun Zone
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Arrive 1 hour or earlier during peak summer months for parking
- Parking Fees located at Balboa Pier Municipal Lot and public lots
- Trolley Information for the Balboa Peninsula can be found at the City of Newport Beach website
- Trolley runs seasonally and not year round
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff?
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Activity code: C-5481P6
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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 204 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- This tour 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.
- Landing and facility fees.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Binoculars.
- Parking.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Landing and facility fees
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Binoculars
- Parking
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Arrive 1 hour or earlier during peak summer months for parking
- Parking Fees located at Balboa Pier Municipal Lot and public lots
- Trolley Information for the Balboa Peninsula can be found at the City of Newport Beach website
- Trolley runs seasonally and not year round
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
