Whale Watching Tours in Los Angeles

Newport Beach Luxury Whale Watching Cruise by Davey’s Locker

Spend 2.5 hours exploring the waters off Newport Beach aboard a premium catamaran or yacht, with experienced captains, crew, and onboard naturalists helping you spot marine wildlife.

Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from a 360° walk-around deck, with dual bows offering front-row viewing as dolphins swim alongside and ride the vessel's waves.

Cover close to 100 square miles of ocean on a single cruise, with the vessel's speed allowing you to reach more distant areas in search of whales and dolphins.

Keep watch for whales surfacing, spouting, or breaching in the open ocean, along with playful dolphins riding the bow.

Enjoy a more intimate sailing experience with a maximum of 39 guests aboard Catallac or 48 passengers aboard Legacy, departing from the Newport Beach waterfront.

2.5-hour whale watching cruise

Premium, spacious, and luxurious catamaran or yacht

360-degree walk-around deck

Dual bows for optimal viewing of bow-riding dolphins

Greater speed for reaching distant areas to view marine mammals, covering close to 100 square miles of ocean on a single cruise

Small-group experience (maximum 39 guests for Catallac and 48 passengers for Legacy)

Experienced captains, crew, and onboard naturalists

Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)

Transportation to/from the departure location

Gratuities

Additional expenses and rentals not included with your ticket

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERYacht
Start point
Newport Beach waterfront
Get direction
1. Newport Harbor
Sail out through Newport Harbor towards the open Pacific Ocean, passing the marina and harbor entrance along the way. Enjoy views of the waterfront as the vessel heads offshore in search of marine wildlife.
2. Newport Beach coastline
3. Whale and dolphin-watching in the open Pacific Ocean waters
End point
Newport Beach waterfront
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Voucher: Bring the confirmation emailed after booking and present it at check-in.

Clothing: Wear warm, windproof layers as it is cooler on the water than on shore.

Sun protection: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses for use on the open deck.

Footwear: Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes suitable for a boat deck.

What’s not allowed

Wildlife interaction: Do not attempt to touch or feed any whales, dolphins, or marine wildlife.

Additional information

Location: This cruise departs from Newport Beach, California.

Vessels used: You may sail on Catallac or Legacy, both luxury catamarans or yachts.

Maximum capacity: The Catallac carries up to 39 guests, and the Legacy carries up to 48 passengers.

Infants: Infants aged 0 to 2 must be included in the booking for an additional fee of USD 10.

Seasonality: The October 2026 calendar shows current seasonal availability for this cruise.

Confirmation: Booking confirmation will be emailed to you after purchase.

Sighting guarantee: The operator does not confirm any sighting guarantee in the provided information.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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