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Experience Newport Beach whale watching on a 6-passenger boat for intimate encounters with majestic marine life.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 2 hours
- Check availability to see starting times
- Live tour guide
- English
- Private group
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Such a great morning with Captain Nick! He went above and beyond for us to see the dolphins and we were able to see hundreds of them!! Unforgettable memories, thank you Captain!
Nick was utterly amazing!! We were desperate to see dolphins as it was my daughter’s dream. We had to travel 15 miles out into the ocean, but Nick never gave up and then we found the most amazing pod of about 150 dolphins. We spent about 15 minutes amongst them, watching them jump and play and swimming alongside the front of the boat. It is a memory that will stay with the whole family forever. He certainly made my daughter’s dream come true and we all absolutely loved it. You just would not have had the same experience on a larger boat and we probably wouldn’t even have found them as it would have been too far for a larger boat to have gone in the time we had. Best trip ever, if you are hesitating, just book it.. you won’t regret it!
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Itinerary
Starting location:
508 S Bay Front
Newport Beach
Guided tour, Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Marine life viewing, Whale watching, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)
Newport Beach
Boat cruise (15 minutes)
Arrive back at:
508 S Bay Front
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Newest, Fastest, Safest - most sightings and most fun! Up close encounters!
- Exclusive STABILIZED vessel nearly eliminates seasickness / motion sickness
- Professional USCG captain with 23 years experience, Expert certified naturalist
- Just say NO to 'Zodiac rubber inflatable boats' - Our Boat is indestructable!
- Guaranteed Whale and/or Dolphin sightings - no one works harder than us
Full description
At East Meets West, we invite you to share in our passion of the ocean. As pioneers in the industry, we take pride in being the newest, fastest, and safest small capacity whale watching vessel in Newport Beach, with all tours limited to just 6 persons. Captain Nick's dedication to providing a superior experience led us to develop a vessel that goes beyond the ordinary. Private group tours are our specialty.
Our 2021 26’ commercial built fiberglass catamaran is equipped with super comfortable suspension seating, offering 360-degree viewing, ensuring you won't miss a moment of the breathtaking marine spectacle. We take you further than others, allowing you to witness more whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Imagine getting so close that you can almost pet the dolphins, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
To enhance your comfort, we've incorporated an exclusive SeaKeeper gyro vessel stabilizer, reducing side-to-side movement by up to 92%. This innovative technology nearly eliminates motion sickness, allowing you to focus on the beauty of the ocean without any distractions.
Embark on a journey with East Meets West Whale Watching and let us redefine your expectations of marine exploration. Join Captain Nick for an unforgettable experience where East truly meets West in the realm of awe-inspiring nature.
Includes
- Intimate guided whale watching tour with a maximum of 6 guests.
- USCG licensed captain - Master's Near Coastal 100 ton
- Expert crew and Certified Naturalist
- Experienced Professional Captain with 23 years experience operating boats
- Accessibility to interact and ask captain questions
- Knowledge and education about the marine wildlife
- Super comfortable suspension seating
- 360 degree viewing
- Up close front row seat to whales and dolphins, almost able to pet the dolphins
- Seakeeper Stabilized vessel reducing 92% of side to side movement
- Lifetime memories, Share in our Passion, it's addictive!
- Gorgeous views of the California coastline
- All sorts of marine wildlife - whales, dolphins, sea lions, and much more
- Bring your own beverages
- Transportation to/from location
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- People with pre-existing medical conditions
- Wheelchair users
- Pregnant women
Meeting point
Dock at 508 S. Bay Front Newport Beach, CA
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What to bring
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Drinks
- Jacket
- Towel
Not allowed
- High-heeled shoes
- Smoking
- Red wine
- Food
Know before you go
- Age requirements:
- - All ages welcome on Private Group tours
- - Semi Private tours age minimum 6 years
