Newport Landing Whale Watching

Category: Whale watching tour agency in Newport Beach, California

Address: 309 Palm St A, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

Phone: +19496750551

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–7PM

Monday: 8AM–7PM

Tuesday: 8AM–7PM

Wednesday: 8AM–7PM

Thursday: 8AM–7PM

Friday: 8AM–7PM

Saturday: 7AM–7PM

Reviews

Kenn

Aug 5, 2022

First time going whale watching, which really turned into dolphin watching! Very cool all the way around. Even saw some sea lions. They had said they had a few whale sightings in the morning, I took the 12:30 trip. I think in the future I might book a couple of trips in the day to get more time. One in the morning and one in the afternoon, with time on the boardwalk in between. The price is very reasonable as well.

Elizabeth Dang

Jul 28, 2022

This is a perfect trip. The staff are friendly and the captain will share a lot of interesting knowledge. Most importantly, we were lucky enough to meet a lot of dolphins, and it was really touching to see them swimming around the boat. Like is said on the website: Nature doesn't have a script!

Z R

Jul 11, 2022

Went 7/10/22 at the 11:30am for whale watching cruise and had an absolute blast. The captain and crew were awesome and made it the best experience for me and my family. On top of that we saw a pod of like 80 dolphins, some sea lions, pod of anchovies (that the dolphins were hunting, which was also super cool to see), and a sunfish sighting. Couldn’t have had a better time and I feel I owe a special thanks to the crew of the 11:30am ride on 7/10 who were so nice to me and my family and really made it a magical trip. Will 100% be coming back to Daveys locker for another ride! (Edited review after posting to add a photo from our trip)

Rachel Martin

Feb 15, 2022

This was our first experience whale watching and it was great! We got the VIP experience so had separate seating, a free drink, and free binoculars! The crew were amazing, so friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we didn't get to see any whales (the whole area was going on 3 days of no whale sightings) but they covered as much water as possible, communicating with at least 6 other boats that were out and took a last attempt where we were able to see some dolphins at least!

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Questions & Answers

Are there bathrooms on the boat?

Amanda Charnock | Aug 19, 2018
Danielle Dominguez | Aug 19, 2018

yes.. clean too...

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How much is the whale watching and what is the best time to do it?

Allan Paul Orense | Aug 19, 2018
Shari Alvey | Aug 19, 2018

Check your hotel lobby for coupons or groupon. Other than that around $36 per person. Anytime is good.

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This was my husband Tony and I 18th Wedding Anniversary Getaway. We LOVE IT!!! To see the blue whale in it's natural habitat was once in a lifetime experience!!!

Debra J. Smith | Aug 19, 2019
Henny Prins | Aug 19, 2019

Yes it is great

How do you get the tickets for the tour?

Nguyen Tien (sôi động) | Aug 19, 2019
deepak mittal | Aug 19, 2019

Groupon.com is one way to get cheaper deals

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It was a great whale watching excursion it was my son's first and he enjoyed it we didn't get to see anywhere else but we did see a pod of dolphins and sea lions look forward to doing it again. Captain and crew were great.

shaniece Edwards | Aug 18, 2020
Shalonda Mason | Aug 18, 2020

That's exactly how my experience was with my kids. It was there first time and they enjoyed the whole adventure.

Can you bring your Drone to capture footage?

Tracy Ferrell | Aug 19, 2018
Gary | Aug 19, 2018

No

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They offer military whale watching discount?

Chris ChristianM | Aug 19, 2018
Sheri Dee | Aug 19, 2018

Not sure, but the price is reasonable and so worth it.

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will it be cheaper if a group of 5 is going together and how much each

Judith Asentista | Aug 19, 2018
Sheronda Lewis | Aug 19, 2018

If you do it via Groupon, it will definitely be cheaper and worth going to.

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What time of the day is best for whale watching? Earliest trip, or the later trips?

Bianca Gutierrez | Aug 19, 2018
William Smith | Aug 19, 2018

Every time my girlfriend and I get on their boats, we take the afternoon trip and each time we see a whale and dolphins and sea lions. We've been very lucky

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My captain was so awesome. As soon as he got word of where there were dolphins he sped over to where they were and we were surrounded by them.

Dr. Kathryn Colby, Chemistry PhD | Feb 19, 2022
My Frugal Finds | Feb 19, 2022

Same for us on our trip. We didn't see whales on this journey because we were out of season but Captain made sure we all seen something. A few pods of dolphins and sea lions. Next time I'm here it will be during whale season and I will be using this company.

How cold does it get in December?

Alexis Gonzalez | Aug 18, 2020
Chris A | Aug 18, 2020

40 degrees would be lowest

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I'll be 6 months pregnant will I still be able to ride the boat?

Paola Aguilar | Aug 19, 2019
Heather Roberts | Aug 19, 2019

Yes. But I'd be more worried about sea sickness, since you could be more prone to it.

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When is the best season to see the 🐳 whales

Marco | Aug 19, 2019
Patrik Kramárik | Aug 19, 2019

I was 2day ago there. And guy who was ride a speedboat told. Morning, not sunny day is a good to see whales. But luck too. I recommend go on speedboat (expensive, but can be more close to whale, then boat (need a binoculars to see whales < no recommended). Season isn't, just luck to whale be there, 2day back was.

Are prices the same for my 2 and 4 year olds?

D Degroot | Aug 19, 2019
Henny Prins | Aug 19, 2019

Same prices. !!! When they are allowed to come.

What is the closest hotel (upscale) to this tour? Is late April a good time to spot whales?

Patti Lees | Aug 19, 2019
Emil Salmon | Aug 19, 2019

The closest hotels will be in Newport beach / Laguna / Huntington beach. And I think April or may will be a good time

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Is there free parking near?

Blanca Perez | Aug 19, 2019
Gary | Aug 19, 2019

No

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Do you have to make reservations

manny 123 | Aug 19, 2019
Cassandra Christian | Aug 19, 2019

They have limited seating, so reservations are a must. That, and they usually sell out pretty fast, so you want to book your tour as soon as you can 😊

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At the very least do the kids wear life jackets?

Tricia B | Aug 19, 2019
Gary | Aug 19, 2019

Nobody wears life jackets it's a large boat. They have life jackets on the boat just like a cruise ship nobody wears life jackets on a cruise ship

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Are small dogs allowed on board and if so do you have rules for them?

The Matadore | Aug 19, 2019
Cassandra Christian | Aug 19, 2019

I think the only animals allowed on board are service animals. As Lori stated, I'd call them for an exact answer

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how big the boat and how many round on december 30th

nick intarajit | Aug 19, 2018
Sheila Fox | Aug 19, 2018

Hi nick , I went in October, the boat held 125 people . And it was a 2 hour ride .

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When is the best month to spot whales?

Karen Cleveland | Aug 19, 2018
Mark Asplund | Aug 19, 2018

Different whales at different times.

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I will be on Catilina Nov. 17 th and am looking for a whale watch that leaves from there. I have been told there won't be any whales that time of year is that correct? Thanks.

Joyce Jensen | Aug 19, 2018
Ron Harvey | Aug 19, 2018

I don't know about that time, but when we went on it in Aug. We didn't see any but did see a huge pod of dolphin

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