Top USA Whale Watching

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Swap city sightseeing for some time on the water with this exciting whale-watching cruise. Avoid the guesswork when trying to figure out where to spot whales, and let the experienced crew take you directly to places known for sightings. As well as whales, you may spot sea lions, sea birds, and sometimes dolphins—with commentary from the naturalist guides who can share plenty of facts about marine life.

San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

Set sail from Oceanside during a whale watching excursion led by a certified naturalist guide. Board a comfortable 50-foot (15-meter) catamaran with covered areas for seating and cruise along San Diego’s coastline to spot whales and other marine life, getting as close as possible without disturbing them. Plus, choose from multiple departures to easily fit this whale watching tour into your schedule.

Two-Hour Luxury Whale Watching Tour from Oceanside

Spend 2 hours out on the Auke Bay Harbor's waters searching for humpback whales during this boat tour from Juneau. Listen to commentary from your guide and keep a lookout for other marine animals such as orca, bald eagles, and sea lions. Cap off the cruise with a 5-minute stop to snap photos of Mendenhall Glacier. Snacks, refreshments, and round-trip transportation from the Mt. Roberts Tramway in Juneau provided.

Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

Maximize your chances of seeing dolphins, and other sea creatures in Dana Point on this whale and dolphin watching eco-safari. Cruise aboard a catamaran to some of the area’s best places to spot out different kinds of whales and dolphins. An on-board naturalist also provides on-going commentary the whole way to keep you educated and in the know about these sea creatures and their natural habitat.

Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching with Underwater Viewing

Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina

Experience the best of New England’s marine wildlife on this guided whale-watching cruise around the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Hop on a high-speed boat in Boston that gets to and from the whales in the least amount of time possible. Look out for humpback and fin whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins, with the help of a naturalist guide. The on-board galley offers food and beverages for purchase during the trip.

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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

"Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah

Our boat is really what sets us apart from other companies- we have a fast, fun and comfortable boat where everyone gets a cushioned seat, open viewing of the whales, onboard bathroom, lots of shade, and strong engines to help us maximize our time with the whales during your tour. Knowledgeable captains and crew who have worked among the whales for years will share whale facts and answer your questions. It's a great photo opportunity and most people who do it come back for more!

Maui Whale Watching: WHALES GUARANTEED with Makai Adventures

Mega Bite Dolphin Tour Boat in Clearwater Beach

1 hourFree Cancellation

Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

Voyage along the waters of Icy Strait to see Humpback whales, Steller sea lions, orcas, sea otters, bears, and other Alaskan wildlife. Captain Josh brings passengers along a journey into the wild waters of Alaska on his small, custom boat. Passengers can view whales from the outside deck or inside the protected cabin. This tour offers an exclusive look at whales in the wild with the help of a professional filmography drone.

Alaska Whale Watching with bonus Drone viewing of Whales

Dolphin Watching Nature Cruise and Eco Tour from Hubbard's Marina in John's Pass

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Get away from the crowds and experience Alaska’s grandest marine life from an intimate, 20-person vessel. Less disruptive to wildlife, you’ll get a front-row seat to the 49th State’s most beloved creatures—including whales, sea lions, eagles, and more. You’ll also get to scope out ice-blue glaciers, rocky shorelines, and hidden inlets from the comfort of the heated cabin or right from the catamaran's bow.

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

Watch for whales and dolphins off Newport Beach aboard a double-decker catamaran with bow seating and 360-degree views. A diverse array of marine wildlife thrives in the protected area just outside Newport Bay, and you'll have the chance to see humpbacks, gray whales, finback whales, blue whales, seals, and several species of dolphins. The boat has a 96% success rate spotting whales or dolphins, making this a great way to explore California wildlife in a gorgeous natural environment.

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Observe humpback whales in their natural habitat during their return migration to Maui’s waters December–April. This whale watching adventure by high-speed catamaran provides a front row seat to fin slaps, flukes, and breaches. Underwater hydrophones help you hear whale songs, while the captain and crew provide the commentary. Juices and sodas are available on board to keep passengers hydrated.

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Get up close with the killer whales of Anacortes, the home port to the San Juan Islands, on this whale-watching cruise led by naturalist guides. Climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback, and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters—plus a wide variety of birds and more.

Whale Watching Tour from Anacortes

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about USA

Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester

Will_M, Oct 2026

Do it! Great company!

Such a great experience! Cute, reasonably priced items in the gift shop. Check in was efficient. It was very organized and started right on time. Our captain and crew were phenomenal. We saw several whales and a ton of dolphins. Plenty of time and space to see everything even though the boat was crowded. Bathrooms were clean. Nice selection of snacks. Definitely recommend!

Whale Watching Trips to Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary. Guaranteed sightings!

LeeAnn_M, Oct 2026

The Whale Jockpot!

We hit the whale jackpot and saw between 30 and 50 on a beautiful day for being on water! Every single staff member was so pleasant, helpful, and friendly; also the naturalist we had was superb. It was fun listening to her excitement about seeing all we saw, and her knowledge was amazing. Everything about this tour deserves a rating of 100 - on a scale of 1 - 10. I’m thrilled we took this tour.

Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

Shannon_J, Sep 2026

So many dolphins!

We have never seen as many dolphins as we did on this dolphin cruise! They teamed up with another boat to provide an environment that made the dolphins jump and play between the two boats. Loved the air conditioned interior that we could retreat to when we got too hot. Everyone was very charming and helpful.

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

Vanessa_S, Sep 2026

Whales!

Lots of fun!! Our crew Ash, Michelle and Sophie were fantastic and showed us many whales!! Though no Breaches, LOTS of tails, fins and blow holes. Bring waterproof gear as it RAINED for us. Then Mendenhall Glacier was covered in fog/mist but the hike to Nugget Falls was well worth it. Papa Bear was an entertaining driver with lots of Alaskan trivia and stories. Highly recommended!

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Debra_W, Aug 2026

Worth the money and the time

We wanted to do something that was family friendly, entertaining and educational. We got all three times three with this Dolphin Cruise Adventure, the ladies hosting us were concerned for our safety yet very friendly. And what we learned about Hilton Head Island and the dolphins that swim in the surrounding waters was outstanding. We talked about what we learned for days. The cost of the cruise was very affordable. When we return to the island we will return to this company for any future sea adventures.

Two Reef Snorkel Trip-See Captain Cook Monument & Sea Caves

Bradi_K, Aug 2026

You NEED to do this trip.

I was thoroughly impressed with Captain Dennis and Rey Rey(not sure on the spelling. Captain Dennis was fun, informative, safe, and very personable. He took time to explain answers to our questions and was very patient with us when we asked about boundaries. Rey Rey was so helpful and kind. She handled other guests with grace and kindness when they needed extra help getting into and off of the boat. I would HIGHLY recommend this crew to anyone. My brother and I are already planning another trip for this excursion alone. So good.

Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise

Courtney_C, Aug 2026

So many dolphins!

It was so cool! There were so many dolphins just playing, families, babies, it was like a movie. The scenery is beautiful, the staff were very nice and helpful! The captain was informative and seemed very chill. The lighthouses were beautiful to see and the islands were as well! Well worth it, and it's not expensive! My two daughters loved it as well! Great picture opportunities!

BIG FUN Dolphin Cruise & Sealife Experiece ORANGE BEACH ALABAMA

Brooke_P, Jul 2026

I highly recommend, especially with kids!

We had the BEST time!! Our Captain, Rusty and deck hand, Coach, were energetic and very interactive the kids. They made sure everyone had a great time!! We were so excited to see dolphins and then they started playing and showing out for us! It was more than we ever expected. Thank you so much!!

1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

Andrea_E, Jul 2026

Fun family excursion

Amazing experience. The guys on board are friendly and knowledgeable about the sea creatures. We were able to see a lot of dolphins. The staff made sure we had plenty of pictures. When I come back for another vacation, I’ll be sure to book again. The guys work off of tips, so leave a little tip for them.

Whale Watching from Friday Harbor

Jose_V, Jul 2026

San Juan Safaris

The tour with San Juan Safaris was fantastic, Brian and the staff was amazing—friendly, professional, and made the entire experience enjoyable. My only disappointment was with the information provided by Viator. There should be much clearer communication about the Washington State ferry system, especially for travelers coming from far away. Many customers may not realize that vehicle reservations are strongly recommended and should be booked well in advance. I believe the following information should be clearly displayed on the Viator booking page: Ferries often run late and are occasionally canceled, so please plan to arrive on a ferry that reaches the island at least two hours before your tour departure. Vehicle reservations are strongly recommended for this route and should be made in advance. Walk-on passengers do not need reservations. Including this information on the Viator page would help customers better prepare for their trip, reduce unnecessary stress, and make the overall experience even better.

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Sylvia_A, Apr 2026

highly recommended, fantastic experience

We had a perfect experience with the crew of the quicksilver. Although very late in the season we were able to see mothers and their calfs thanks to the captain. Awesome experience. We are first timers in Hawaii and our dream to see the humpback whales came true. The crew of the quicksilver was knowledgeable and fantastic. We highly recommend this provider.