Top USA Whale Watching

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

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Take a break from the beach on a sightseeing cruise off the coast of Cape May. As your captain navigates to the best locations for spotting whales, dolphins, and porpoises, your certified naturalist guide offers live commentary about the area’s ocean life and the animals’ natural habitat. The boat is fully equipped with wheelchair access, bathrooms, and a snack bar for your convenience.

(2,295)

from $45

Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May

Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May

Cruise off the coast of Orange County in search of whales on this excursion from Newport Beach. Watch the rugged, beautiful scenery of the Pacific Coast glide by as you listen to interesting commentary from your crew about the native California marine life. Watch for blows and tail slaps; these signals indicate that humpback, minke, grey, finback, or giant blue whales are nearby. Dolphins and other marine life are also in abundance during this family-friendly, year-round whale watching tour.

4.4

(719)

from $45

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(1,044)

from $39

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(874)

from $70

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

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.

4.5

(349)

from $34

Two-Hour Luxury Whale Watching Tour from Oceanside

2 hours

4.6

(1,017)

from $64

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

3 hours

(776)

from $119

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

(1,168)

from $156

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.

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

4.5

(3,364)

from $86

Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise

(468)

from $225

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(452)

from $50

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,746)

from $71

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

Set sail into one of the world’s most active winter whale playgrounds on a whale-watching tour from Maui’s Ka’anapali Beach. With the help of a naturalist guide, look for pods of humpback whales making their winter home in Maui’s warm waters. Get comfortable aboard a spacious catamaran with plenty of seating—including bean bags on open nets that get you close to the action. Then, enjoy unlimited drinks from an open bar as you cruise alongside spectacular marine mammals.

Maui: Whale Watching Cruise with Open Bar from Ka'anapali Beach

2 hoursFree Cancellation

(855)

from $103

Maui: Ultimate Whale Watch from Lahaina

This friendly whale approached our little raft! We don't permit touching the whales and do not approach the whales closer than 100 yards.

1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

(1,370)

from $77

Leave your preconceptions about sharks at the door and get up close to these sleek creatures on this unique ocean experience. Head out from Haleiwa, on the North Shore of O’ahu, and spend around half an hour swimming with the sharks living in the area. Don’t worry, though: even if you aren’t swimming in a cage, you’re still in safe hands, with a guide on board and a safety diver swimming with each group.

Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore

Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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

(1,161)

from $150

Small group family style Whale Watching tour on eco-rafts in Maui.

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Kauai’s rugged Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park is completely impassable by car and treacherous on foot. This guided boat tour solves that problem by taking you straight to remote sea caves, hidden waterfalls, and towering sea cliffs by Zodiac raft. Skip the navigation guesswork and let your crew guide you to sheltered reefs for snorkeling and maximize your chances of encountering wild dolphins and seasonal whales along the way.

(2,781)

from $85

Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(951)

from $255

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Head out on an epic adventure along one of the world's most magnificent coastlines. From your comfortable vantage point on a 37-foot (11 meter) Naiad Super Raft, enjoy spectacular views of the 17-mile-long Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park. Explore sea caves and private beaches—accessible only by raft—and snap photos of majestic cathedrals (the cliffs that tower over Kalalau Valley). As you journey along the water, keep an eye out for the marine life that inhabits the area, including dolphins and whales. Each trip (weather permitting) includes time to take a dip and snorkel amongst tropical fish and sea turtles.

(1,538)

from $189

Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Shell Island Snorkel and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Island Time

(1,716)

from $235

Oahu: Swim with Dolphins on the West Coast

(4,983)

from $52

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(1,185)

from $187

Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching with Underwater Viewing

2 hours 30 minutes

Increase your chances of seeing humpbacks as they travel through Maui’s warm waters on a whale-watching excursion that gets you closer to the majestic beasts than possible on shore. Hop aboard a sturdy raft in Kihei with an expert naturalist as your guide, and jet to the southern coastline, which hosts one of the highest whale populations in Hawaii. Your guide provides commentary about these fascinating creatures along the way.

(898)

from $106

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

Guaranteed Whale-Watching Tour by Raft from Kihei, Maui

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

(696)

from $100

1 hour 30 minutes

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

(1,559)

from $19

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Sarah_C, Aug 2026

amazing experience! Boat...

amazing experience! Boat was full but still plenty of room to move back and forth to see the whales! Amazing amazing naturalist who was not only knowledgeable but personable and you could tell he loved being out looking at whales. Great food/drinks at snack bar.

Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester

Lily_T, Aug 2026

I will be doing this every summer from now on!

This was worth every cent! We saw so many whales, the operator was respectful to the animals, we had an excellent view as the number of participants was perfect for the size of vessel. Was with a teen who doesn't smile and I caught him with expressions of delight and awe many times.

Hoonah Whale-Watching Cruise - Near Icy Strait Point

Bob_B, Aug 2026

Alaska Cruise Whale watching trip

My wife and I traveled with our friends and booked the whale watching trip. The pick up was easy, the captain and her 1st mate were really friendly and engaging and worked hard to make sure we saw whales. We were fortunate to see both humpback and orcas.

Alabama Gulf Coast Dolphin Cruise

Jenna_M, Aug 2026

Awesome family experience

This was awesome! Got to see lots of dolphins jumping in the water, from the comfort of the air conditioned cabin. There are also plenty of outdoor and rooftop seating options to get the boating experience. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Will definitely be returning!!

Whale Watching Tour from Anacortes

Heidi_N, Aug 2026

Whale watching dream come true!!

We had a great time, we left on time, the guides were knowledgeable and super friendly. The trip was as promised, smooth, and lasted about 3.5 hours. We made stops along the way, to see other animals, and they found us some whales to watch!! This was a lifelong dream come true for us!! Recommend!!

Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

Heidi_S, Jul 2026

One of the Best Experiences of our lives!!!

We went on a tour on July 22, 2026 at 9:00am. It was the best experience of our life! We didn't only see Humpback Whales and dolphins, but we saw Orcas (Killer Whales!) It was AMAZING! I really enjoyed our Naturalist, Sophie's commentary and "bird nerd" information as well! We saw lots of Black Footed Albatross and a very rare Booby!! I couldn't' have asked for a better experience and highly recommend them for your next Whale Watching Adventure!

Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Cape May

Conetta_T, Jul 2026

My Birthday Celebration

My family and I had an amazing time! This was my birthday celebration, and I talked everyone into taking this boat ride with me. I’m so glad I did because it turned into a wonderful experience for all of us. Seeing the dolphins was the highlight of the day, especially for my mom. The trip was relaxing, the crew was great, and the length of the ride was definitely worth it. If you’re looking for a fun family day on the water or a special way to celebrate a birthday or another occasion, I highly recommend Cape May Whale Watcher. We made memories we’ll never forget!

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.

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Darlene_B, Jul 2026

Great guides, lots of dolphins, comfortable boat

Such a fun tour! Great guides (Steve & Michelle), interesting facts about Hilton Head, lots of dolphins, including a mama and a baby. The boat was great - seats for everyone under a canopy. We were not in the sun all tour, which was a key factor for me in choosing a boat. We had a great time!

Maui Whale Watching Tour Aboard the Quicksilver From Maalaea

Paul_D, Apr 2026

What an AMAZING excursion. More than what I expected.

OMG. This excursion was thrilling. Such close encounters with whales. I was like a kid in a candy store. Who whales showed up close to the boat so we had to shut off engines per regulations. The whales put on an AMAZING show. Slapping fins, tails and breaching. Swimming past under the boat. Such an opportunity for great pictures and videos. Highly recommend this excursion during peak whale season. Definitely a good time.