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Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour

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Los Angeles, USA
High interest
Booked 5+ times today.
  • 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.5
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· Tammie_H ·
Feb 2026
Very fun especially since we end up seeing dolphins. The seals were active and made it even more exciting. The captain was very funny. The snacks were reasonably prices as expected for this type of activity. Overall will definitely return over the years.
· EricandTangie_G ·
Mar 2026
Enjoyed the tour. It’s a leaning experience. So much history and culture to be learned. The history of the ports was intriguing.

Overview

Explore Long Beach Harbor on a boat tour focused on maritime activity, local wildlife, and coastal history. Cruise through an active port with views of the skyline, historic ships, and harbor infrastructure. Along the way, your guide provides context on notable shipping operations, naval history, and the role of the harbor in global trade, offering a practical look at one of the world’s busiest ports.
  • See Long Beach from a unique, water-level perspective
  • Open-air deck supports clear photos and wildlife viewing
  • Short cruise fits easily into busy itineraries
  • Narration adds context beyond standard sightseeing

What's Included

  • 45-minute narrated harbor cruise
  • Inside seating with climate controlled interiors. Comfortable outside seating
  • Multiple Restrooms
  • Full cash snack bar with food and beverage available for purchase
  • Live English narration plus a captivating and engaging MC onboard
  • Fresh air and amazing sights
  • Food and beverages are not included but are available for purchase
  • Parking not included but we offer validation if you park across the street in parking structure

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Points

  • Harbor Breeze Whale Watching Cruises, 100 Aquarium Way Dock #2, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
  • 550 S Harbor Blvd, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA
  • Itinerary

    Long Beach (Pass By)

    Long Beach Cruise Terminal (Pass By)

    The Queen Mary Tours & Exhibits (Pass By)

    Long Beach Breakwater (Pass By)

    Island Grissom (Pass By)

    Shoreline Village (Pass By)

    Aquarium Of The Pacific (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 149 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Nilda_B
    Bring some cash to tip the crew. It was great for a weekday trip and a beautiful day. I highly recommend this experience.

    Reviews

    4.5
    based on 121 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Do it!

    Gizela_G, Apr 2026
    Although we waited for other people to board. We still had the entire 45 min. Doesn’t go far at all but it was enjoyable for people who have never been on a boat.!it was super!

    Fun activity

    Wendy_H, Mar 2026
    Informative tour of the LA Harbor. The captain was very knowledgeable. We also saw dolphins and sea lions.

    Wonder cruise and very good value. My only suggestion is the speaker system on the boat is not very good

    Mark_G, Mar 2026
    Beautiful experience and a beautiful day. However, the sound system on the boat was not very good. We were looking forward to hearing more facts about the history and the capacity and just interesting things about the harbor. However, the quality of the system was low and we cannot hear almost anything..

    Relaxing Ride for the Family

    Melanie_S, Mar 2026
    Very easy ride with lots of information about Los Angeles port. 45 minutes out on the water. Food and drinks available.

    Day - Of Spontaneous Date

    Anika_B, Mar 2026
    My boyfriend and I had a spontaneous idea of going out on a local boat ride and found Harbor Breeze Cruise on Tik Tok . We had an amazing time and got there just in time for the sunset. Would recommend that you get to the line early to get a good seats on the upper deck. Parking is limited in the city so give yourself time to find parking. Long Beach have tons of surrounding events.

    Eh.

    Sarah_P, Mar 2026
    Changed our depart location last minute and didn’t give offer of refund just to use tickets later. Also had to get in ticket line anyways to get physical tickets. “Captains” started cruise late.

    Enjoyed the tour. It’s a...

    EricandTangie_G, Mar 2026
    Enjoyed the tour. It’s a leaning experience. So much history and culture to be learned. The history of the ports was intriguing.

    Loved the tour guy and...

    Alejandra_T, Mar 2026
    Loved the tour guy and very funny he stoped the boat for us to see the seals who were next to the coast guard boats 💙🛥️

    Nice cruise around the harbor

    Nina_G, Feb 2026
    Out tour was of San Pedro harbor not Long Beach. I wish it incorporated a little of both areas. Was not given the options.

    Fun and exciting

    Tammie_H, Feb 2026
    Very fun especially since we end up seeing dolphins. The seals were active and made it even more exciting. The captain was very funny. The snacks were reasonably prices as expected for this type of activity. Overall will definitely return over the years.

    Nice short tour of the harbor

    Yitzchok_F, Jan 2026
    Kids enjoyed. Ride was very smooth. Lots of room and no bad views from any seat. I highly recommend for little kids that might get bored on a longer ride.

    it’s awful DO NOT buy

    Evelyn_V, Jan 2026
    The experience was awful, don’t be fooled by the tour, and whales, you do not even leave the harbor the driver was drunk or high or both and had no clue what he was talking about, ranting on about facts of South Africa, and his favorite saying was I don’t know and anways, awful service, awful tour, awful boat, save your $20 please

    Great to spend family time

    Victoria_M, Dec 2025
    It was really nice. I had fun and it was a great learning experience as well. I would recommend to go and get your tickets online as well.

    It’s kind of what you...

    trevonta_t, Dec 2025
    It’s kind of what you make of it. It wasn’t very informative and there wasn’t much to see during the tour. The crew members were friendly though & there were concessions available for purchase. I also appreciate how clean the on-board restrooms were kept. Tickets were only $12 & you can expect a $12 experience. I honestly just went for the boat ride & it was decent. Was also a bit shorter than 45 minutes. Maybe 35, give or take.

    Nice

    Daphne_A, Nov 2025
    Only 3 of us made this trip and they still catered us. Thanks much! Although the trip was short, probably because it was just 3 of us, the views are amazing!

    We actually upgraded to...

    Marco_L, Nov 2025
    We actually upgraded to the whale watching and my wife and I LOVED it. Great value, good information, we saw whales and dolphins. Time flew by but we really enjoyed ourselves. We'd recommend it to anyone.

    You pay for what you get

    Robert_K, Nov 2025
    Kinda boring but only 15.00 a piece for tickets. The sightseeing was not really that great on what they talked about.

    Fun little ride through the harbor

    Michelle_V, Nov 2025
    Fun ride through the harbor. Will be be a greater ride once the remodel of walk way is completed in 2026.

    It wasn't very exciting...

    Ranada_G, Sep 2025
    It wasn't very exciting for my children they enjoyed just being on the boat would be better if more history could be told

    Fun trip! Great value

    Chris_W, Sep 2025
    Great trip, fun info and nice staff. Great relaxing time on the ocean with fun info about the area! Would do this again.

    Nothing to see!

    Lucy_P, Sep 2025
    The price is right however we did not hear much what was said about the tour and we did not see any dolphins or sealions. I think the tour is great but only if there is something really to see.

    Great Experience

    David_N, Sep 2025
    We had a great time. We got lucky and saw a small pod of dolphins! The weather was nice and the captain was informative.

    Fun well worth the experience

    Kia_D, Sep 2025
    It was great nice chill vibe no drama love it will do again drinks bar restrooms were clean ppl were nice we watch sun set and say som dolphins

    Awesome!

    Angela_G, Sep 2025
    Amazing... got to see whales and dolphins boat was big and felt safe.. so safe i took a nap on the way back. They had snack and drinks and price was even better!

    Be careful which boat you'll go on!!!

    Yasmin_A, Sep 2025
    It was a real SCAM, I took this trip before and it was nice, this time they took us on a very very bad boat, the walls up there are wood , very uncomfortable seats and not enough for the people...and you can't see the ocean or enjoy the tour without standing with your knees on the seat!!!! Horrible experience.

    Nice tour and narrated...

    Mitali_M, Sep 2025
    Nice tour and narrated well. It was worth the money and good to see the port and big ships downloading containers .

    Not a 45 minute cruise.

    Larry_D, Sep 2025
    Was more like a 35 min cruise. The boat left late and arrived early. Other than that, a nice LITTLE cruise.

    Harbor breeze Long Beach 7pm cruise

    Julie_F, Sep 2025
    The boat was not for Sightseeing it had 3’ solid walls on top that kids could not see over and no seating only the metal holders for the life jackets, disappointing! Everyone’s face when they came up looked shocked.

    A Saturday Blast!😊

    Patricia_G, Sep 2025
    I was sitting at home and googled what can I do today and this popped up! I'm telling you I truly enjoyed myself! 🤩

    Family Time

    Dionne_A, Sep 2025
    My mother and sisters came from out of state, and I thought it would be nice to take them on a boat ride around the harbor. This was my first time as well. We loved it!

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