Activites, Camps and After School Classes in Newport Beach, CA

There's no better way to admire Newport Beach's lively waterfront, beautiful homes, and stunning islands than from the water.Take in the sights and fresh air listen to relaxing music, and unwind in the sun on this leisurely two-hour brunch cruise with sparkling wine. We are fortunate to have beautiful outdoor decks that are available for sightseeing. We have great weather on the water right now, we would just recommend you bring a hat, light sweater or jacket and of course your shades!

Welcome to East Meets West Whale Watching with Capt. Nick - Enjoy the Ultimate Whale and Dolphin Watching tour in Newport Beach, CA. Get ready for an intimate experience with some of nature’s most fantastic wildlife. Aboard Newport Beach's most advanced whale and dolphin watching vessel, we limit our trips to 6 passenger(s) per boat which allows us to provide the Personal Attention and Comfort you deserve. Our new boats are extremely quiet, enabling us to stealthily approach and bring you a front-row seat to these spectacular mammals without disturbing them in their natural habitat. Departing from beautiful Balboa Island in Newport Beach, you will explore the wildlife-rich waters of Orange County, a superhighway for whales and dolphins year-round. See whales and dolphins in their natural migratory path. Creating lifetime memories, one trip at a time!

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, several types of dolphin, seals, and other neat marine life.  Just outside of Newport Bay is the beginning of one of the largest marine protected areas in southern California created to protect this rich ecosystem for future generations. The protected marine sanctuary covers over 15 miles and provides a haven for all marine creatures including whales and dolphin.  With such amazing habitat for mammals so close to Newport Bay, whale watching cruises of 2-2.5 hours is all that is needed for viewing these giants. Newport Landing offers multiple whale watching cruises daily and with a 96% success rate viewing whales and/or dolphins, almost every trip will have viewing opportunities. *New is a brand new double decker whale watching catamaran with bow seating, upper and lower deck 360 views, and much more.

There are many reasons why we are the most sought-after sightseeing cruises in Newport Beach, CA. First, we offer the best chances of seeing and possibly interacting with the best marine wildlife that inhabit the waters of Long Beach. You can expect to see all kinds of whales that frequent the waters in the area –blue whales, orcas, gray whales, humpbacks, fin whales, and the like. Additionally, we can ensure that you’ll have a unique experience witnessing these marine creatures in their natural habitat. Our crew members are highly experienced guides who can offer insights into the nature of each species, so you can appreciate them better. They will maneuver our cruise ship to known whale spots and serve refreshments to make your trip enjoyable. Rest assured that you will never get bored throughout the trip and be absolutely comfortable from beginning to end with our outstanding hospitality. as well as playful dolphins, seals, sea lions and flying fish.