Princess Monterey Whale Watching Cruises

This was our first experience with any type of "watching" experience and it rocked! The gal who "MC'ed" did a fabulous job. She was so informative and excited about what we saw. I learned so much in the short time on the trip. The scerenery was unforgetable and the staff in all areas of this trip were very professional and on top of everything. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone and it was the highlight of our trip! Thanks!

A bit long for the kids on the way out but we got to see killer whales, dolphins and humpbacks so it was really exciting!

My expectations before this trip were to observe some whales at a distance. To my surprise we were lucky enough to have a pair of humpback whales spend around an hour interacting with our boat. I was blown away to see such majestic animals swim right up to our boat and reciprocate our curiosity in them. The staff was friendly and informative and were more than happy to answer our questions. All in all it was a once in a lifetime experience which was both awe inspiring and humbling.

I took my 14 year old daughter as a birthday outing. The two of us had a fantastic time! We had an amazing encouter with a couple of hump back whales. They were people watching as much as we were whale watching. My daughter must have thanked me 20 times. She said it was one of her best days ever. That is saying a lot for a 14 year old girl!! The crew was also fantastic! Can't say enough great comments about our day! Joanne Ramos & Andrea Ruperto

We are from Canada and wanted to go whale watching for the first time and it was so much better than we had expected. The entire staff, from the office to the captain on the ship, were terrific and friendly. The experience was great and was made so memorable by the two whales that chose to play with the boat that day. I understand that this is not an everyday event, but I can't describe enough how it made our trip and was such a highlight! What a great day !!! Thank you!

Before purchasing tickets I checked into several businesses offering the service. I chose the Princess Cruise. I must say my 11 year old daughter and I left the cruise feeling as if we had experienced a once in a lifetime sight. We were told, even by the skipper, that our experience was rare, and certainly, we did luck out. Not only did we see whales at a distance, but VERY UP CLOSE and PERSONAL, as they came right up against the boat. WOW!!! In addition, I must add a note, to please, bring your dramamine if there is any doubt about seasickness...I wish someone else would have noted that because as meticulous as I am, I forgot...and my experience would have been even better had I not been dealing with that issue. However, the crew was extremely compassionate to those of us having a problem, and I chalked it up to part of the experience...We were totally in awe of our brush with nature, impressed with the crew, and the very pleasant staff at the booth. Our experience couldn't have been more perfect!!! (just remember...dramamine!!). Thank you to all who made our time and experience so very memorable!!!!

My husband and I totally enjoyed this trip. The 2 Humpback Whales that used our boat as a back scratcher and belly board for about 45 minutes was such an awesome encounter that I can't even adequetly describe it. They circled around the boat, under the boat and came up to check us out and sprayed us with there blow holes........until this encounter.......it never dawned on me that the air they blew out really smelled like a human burping after a rather smelly meal.....it was really something else and brought smiles to all......I don't think that happens too often, but we were very fortunate for this type of encounter in the open waters and we could not ask for more - - - We never thought we would be showered with the spray from a whale's (2 of them) blow hole!!! The crew was even also out taking photos! -----They explained that the Humpbacks are very curious and that, they were. The Humpbacks appeared to be checking us out as much as we were checking them out! We never expected to have such a close encounter with these magnificent Whales!!!! Unforgetable! We highly recommend this trip...be sure to dress in warm layers and make sure everyone takes the motion sickness tablets about 1 hour before boarding. Unfortunately, several children were ill inside and missed it all because they were so sea sick and the seas were pretty calm that day!! HAVE FUN!

We are from North Dakota, where everyone thinks it is really cold, but we found it was quite chilly for the 10am tour. We had sweatshirts, but bought a coat on the wharf before boarding too. We had lots of activity and had one whale that came right up next to our boat. My husband actually got wet when it blew through its hole. The staff on board was very friendly and we would highly recommend it. Just remember to dress warm. If you have a weak stomach also know that it can be rough. We had couple younger kids( 8 to 10 year olds) get sick on our trip.

Wear warm clothes and make sure you bring your camera. The whales came right up to the boat and they were so playful! Highlight of our trip!

Excellence Trip! It's one of the best choice for foreign tourist to visit.