Davey's Locker Whale Watching in Newport Beach, CA
Davey's Locker Whale Watching Tours •
400 Main Street • Newport Beach, CA 92661
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Overview
Offering unique whale and dolphin cruises for over 30 years, Davey’s Locker welcomes visitors of all ages for an up-close look at the majestic sea creatures in their natural habitat. Spot California gray whales from January through May, enormous blue whales from June through September, and humpback, finback, minke, playful dolphins, and sea lions year-round.
Good To Know
- Spot California gray whales from January through May and blue whales from June through September.
- Humpback, finback, minke, and a variety of dolphins can be spotted year-round.
- Approximately 2–2.5 hours on a 65-foot boat with indoor and outside seating and a large upstairs sundeck in Newport Beach, CA.
- Experienced and knowledgeable captain and crew with backgrounds in marine biology.
- Please try to arrive at least 30 minutes before your cruise departure time. Allow plenty of time for city traffic and finding parking.
- Best to bring drinking water, sunscreen, a hat, a light jacket, binoculars, and a camera to capture all the fun with family and friends.
- Onboard snack bar with food and beverages available for purchase.
Description
Departing from a natural harbor, Davey’s Locker is the most popular option for those considering whale watching in southern California. Thousands of whales viewed each season and the beautiful coastline combines to make a world-renowned whale watching destination. The same pristine habitat that draws whales and dolphin supports amazing inshore and offshore fisheries year-round. Along with general admission whale watching and deep-sea fishing excursions, Davey’s Locker provides charter fishing boats, and private boat rentals for fishing and whale watching excursions for all size groups.
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Davey's Locker Whale Watching is located at Davey's Locker Whale Watching Tours • 400 Main Street • Newport Beach, CA 92661
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Frequently Asked Questions about Davey's Locker Whale Watching
Where is Davey's Locker Whale Watching located in Orange County?
Davey's Locker Whale Watching-Orange County is located at 400 Main St., Newport Beach, CA.
Where should I park?
You can find parking at the Balboa Pier Municipal Lot on Palm St. and Newport Landing Parking Structure at the corner of E. Bay Ave. and Adams St. Allow plenty of time to deal with unpredictable traffic and parking situations.
When should I arrive for my scheduled reservation?
Please try to arrive at least 30 minutes before your cruise departure time.
What should I bring on board?
Best to bring drinking water, sunscreen, a hat, a light jacket, a camera, binoculars, and cash if you want to buy light snacks or drinks from the galley.
What should I not bring on board?
Please do not bring glass containers, outside alcohol, hard plastic coolers, or strollers on board.
What if I get motion sickness?
Wear Sea-Bands for acupressure or chew ginger or ginger-flavored candy to relieve nausea. You can also take a Bonine or Dramamine at least 1 hour before you board the boat to prevent motion sickness, or best to take one (1) tablet the night before and (1) more in the morning of your trip.
What’s the best time of the day to go whale watching in Orange County?
If you're prone to motion sickness, a morning trip would be best because the water is generally calmer during this time. Noon to afternoon trips would mean more time spent viewing the whales because they have already been located in the morning.
What's the best time of the year to go whale watching in Orange County?
California gray whales can be actively spotted during their extensive migration during the winter and spring season—January through May. Blue whale season starts in early summer—June through September. Humpback, finback, minke whales, and a variety of dolphins can be spotted year-round.
