We went pedal boating here and I really enjoyed it, it was something different for us. It was me,…read moremy husband, and my daughter and we got to pedal around the lake together, which was really nice. The staff was great, very informative and made sure we understood everything before we got on. They had different types of boats too, not just regular ones, but fun ones like ducks, swans, and even dragon boats, which made it feel more exciting, especially for kids. It's very family friendly and I felt like everything was safe. They provided life jackets and made sure everyone was good before heading out. We'll definitely come back, probably on a warmer day so we can enjoy it even more.

4 Stars for El Estero Boating + 1 additional star specifically for the very chill, handsome dog &…read morethe young gentlemen handling this joint. First and foremost, thank you to my Little for planning a fun day out in Monterey for our monster!! We honestly couldn't have imagined a better FUNtie!! Located across the way from Dennis The Menace Park, El Estero Boating is a family owned business offering paddle boat rentals. They are open 7 days a week aside from rainy, heavily foggy, or extremely windy days. Rentals are available for half hour rentals or hour long rentals. The regular paddle boats will set you back $27 for 30 mins & $35 for an hour. The fancier boats [swan, duck, dragon] are rented by 30 min increments and cost $45 for each half hour timeframe. Life jackets are conveniently included within the listed pricing. Please be advised that a $2 card transaction fee will be applied if you pay via card. The lake is spacious and that leaves you with plenty of room to roam freely and not have issues running into other boats. BUT!! Don't get the bright idea of racing any other guests bc WHO REALLY DOES THAT?? LOL!! My legs absolutely felt the burn bc ya girl doesn't do any kind of running unless it has to do with my mouth. Lmao!!! The boats work well and they go in the appropriate direction you want them to- this is not always the case for paddle boats in general! Side note: I agree with some of the reviews regarding customer service being dry and unfriendly depending on the person you're dealing with but I'll chalk it up to it being really early. By the end of our visit, our entire party was really happy with the kindness & helpfulness of the staff we encountered. Overall, picking El Estero Boating was great. Coming here was lots of fun for both us adults and a 5yo toddler.

Captain Christian was the best! Contacted him a couple months before our trip to make reservations,…read morehe was quick to respond, very friendly. A week or so before our trip to Monterey our agenda has changed and we needed to switch our reservation to another day. A quick call to Captain Christian and he was able to accommodate our request. Very informative about his boat, the ocean and Monterey. Look forward to our next trip out here and will definitely be making reservations with Captain Christian.

Sailing with Christian was, without a doubt, the highlight of our trip to Monterey, Carmel, and Big…read moreSur!! Of all the activities we planned, this experience stood out the most. From the moment we booked with Christian, we knew we were in for an unforgettable day... Christian is warm, friendly, and a true expert in sailing. His boat is stunning & spacious. His knowledge of the area reflects his years of experience, and it's clear he knows the Bay like the back of his hand. He navigated the waters to ensure we had the best experience possible, keeping us in the sun & warning us when to expect a little bit of colder wind - he accommodated us with warm blankets & cups for our champagne! He made us feel completely safe throughout. We were blessed enough to spot a few whales, which made the views even more exciting. We were celebrating my boyfriend's 30th birthday, so we had an impromptu photo shoot. Christian captured beautiful photos of us that we cherish! All in all, He went above and beyond to make us comfortable and even teaching us a bit about sailing--a dream for both of us. He allowed us to connect our playlist to the speakers, or choose one on his Spotify, and enjoy. While he gave us plenty of private time to soak in the breathtaking scenery, we also loved chatting with him and hearing about his life during the tailend of the trip. This was an incredible experience, and we can't wait to sail with Christian again when we're back in the area. Don't hesitate to book this adventure--you won't regret it!

We booked private sail to scatter family ashes. Was a beautiful day and the staff were friendly,…read morewelcoming amd accommodating. Kiwi was our captain and she was committed to a safe, comfortable and special time for us. A nice surprise was being presented with a certificate that identifies the coordinates of where the ashes were scattered.

Took a sail with Monterey Sail on memorial weekend. Loved it. Not our first time with them. Captain…read morePaul is a really nice guy and was so accommodating. There was a good breeze so the sail went out and we quietly and calmly cruised the bay. A beer, soda, or seltzer is part of the package offered. We will be back again. Thank you Captain Paul!

We had a wonderful time. The Captain was very knowledgeable with lots of historical information.read more

I had such a great, first time experience visiting Monterey, After lunch we walked around Monterey…read moreand realized we were able to make the next Boat Tour, I am glad that the tour departs daily every hour, we took the last tour of the day which had work out great, or else we would have missed it. It was very worth the $18.00, CASH only. The Glass Bottom Boat Tour booth is located towards the back near the bathrooms. Pay for your tickets at the little glass window , then you will receive your tickets and information to come back and where to meet, 15 minutes before tour. Oh Wow, the tour, was really awesome, my husband even thanked me for paying for his ticket. It was such a nice 35 minute cruise on the Monterey. Super grateful to be able to experience this, seeing the beautiful sunset and getting to see the sea otters and sea lions, live and up close was a WOW! We got to see and feel live Kelp as well and got great information on the creatures and Monterey. Here are some information about the Tour, it gets really cold (during February)bring a jacket. Please watch your step upon entering and exiting, you can tip the captain and staff, towards the ending of the tour, Use the bathroom before you board, be ready to take tons of pictures, lots of Photo Opts during the cruise, Departures daily every hour until 6 pm. There's also a Whale Watching Tour which is separate form this tour. Overall, I am so glad I got to experience this, I have to say this was the bestest boat ride ever and best $18 bucks I've spent in Monterey and I want my big kids to experience this too, so we will be back!

I love going whale watching with Monterey Bay Whale Watch! I've been on two of their trips and…read morewhile of course they cannot promise that you'll see whales- they always leave you feeling satisfied with a lovely day and you'll always learn something new!

We loved this company so much, we went out 5x with them!!!! I honestly cannot say enough about our…read moreamazing experiences. We saw so many whales, dolphins, sea lions, otters - just awesome, non-stop action!!!!! We can't wait to go again!!!!

I booked tickets for a whale watching online on Saturday for the next Sunday - it was convenient…read more On the day of the tour - I reached 30 mins in advance and I probably was a bit late. I got in time for the briefing - we were instructed to take our Dramamine then and a summary of the weather , trip etc. The trip and back was about 2.5 hours and we were able to see some orcas. Be sure to take your Dramamine 30-60 mins in advance and the trip will be good

I took the tour with a class group. I was worried no whales would show up. But to my amazement lots…read moreof whales did show up and it was an imcredible experience for us all.

We had a blast kayaking with the otters and seals!…read more Parking was easy as was check in at the store. They gave an informational overview of where to paddle to see wildlife as well as other recommendations and safety tips. They provide life jackets, waterproof jackets and pants which were great too keep water off your clothes. There are porto potties available if you need to use the facilities. The staff were well very nice and helpful. The main con of our trip was the two person top sitting kayak we were on seemed to have problems with steering. No matter how hard we tried to turn right, the kayak always tended to veer the other direction which was frustrating. We got another kayak to check if they saw anything wrong visually on the water, but they couldn't see anything so maybe there was something going on with the underside of the kayak. Besides that, we had a nice time on the water and were able to enjoy seeing all the birds and cute otters and seals out and about. Later in the morning and early afternoon we even got to see the otters get more active and go diving for mud worms that looked like bright orange cigars. It was super cute seeing the otters sleeping nested in the kelp too. Try not to disturb them though since they need to conserve energy to stay warm! We unfortunately saw one tour group led by a guide that went right next to a sleeping pod of otters and woke them all up. Overall, fun place to go kayaking with wildlife! Glad we went on this trip here!

Service: 5/5 Selection: 4/5…read more Value: 4/5 Honestly I didn't realize what I signed up for when I book these reservations. I thought it would be a cute little excursion to learn about the marine life in the slough but no LOL. It was a lot. It was very cold and windy the day we went kayaking. They let us borrow jackets and pants, I wore a cute bikini and wanted to get a tan in but no! LOL Honestly it was definitely a memorable experience but I wouldn't say I would want to kayak near the sea ever again. It's a little scary but great for those adrenaline junkies.

Much more fun than I thought it would be, when my 8 year old asked if we could do this I thought…read morealright we can but I can't imagine it'll be great, but I was definitely wrong, it was great fun and I'd do it again. We did the hour tour but could have easily done a 2 hour one, time went by so quickly on that thing. Plus they're really easy to operate, my 78 year old mom did it with one of my kids and they managed to have fun and be safe. It's enjoyable and would recommend as a nice way to see town, and can easily spend 2 hours or more on this, very fun!

We did a 2 hour rental and had a fabulous time exploring. Instructions were on point and the audio…read moretour was informative. Check in and check out were easy. Def glad we did it in Monterey and could def see it would be a little intimating in a larger city.

When I tell you, this is the BEST whale watching experience you could ever have, I mean that!!…read moreIsaiah, Kayla (probably not spelled right) and JJ was the MOST amazing team you could ever have!! They were just awesome!!! They cared so much about the passengers and went above and beyond to search for the best whale watching experience and it was hands down the best experience!! We saw so many humpbacks and they sought out my absolutely most desired, the orcas!! Again, above and beyond team. EVERYONE should book this trip over others!! I can't recommend them enough.

Mattie and Isaiah made the trip! They were both energetic, knowledgeable and entertaining. We had a…read moregreat time and saw many humpback whales. Highly recommended.

Adventures by the Sea - Lover's Point,…read morepacificgroveadventures.com I had a fantastic time renting a bicycle and then the next day, I rented a standup paddle board, from Pacific Grove Adventures. It was so much fun! Corey is an excellent teacher. He explained exactly how I should stand up on the paddle board and I followed exactly what he said and I didn't even fall off! Bree, Dakota, and Corey, make a great team at Pacific Grove Adventures. They are waiting for you to have your next great experience in the cove at Lover's Point, Pacific Grove. I am forever grateful for their welcoming vibe and friendliness. You are sure to have an awesome time there! -Susan in Santa Cruz

It's been so long since we have biked on the 6 seater bike. Process was fast and simple. Cost was…read more$45 per hour which left us enough time to stop once along the path, bike lock is provided. Beautiful views as always, bike path is nice and wide most of the time. Definitely check them out if you are in Lovers point!