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    4.6 (496 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Wow. It was awesome trip The whales and dolphins were so beautiful.. the crew was wonderful. we are going back again soon.

    View from back to the coast.
    Morgan A.

    Had a great day seeing over a dozen whales, hundreds of sea lions, many otters and one Sunfish. Clear weather and smooth sailing. In between loads of great history and eco knowledge shared. Crew was great.

    Isobel L.

    I was honored to be included in a memorial to scatter the ashes of an extended family member at sea in Morro Bay. Sub Sea Tours provided the Catamaran for the ceremony, including the services of a pilot and captain. The staff provided exceptionally kind and sensitive direction to the bereaved. They let all of us know what to expect, how to handle any seasickness that may arise (which unfortunately did for a few of us but not me, thanks to ginger chews) and advised us that they would position the boat according to wind direction for the scattering. They were clearly prepared for this type of ceremony and very tactful in their interactions with the family. They also quietly pointed out wildlife as we made our way out to the open sea. Overall, the ceremony went off without a hitch and was a beautiful send-off for a beautiful person. Highly recommended if your loved one may have requested this type of celebration of life.

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    Hopie C.

    It was an amazing day, we got to see whales,sea otters ,and dolphins. it was great experience i would do it again.

    Muriel T.

    We saw more whales than we expected! And also a bunch of sea-lions! They maybe could lessen the people they book on each tour since the boat had little seating. Altogether great experience! My kids loved it!

    Vikki V.

    Shout to Wendy & Dakota. You were both fantastic. You made feel comfortable immediately we got on board. We were so excited to see the whales. Thank you for making it one of the most memorable moments of our lives. Beautiful and magnificent. I was disappointed in the lack of supporting Wendy & Dakota.. tipping goes very long way for these folks. Thank you Wendy & Dakota for wonderful time. Give you guys a 10!

    Two humpback whales surfacing near our boat.

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    wonderful trip, great staff! We saw breaching, swimming with kelp, and multiple whales, dress warmly.

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    It was a fun little trip in the harbor. This is perfect for all ages. We will do it again when we come back

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    Been here twice and a great experience each time! Lots of great information during the tour as well!

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    We had so much fun on our tour. The guide was hilarious and my kid loved going down below and seeing the fish eat up close.

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    Knowledgeable and fun crew. Lots of whales in close proximity! Highly recommend this service.

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    Yes, you can. If the one you want is full, you have the option of buying tickets for the next trip. They do several trips a day. If a trip happens to be canceled for some reason, you will get credit for another day, so no problem there. The company… 

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    We watched four or five humpback whales spout and breach; slapping their tails and fins in a fine show for us.

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    Lost Isle Adventures

    Lost Isle Adventures

    4.8
    (273 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    My wife and I went on a whale watching experience with Lost Isle yesterday and we had a great time…read more We got started right on time and the spotter was super nice, welcoming everyone, offering ginger to anyone that didn't feel well and giving us a ton of information about marine life. We went a little over time because they were having a hard time finding a while but we eventually found one, we got a small glimpse but it was staying under or just on the surface a lot so not much to see. We did get a great look at some river otters, we had a pack of sea lions swimming alongside the boat for a while which was so cool to watch. We had a great time and it's definitely something we'd consider doing again. They told us they typically have a little better luck with the early tours so we just need to get up earlier and be ready to go next time lol.

    While on vacation, my friend and I went in a boat ride of Morro Bay. The reservation was super…read moreeasy to make. I called day-of and was able to book a tour. I traveled here in spring, so I don't know what summer bookings look like. The ride is about an hour long. We went on the booze Tiki cruise. The drinks were rather large. They offered two sizes, we got the smaller size and that was perfect for me. I was super excited that I was able to bring my dog! I paid for my 2 dogs, I only brought on (the other is 18 and he had been out all day, he was asleep in his kennel). They don't do Refunds, but I was supposed to get a drink pass, but I don't think I did? I didn't realize until way later, though. There was also a goat on the cruise! I like to call it, "The Story of a Dog, a Goat and a Boat". I think the boat only held about 22 or 24 people. It wasn't super cold on the boat. We were pretty shielded. Remember, people might be drinking, so it can get loud! I'm giving them 5 stars just on the fact that I could bring my dog! I can't say that she loved it (she was scared, she had never been on a boat before), but thank you for a fun experience.

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    Seal & baby
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    Avila Beach Whale Watching

    5.0
    (360 reviews)
    14.4 mi

    Overall, this was a wonderful experience…read more It was scary in the beginning because the waves were a little rough. We sat in the front and experienced "flying boat" - as in the boat was rocking so hard it left the water for a bit. Lesson learned for me - in choppy weather make sure to always ride in the back. The Captain was extremely knowledgeable and customer service was flawless. He knew the ocean very well. When he realized we were getting pretty nervous he made sure that the boat stayed in a position that limited the rocking. He kept checking on us to make sure we were doing ok. We saw whales, otters, birds, sea lions, and porpoises. It was amazing seeing them in the wild and they were beautiful. Make sure to dress in layers. It was cold in the beginning but warmer when we were heading back to the dock.

    Imagine being a part of a pod of several thousand dolphins. This was our second time with Captain…read moreMark and it was even more amazing than when he gave us a tour 5 years ago. He is dedicated to making sure you make the most of your time and I am so glad we went again with another part of our family. Not only were we one with the dolphins, but we also saw humpbacks and a mola mola. Mark is full of interesting ocean and history facts and you and your family will not only have an incredible experience but you'll learn something to take with you the rest of your life.

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    Captain Stew's Bay Cruise

    Captain Stew's Bay Cruise

    4.4
    (56 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Captain Stew's was a fun boat cruise that got our family up close to the resident sea otters…read more Their promotion is $10 bay cruises ( 5 for kids). True to it's name, if you have the cash you have a seat. To begin your voyage you and your group gather outside Captain Stew's office on the wharf. For all intents and purposes his office is really just a door with a grease penned phone number on it. Apparently you call the number and some person tells you to wait for the boat to show up. We just waited outside his door and walked right on board when he landed at the dock. No reservation needed. The tour is about 45 minutes, blankets and binoculars are there for your use. The captain does a good job with facts about the bay while trying his best not to hit the many kayaks that are tootling around. You'll probably see at least fifty sea otters as they're everywhere in the Bay. There's one other stop the boat makes on this trip and that's to pick up more/drop off passengers on the other end of the wharf. - Kids get a free stuffed fish - Yes, that's a Budweiser sign above the Captain's office door.. - There are several negative reviews for this tour, mostly along the lines of cancelled reservations. Look, would you trust a pirate with a reservation? Probably not, so just show up and if he's sailing that day have fun...If not, there are other outfits you can check out.. -Recommended

    Captain Stew was wonderful, informative, friendly and humorous! This wasn't a typical canned tour…read morespeech; he was excited to share the beautiful wildlife and interesting historical tid-bits about the bay. He took time to answer questions and made the trip enjoyable and memor. Best $10 we've spent in a while!

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    Worth every dollar.... Great Captain. Lots of History.
    Worth every dollar.... Great Captain. Lots of History.
    Captain Stew's Bay Cruise
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    All over the place
    Maya Sailing Adventures

    Maya Sailing Adventures

    4.5
    (8 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    The sailing experience was amazing! Terry was a great captain. He really put us at ease on the open…read moreseas and was very accommodating to our circumstances of our children getting seasick. He was able to make the trip fun despite having to change plans. This is a great social distancing activity because he has his section of the boat and the guests have the rest. We will definitely be sailing with him again!

    Our small little excursion with Captain Terry was incredible and so much more fun than I had ever…read moreimagined! The short story: you absolutely will not regret going on a trip with Maya Sailing Adventures! It's personal, private, beautiful, fun, easy, and so relaxing. The long story: my sister in law's wedding was postponed due to COVID-19. So the day of her wedding we planned a surprise sailing excursion with Captain Terry. My first impression was that he was incredibly easy to plan with. Everything was up to me. I could bring anything I wanted to make it a special night. It was so easy to plan and get all set up! So we set up a 4 hour sail around the bay for 4 people. After 2 hours he would drop my husband and I off and let my sister in law and her fiancé sail together for the last 2 hours. My biggest concern was that it wouldn't feel private enough for such a special occasion. No reason to worry at all, actually it was incredibly intimate and romantic and very private. If you'd like to chat with Captain, you can, but otherwise he is manning the boat and you are on our own in the front of the boat. It was so private and felt like we were on the boat by ourselves. I set up a charcuterie board and wine tasting with 5 different types of wines. Then we ordered a steak dinner from Windows on the Water and served it to them before they set sail on their own. That's the awesome thing about Maya - it's completely customizable for YOU. We sailed around the bay and relaxed and saw so many otters - mommas and babies! And even a baby seagull! Seeing the animals was so fun. My sister in law and fiancé then went out of the bay and sailed a little bit and saw A WHALE! I was so jealous. But seriously- how amazing? I CANT WAIT to do another trip with Captain Terry. One day, I would like to do the same thing but with only my husband and I... But my sister in law and her fiancé had a wonderful time and so did we. It was one of the best date nights of my life and I can't wait to do it again! You won't regret a sail with Captain Terry and Maya Sailing Adventure!

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    Smooth sailing and whale watching adventures out of Morro Bay Landing.
    Smooth sailing and whale watching adventures out of Morro Bay Landing.
    Cheers! A comfy spot aboard the Maya to drink and relax!
    Cheers! A comfy spot aboard the Maya to drink and relax!
    At the helm of Maya! Such a thrill!!

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    At the helm of Maya! Such a thrill!!

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