Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Watsonville, US
100% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 1.5 hours
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Expert marine naturalist guide
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Free binoculars provided
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Wheelchair accessible
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Free street parking available
Explore Monterey Bay's wildlife on a guided boat tour, witnessing sea otters and diverse bird species in their natural habitat.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Free street parking along moss landing road. -
Use of binoculars during tour.
Excluded
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$12 fee to park in moss landing harbor parking lot. free with handicap placard.
Explore Monterey Bay's wildlife on a guided boat tour, witnessing sea otters and diverse bird species in their natural habitat.
Highlights
- Largest population of Sea Otters in California
- Over 300 species of birds
- Guided boat tours for almost 30 years
- Knowledgeable Naturalists with Marine Science degrees
- Preferred outfitter for prominent wildlife photographers
Meeting Point
Check in for your Safari inside our Gift Shop, and then it's just a short walk across the street to the dock where the boat launches.
Moss Landing, CA 95039 , United States
End Point
Check in for your Safari inside our Gift Shop, and then it's just a short walk across the street to the dock where the boat launches.
Moss Landing, CA 95039 , United States
What to expect
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
The world's largest population of Southern Sea Otters and 340 bird species inhabit this spectacular wetland. Our expertly guided tours will show you all this, and more! And, we offer complimentary use of binoculars to ensure that everybody gets a great look at the wildlife.
70 minutes
Admission Included
Moss Landing Harbor
Moss Landing Harbor is not just a commercial fishing harbor. Overflowing with local character, and home to hundreds of endlessly entertaining Sea Lions, the harbor also hosts a number of Marine Research institutions, including the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Their research vessels and impressive technology is often in view as we make our way to the Elkhorn Slough. But before doing so, we always like to pause and linger at the mouth of Moss Landing Harbor, and discuss the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and it's deep submarine canyon. The Elkhorn Slough is a tidal inlet fed directly by the Monterey Bay, so these bodies of water share a unique relationship and history. And we might even encounter Humpback Whales feeding close to shore!
20 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tours typically last an hour and a half to two hours.
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Our minimum age fro passengers is 3 years old.
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Weather in the Monterey Bay can vary, so it's always a good idea to bring layers of clothing.
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There is no restroom onboard, but restrooms are available at our Gift Shop and in the harbor.
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Do not enter "Elkhorn Slough" into your maps app. This will direct you away from our location, and we'll be unable to delay our departure time if you are late.
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Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour time to check in, and walk over to departure point.
What our experts say
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Check in 30 minutes early at the shop. -
Dress in layers for changing weather.
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Visit the nearby Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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Stop by our Gift Shop for unique souvenirs.
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Look for sea lions at Moss Landing Harbor.
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