Best Places for Whale Watching in the World and the US
The best places for whale watching by species: humpbacks, blue whales, sperm whales and orcas, with peak months and the top-rated tour for each.
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California Whale Watching Tours: Best Ports and Season
California whale watching tours by port: Monterey, Dana Point, San Diego and LA, species by month, ratings and shore spots. Find your trip.
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Can You Bring a Dog on a Whale Watching Tour?
Most whale watching boats don't allow pets, but some do. Find dog-friendly operators, what to ask before you book, and how to prepare your dog for an ocean trip.
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Hawaii Whale Watching Tours: Best Island, Season and Prices
Hawaii whale watching tours compared: Maui, Oahu, the Big Island and Kauai, the January to March peak, ratings and free shore spots. Pick your boat.
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How Long Are Whale Watching Tours?
Most whale watching tours last 2–4 hours, but trips range from 1.5 hours to full-day expeditions. Duration varies by destination, tour type, season and sea conditions.
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Orca Watching: Where and When to See Orcas in the Wild
Orca watching guide: where to see orcas, the best months in Norway, Washington, BC and Alaska, and the orca tours worth booking. Compare them.
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Whale Watching Season: When to Go, Month by Month
Whale watching season by month and region: where whales peak in every month, year-round spots and the best time for each species. Plan your trip.
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What to Wear on a Whale Watching Tour (by Climate, Season & Boat Type)
What to wear on a whale watching tour: the 3-layer system for cold, temperate and tropical trips, the shoes that grip a wet deck, and what to leave behind.
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