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Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

4.843 reviewsMonterey Bay

  • 1h 15m
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind to make for a peaceful and exciting cruise on the bay. On the way out of the harbor, look out for sea lions, sea otters, and harbor seals. Once you pass the breakwater, the sailing fun begins and you can relax with a beverage while your captain takes care of you. Be sure to be on the look out for whales and dolphins while you sail! Our spacious and comfortable catamaran is the perfect vehicle for exploring the bay and searching for wildlife! You have a chance to see sea otter, sea lions, harbor seals, dolphins and whales!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Restroom on board

What's not

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Enjoy 1 hour and 15 minutes of sailing on the world famous Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. You'll enjoy a free beverage of your choice while sailing and looking out for wildlife on the bay!

    1.3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.8

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Ratings come from 43 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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  • 5Go for it

    Great 1 hour cruise on Monterey bay. Tonya was a great captain . Had a cold beer and enjoyed seeing the seals and otters! Would highly recommend

    Robert_Svia Viator

  • 5Beautiful sailing! Lots of special memories.

    Nice boat. Fabulous captain. Great fun. We went all around the bay. Hoisting the sail was dramatic. We loved our sailing.

    Dena_Svia Viator

  • 4Nice. Good captain

    It was enjoyable. A little shorter than promised

    T3674RBjuliemvia Tripadvisor

  • 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely...

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Fantastic Experience! This catamaran tour was one of the highlights of our trip! From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless. Check-in was quick and easy, and the boat was incredibly comfortable. The crew thought of everything—cozy blankets, complimentary drinks, comfortable seat cushions, and convenient cup holders made for a relaxing and enjoyable ride. What truly made this tour exceptional was the outstanding crew. Our guide genuinely cared about making sure every guest had a great experience. He was attentive, friendly, and went out of his way to make everyone feel welcome. He even took the time to take photos for us so we could simply enjoy the moment without worrying about our cameras. If you're looking for a fun, relaxing, and well-run catamaran tour with an amazing crew, don't hesitate to book this one. We would absolutely do it again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!

    Norman_Vvia Viator

  • 5Synchronized Dolphin Dance

    The catamaran boat was beautiful, clean and spacious! Our guide Vince was well educated about Monterey‘s Marinelife. We were also treated with a spectacular dolphin dance alongside the boat. Apparently there are nine types of dolphins in Monterey, which I did not know. This type might be known for their synchronized swimming style. I would give the experience 10 stars if I could. I highly recommend the experience and I can’t wait to go again!

    karencV297DDvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Pleasant Experience

    Very beautiful scenery on the trip. The captain is nice and informative. I liked that drinks were available on the boat.

    Celeste_Mvia Viator

Know before you go

Meeting point
Plan to park 45 min BEFORE departure to avoid missing the boat. There is a large pink gift shop at the entrance to the wharf. Walk down until you reach Crab House, then make a right. Walk towards the fisherman statue and turn left. Our building is blue and has a SAIL MONTEREY sign on top of it.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 20 travellers
Operated by
Sail Monterey
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 21 years of age

How it compares in Monterey & Carmel

  • Its from-price is 10% below the median of the 98 experiences we list in Monterey & Carmel.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 35 of 98.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Monterey & Carmel

Monterey and Carmel share a rugged California peninsula of cypress-lined coast, a famous aquarium, an old Spanish capital and an artists' seaside village.

Monterey stands on the south shore of Monterey Bay in California and was the capital of Alta California under Spain and Mexico. Its historic adobe buildings, including the Custom House, line the old streets near the harbour, while Cannery Row, the former sardine-canning street made famous by John Steinbeck, is now lined with restaurants and shops. The Monterey Bay Aquarium, in a converted cannery, shows the kelp forests and open-sea life of the bay.

Top-ranked sights in Monterey & Carmel: 17-Mile Drive, Cannery Row, Monterey Bay.

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