3 Standout Whale Watching Dinner Cruises Worldwide

1.Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $189Our pick

Cruise from Maalaea Harbor for about three hours, with a four-course dinner, alcoholic drinks, sunset views, and a chance to see migrating humpback whales. A naturalist explains whale behavior, and some trips use a hydrophone to let you hear whale song. Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, and McGregor Point add to the view.

“We loved seeing all the whales! We had a great time wit our family. We would definitely do the tour again. Captain Andrew was great and so was the crew.”

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2.Whale Watching Dinner Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110Best value

Sail from Cabo San Lucas Marina toward the Arch, then search for humpback and gray whales aboard a spacious catamaran. Your $110 fare includes a buffet dinner, open bar, crew entertainment, and sunset views. The cruise lasts about 2.5 hours, welcomes wheelchair users, and returns to the marina.

“Fantastic crew got to see some whales Great fun groups ,beautiful sunset and lovely full moon I would say good value for the money”

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3.Ketchikan Ultimate Whale Watching, Wildlife, & Wilderness Dining

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $599Top rated

Join a small private group with a Coast Guard-certified captain for whale watching, eagle feeding, wildlife viewing, and wilderness dining near Ketchikan. Captain Grayson has led highly praised trips, and the boat includes a covered cabin, guided narration, and views of Saxman Native Village’s Totem Row and Clan House.

“Grayson was a great guide. The weather was wonderful and the boat was beautiful! We would do this trip again anytime. Amazing.”

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