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15 Whale Watching Tours Around the World

The trips worth heading out on.

The 15 whale watching trips travellers head out on most, from Tenerife’s year-round residents and the Maui humpback nursery to Iceland’s feeding grounds, Alaska’s bubble-net hunters and the sperm whales off Kaikoura. Every ocean, side by side.

15 Whale Watching Tours Around the World

Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming - What the crew hunts for off Los Cristianos (and how they do it)
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Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

1.Tenerife: Eco-Yacht Whale and Dolphin Watching and Swimming

A 90-minute ethical whale and dolphin watch on Tenerife’s eco-yacht, plus a swim stop and a visit to the Cave of Love.

Most Popular 4.7

“The crew were amazing, we was allowed to sit right by the driver and he was pointing everything out for the little one in our group, he also showed us a book about the familys of dolphins and whales as we saw them which was fasinating. Such a good trip, we saw soo many whales…”

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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching - Price and What You’re Really Paying For
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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

2.Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

Juneau whale watching with guaranteed humpbacks, heated boat comfort, and cruise-friendly roundtrip pickup from Auke Bay.

5.0

“Very entertaining and educational experience. Lovely heated cabin boat with outdoor decks for viewing. Great crew! Whales were seen today, humpbacks and orcas despite the late season.”

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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier - Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center: views first, context built in
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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

3.Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

Half-day Juneau tour pairing Mendenhall Glacier viewing with a warm, wildlife-focused whale cruise, with easy port transfers and guaranteed whales.

5.0

“The second half of our tour was cancelled due to poor sea conditions. The captain did not feel it was safe for us to go out and promptly issued a refund. While I was disappointed we did not get to see the whales, I appreciate the company placing my family's safety over profits.”

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Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - Naturalist narration: what you actually learn while you’re spotting
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Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

4.Vancouver Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Vancouver half-day whale watching from Granville Island on a heated catamaran with naturalist narration, free photos, and hot drinks.

5.0

“We had an absolutely fabulous day! We saw 11 different humpback whales, seals, sea lions, bald eagles, cormorants, loons, and many other kinds of birds! The photos that the guide took are fabulous so we have excellent reminders of the amazing creatures that we saw. The boat guides/crew were terrific and I highly recommend this…”

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Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester - The Hurricane II setup: comfort, visibility, and where to stand
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Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester

5.Whale Watching Tour in Gloucester

Fast Gloucester whale watching on the Hurricane II to Stellwagen Bank with a naturalist, heated cabin, and real time for whale viewing.

5.0

“It was an amazing experience. The staff was incredible and very passionate about their jobs. I would definitely do it again snd refer my friends.”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - The day’s flow: Tromsø docks, fjord stops, then the Skjervøy hunt
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks - The 2-Hour vs 3-Hour Choice (and How to Pick)
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Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

7.Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

Sail from Puerto Colón on a catamaran for near-guaranteed pilot whale and dolphin sightings, plus free drinks and optional snorkeling.

4.7

“Amazing experience from start to finish. The crew were friendly and welcoming, and the boat wasn’t overcrowded which made it even more enjoyable. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information throughout the trip. We were lucky to see pilot whales and dolphins swimming close to the boat, even jumping in front…”

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Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise - High-Speed Boat Comfort: Decks, Windows, and Seating You Can Actually Use
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Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht - Old Harbour House Check-In to a Smooth Sail into Faxaflói Bay
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat - Getting Onboard at Whaleway Station Road and Timing Your Day
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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

10.Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

Kaikōura sperm whale cruise on a speedy catamaran with live commentary, possible whale sightings, and an 80% no-whale refund.

4.5

“Beautiful and very well organized tour. Reached the whale area at the right time and they gave us enough time to take photos. Then we went through the playful dolphins and that was crazy cool 😎 loved it 😍”

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The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik - Wildlife Exhibition Included: What the Land Lesson Adds Before You Cruise
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The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik

11.The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik

Reykjavik whale watching with marine-biologist guides, warm overalls, WiFi onboard, and a free return if whales or dolphins don’t show.

4.5

“We took the trip Jan 12th 2026 we knew it was going to be a bit rough and though they had had sightings recently they were single shots. Well almost as soon as we set off we saw a whale. And it stayed visible almost the whole trip. The team were brilliant at spotting, educating…”

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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina - Summer dolphin watching plus coastal sightseeing (with included snacks)
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Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

12.Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching – Lahaina

Eye-level humpback whale or dolphin watching from Lahaina on a small zodiac raft, with marine guide narration and hydrophone whale songs.

5.0

“Crew very knowledgable, saw lots of whales !🐳🐳🐳If it is cold and rainy make sure you wear a jacket to have under your complimentary poncho, you will get wet! Awesome adventure!!”

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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise - Whale sighting guarantee and no-seasickness promise: what you’re really buying
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

13.San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Sail the America replica in San Diego for a 4-hour whale watch with expert narration, onboard snacks, and a sighting guarantee.

5.0

“Loved this so much. The boat itself is worth it, and then BONUS to see the sea life. The team is so informed, caring, thoughtful, and wonderful teachers.”

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Vancouver: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - The catamaran setup: comfortable when it’s cold, flexible for photos
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Vancouver: Covered Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos - Victoria’s waterfront start: Inner Harbour to the whale-search zone
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Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

15.Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos

Heated catamaran whale watching in Victoria with naturalist commentary, Strait of Juan de Fuca search, and free high-res photos included.

5.0

“I’ve always hesitated to do a whale watching tour for fear of being one of those heartless boats that chases and harasses the animals. So I was very pleased to see that this tour operator explained why they were not getting too close and other things they did to ensure the whales’ safety and comfort.…”

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